{
  "id": 5482864,
  "title": "Nick Minicucci leads Delaware to 42-7 romp over FCS member Merrimack in season opener",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/04/nick-minicucci-leads-delaware-to-42-7-romp-over-fcs-member-merrimack-5482864",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-04T03:19:13.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/nick-minicucci-leads-delaware-42-031913093.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In a commanding 42-7 victory, Delaware's Nick Minicucci delivered a stellar performance, completing 20 of 36 passes for 330 yards and two touchdowns, while also contributing a rushing score. The Delaware Blue Hens secured a dominant opening night win over FCS opponent Merrimack at home. Minicucci's second-quarter touchdown run set the tone for the Blue Hens' impressive display. With 23 seconds remaining in the first half, Minicucci connected with Sean Wilson for a 12-yard touchdown, extending the lead to 21-0 after halftime. Viron Ellison Jr. opened the scoring with an 11-yard touchdown run on the first possession of the game, giving Delaware a 7-0 lead. Kaderris Roberts added a 75-yard touchdown catch on a trick-play pass from Ellison, surging past the half with a 35-0 lead. Galamama Mulbah managed to score a brief touchdown for Merrimack, who finished the game with a disappointing 0-2 record. Minicucci concluded the scoring 12 seconds into the fourth quarter with an 8-yard touchdown pass to Nick Tyree. The Warriors' offensive output was minimal, totaling just 128 yards. Delaware is set to travel to Vanderbilt in their next game on September 12.",
  "summary": "Nick Minicucci passed for 330 yards and two touchdowns and also ran for a score to help Delaware cruise to a 42-7 victory over FCS member Merrimack on Thursday night in the Fightin' Blue Hens season opener. Minicucci had a 12-yard touchdown run in the second quarter, then connected with Sean Wilson for a 12-yard score with 23 seconds left following a Merrimack turnover for a 21-0 lead at…",
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      {
        "outlet": "Winnipeg Free Press",
        "title": "Nick Minicucci leads Delaware to 42-7 romp over FCS member Merrimack in season opener",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/04/nick-minicucci-leads-delaware-to-42-7-romp-over-fcs-member-merrimack",
        "published": "2026-09-04T03:23:04.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}