Montana State University scored 21 straight points in the second half to overcome a 10-point halftime deficit and defeat No. 22 Weber State 38-33 at Bobcat Stadium on October 23. The victory moves the Bobcats to a 7-1 overall record and 4-1 in Big Sky play.
The momentum shifted during the third quarter when Zac Crews recovered a fumble from Weber State quarterback Nate Dahle near midfield. Following the turnover, the Bobcats marched 49 yards to score on a 12-yard pass from Justin Lamson to Jordan Reed. This sequence helped Montana State overcome a 27-17 halftime deficit. Rocky Lencioni later scored a one-yard touchdown on the first play of the fourth quarter to give the Bobcats a 21-17 lead.
Jared White and Adam Jones led the Montana State offense, with White rushing for 125 yards and a touchdown and Jones rushing for 115 yards and a touchdown. Justin Lamson completed 23 of 35 passes for 232 yards and two touchdown passes. The Bobcats finished the game with 510 total yards and 31 first downs. Despite a late 11-yard touchdown pass from Dahle to Robert Young, Montana State recovered an on-side kick to seal the win.
Weber State, which is now 5-4 overall and 4-2 in Big Sky play, saw significant contributions from special teams. Dyson Parker returned a kickoff 100 yards for a touchdown during the second quarter. The Wildcats also benefited from a blocked Montana State field goal attempt that ended the first half with Weber State leading 27-17.
Montana State finished the game with 278 rushing yards compared to Weber State's 124. The Bobcats' defense recorded two three-and-outs during the second half rally.
Montana State is scheduled to host Cal Poly on Saturday, Oct. 31, at 1 p.m.
