Delta State rallies past Frostburg State for fifth straight win

Delta State rallied from an 18-point deficit to beat Frostburg State 22-21 on Saturday in Frostburg, Maryland, extending its winning streak to five games.

The Statesmen trailed 21-13 entering the fourth quarter. Emile Picarella connected with Troy Griffin for a 16-yard touchdown during an 11-play drive, but Delta State failed on the two-point conversion and remained behind 21-19.

After its defense forced a punt, Delta State drove 37 yards in seven plays. Price Nixon made a 23-yard field goal with 55 seconds left to put the Statesmen ahead. Delta State then forced a fumble on Frostburg State’s final possession to secure the win.

Picarella completed 19 of 32 passes for 276 yards and two touchdowns without an interception. Griffin caught five passes for 81 yards and a score. Lawrence Armstrong also had five receptions, totaling 71 yards and a touchdown. Nick Clark led Delta State with 64 rushing yards on 15 carries.

Delta State limited Frostburg State to 258 total yards, including 106 passing yards. Jordan Bradley had two interceptions, and LaDainian Davis led the Statesmen with seven tackles. Delta State also recorded two sacks and recovered a fumble.

Delta State (5-3) is scheduled to host Valdosta State for Senior Day on Saturday, Nov. 14, at 1 p.m. Central time, following a week off. Frostburg State is 4-5.

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