September 21st 2024.
The Colorado School of Mines football team has been on a wild ride this season, especially when playing on the road. In their latest game against Chadron State, they once again had to fend off a fourth-quarter comeback. Luckily, Devyn Lauer-Duarte came through with a game-winning interception, securing their 13-12 victory. It was a close call, but the Orediggers managed to hold on and claim their 22nd consecutive win in RMAC play.
Chadron State put up a good fight, scoring two field goals in the final quarter to narrow the gap to just one point. But the Orediggers were determined to not let this one slip away. With just over 5 minutes left in the game, they embarked on a 10-play, 44-yard drive that ate up nearly 5 minutes of game time. By the time the Eagles got the ball back, there were only 23 seconds remaining. That's when Lauer-Duarte made the game-saving interception, securing the win for the Orediggers.
Quarterback Evan Foster had an impressive performance, completing 24 of 28 passes for 235 yards and even scoring the Orediggers' only touchdown with a 2-yard run in the third quarter. But it wasn't just the offense that led the team to victory. Special teams and the Mines defense played crucial roles as well. Kicker Matthew Eich made two field goals in the second quarter, while punter Blake Doud pinned the Eagles deep in their own territory three times. The defense also stepped up, recording three sacks and a crucial stop on a two-point conversion attempt.
This was the second consecutive week that the Orediggers had to hold off a late rally on the road, as they narrowly escaped Washburn with a 31-28 win the previous week. But now, they can look forward to their homecoming game against Black Hills State next Saturday at 1 p.m.
In other RMAC action, CSU Pueblo, Black Hills State, and South Dakota Mines all came away with wins in their respective games. And while Adams State's game against Western Colorado was set to kick off at 6 p.m., fans were already looking ahead to the week's big matchup between CU Buffs and Baylor. But before we get into that, let's take a look at some of the other top stories in college sports.
Carter Stoutmire has been making the most of his opportunity in the CU Buffs' secondary, impressing coaches and fans alike with his play. And speaking of the Buffs, they're set to take on Baylor in a highly-anticipated matchup this weekend. Over in the Big 12, teams are already being re-ranked based on their early performances, with some surprises in the mix. And in other news, former Mountain West commissioner is urging Wyoming Cowboys to stand with the conference, as speculation grows about the future of CSU Rams and Air Force.
But for now, RMAC football is in full swing and the Colorado School of Mines is leading the pack. Will they be able to maintain their dominance and secure another win next week? Only time will tell. But one thing's for sure, fans can always rely on the Sports Omelette to get all the latest news and analysis on Denver's teams. So don't forget to sign up and stay informed.
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