Florida International Panthers Outlast Liberty Flames in Overtime Showdown at Pitbull Stadium

The Florida International Panthers improved their record to 5-5 with a hard-fought victory over the Liberty Flames, who now stand at 4-6. The game, held at Pitbull Stadium in Miami, ended with a score of 34-27. The Panthers showcased resilience and strategic prowess as they battled through five quarters to secure the win.

First Quarter

The opening quarter set the tone for an intense matchup as both teams exchanged touchdowns. Joe Pesansky led the charge for FIU with precise passing, completing 24 out of 34 attempts and accumulating a total of 206 yards. His efforts were complemented by Alex Perry's standout performance, who caught eight passes for 88 yards and scored one touchdown.

Second Quarter

In the second quarter, Liberty Flames surged ahead by scoring two touchdowns while FIU managed only one touchdown and a field goal from Noah Grant. Despite trailing at halftime, FIU's defense remained steadfast. Keegan Davis was instrumental on defense with two sacks that disrupted Liberty’s offensive rhythm.

Third Quarter

FIU regained momentum in the third quarter when Pesansky connected with Maguire Anderson for another touchdown pass. The Panthers' defense tightened its grip on the game as Mister Clark intercepted a crucial pass from Liberty’s quarterback, halting their advance.

Fourth Quarter

As tensions rose in the fourth quarter, both teams struggled to gain an upper hand offensively. However, Noah Grant's reliable kicking added three points to FIU’s tally through another successful field goal attempt.

Overtime

The overtime period saw FIU capitalize on their opportunities while keeping Liberty scoreless. Jessiah McGrew made a pivotal interception that shifted momentum firmly in favor of FIU during this decisive phase.

This victory marks an important milestone for Florida International Panthers as they prepare to host Jacksonville State Gamecocks next week at Pitbull Stadium on November 22nd at 3:30 PM EDT. Fans can catch all action live on CBS Sports Network.

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