UAB needs the 4th quarter to pull away from Samford in 33-14 victory
(AP) — Ryder Burton threw for a touchdown, Jonah Delange kicked four field goals and UAB's defense came up with three interceptions in a 33-14 win over Samford on Saturday.The Blazers had their hands full until a 17-point fourth quarter sealed it.
UAB secured a 33-14 victory over Samford, with the decisive fourth quarter solidifying the outcome. The Blazers needed that final quarter to pull away from their opponents. Quarterback Ryder Burton contributed to the win with a touchdown pass, while kicker Jonah Delange contributed with four field goals. The defense also played a crucial role, intercepting the ball three times.
Bam McReynolds of Samford scored first with a 28-yard touchdown run, making it 7-3. CB Johnson then threw a four-yard touchdown to Marquise Henderson, extending the lead to 10-7. EJ Reid followed with a 36-yard touchdown run, giving the Blazers an 11-10 lead. UAB countered with a 44-yard field goal, putting them ahead 14-10. Samford regained the lead in the second quarter with a 46-yard field goal from Delange.
UAB regained the lead six minutes into the half with a 23-yard field goal, making it 16-14. CB Johnson threw for 140 yards and a touchdown for Samford, but fell victim to UAB's Ike Esonwune, Jeremiah Jordan, and Delvon Gulley. UAB will face Memphis next, while Samford returns to Championship Subdivision play by traveling to Chattanooga.
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