Florida International Panthers' Defensive Roar Silenced by UTSA Roadrunners in Dallas

In a matchup that saw both teams enter with identical 7-6 records, the Florida International Panthers faced off against the UTSA Roadrunners at Gerald J. Ford Stadium in Dallas. The game concluded with a decisive 57-20 victory for the home team, leaving both squads with a final record of 7-6.

First Quarter

The opening quarter set an energetic tone as both teams exchanged touchdowns, each scoring 14 points. The Panthers showcased their offensive potential early on, with quarterback Joe Pesansky connecting for two touchdown passes. However, the Runners matched their efforts point-for-point, keeping the score level.

Second Quarter

The second quarter saw UTSA begin to pull away as they added 17 unanswered points to their tally. Despite attempts from FIU's defense to halt their momentum—highlighted by Johnny Chaney's notable sack—the Runners' offense proved relentless and efficient in capitalizing on opportunities.

Third Quarter

As play resumed after halftime, FIU managed to put up another six points through strategic plays and determined efforts from players like Maguire Anderson who returned a punt for an impressive touchdown. However, UTSA continued to extend their lead by adding nine more points during this period.

Fourth Quarter

In the final quarter of play, UTSA sealed their victory by scoring an additional 17 points while keeping FIU scoreless. The Panthers struggled against a formidable defensive line that stifled any attempts at closing the gap further.

Despite standout performances from players such as Jojo Stone who contributed significantly in receiving yards and Trey Wilhoit’s consistent punting prowess averaging over 43 yards per attempt—the Florida International Panthers vs UTSA Roadrunners recap highlights how critical defensive lapses and missed opportunities played into this outcome.

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