Toledo Roars Back, UMass Finds Stride | Hartford News

0:00Toledo bounced back in their home opener, putting up a serious offensive display against Central Connecticut. Quarterback John Allen Richter was on fire, tossing for 252 yards and three touchdowns. The Rockets put up 56 unanswered points after an early deficit, ultimately crushing Central Connecticut by a score of 63-10. This wasn't just a one-man show though. Toledo's offense racked up 569 total yards. Rico Bond was a major threat, catching an 85-yard touchdown pass and finishing with four catches for 135 yards. Even back up quarterback Walter Moses got in on the action, throwing his first career touchdown pass late in the game. Central Connecticut managed to score first, a field goal just under a minute in, but that was about it for their offense. They were held to just 139 total yards for the entire game. It's a tough loss for them, especially after starting the season with two defeats. Meanwhile, UMass is also on a roll, securing their second consecutive win

1:01by beating Sacred Heart 37-10. This marks the first time UMass has won back-to-back games since 2023. Their building will meant some after snapping a long losing streak in their season opener. T-Y Harding was the star for UMass, scoring on a 49-yard reception and an 82-yard pun return touchdown early in the game. Quarterback William Watson III also contributed with both passing and rushing yards. It looks like the Minimum are finding their stride this season. You've been listening to Hartford News today, AI-powered Local News.