Let’s hope last night’s game between Navy and Utah provides a glimpse into the remaining 31 match-ups to be played. The Middies led most of the game leading up to an exciting 29 point explosion by both teams in the final stanza. With about a minute and a half remaining, Utah scored to go up by 10 points. Most people thought the game was over at that point, but not Navy. The Midshipmen promptly scored a touchdown on a long pass play closing the gap to 3 points, recovered an onside kick, and then started to march down the field with just under a minute to go.

Utah safety Joe Dale sealed the game with an interception in Utah territory with just under 30 seconds to go to seal the win. The game was well played and exciting, a great way to start the bowl season. Let’s hope the other games are just as competitive and exciting.