Liberty defeats Delaware 30-14 in Conference USA opener

Kam Davis rushed for 147 yards and two touchdowns to lead Liberty to a 30-14 victory over Delaware in their Conference USA season opener. Davis recorded 123 of his yards on nine carries during the first half, including a 56-yard touchdown run in the second quarter.

Liberty established a 20-0 halftime lead following a 3-yard touchdown run by Peyton Jones. Deshawn Purdie contributed 157 passing yards for the Flames. Delaware, led by sophomore EJ Archield Jr. in his first collegiate start, scored two fourth-quarter touchdowns through passing plays by Braden Streeter and Tyler Bell to finish the game.

Liberty moves to a 4-1 record, while Delaware falls to 2-3.