North Texas defeats Navy 49-39 in fourth consecutive victory

North Texas secured its fourth straight win with a 49-39 victory over Navy in Annapolis, Maryland. The Mean Green relied on several long-distance plays to overcome Navy, who outgained them in total yardage 506-477 and benefited from a significant yardage advantage in penalties.

Key contributors for North Texas included Dalton Carnes, who returned a punt 76 yards for a touchdown, and Zakye Barker, who returned a fumble 63 yards for a score. Quarterback Tayven Jackson threw for 305 yards and three touchdowns, while Jahiem White added 174 rushing yards and two scores. Justin Stevenson recorded a career-high 209 receiving yards with two touchdowns.

For Navy, Jackson Gutierrez rushed for three touchdowns and 228 yards, while also contributing 156 passing yards and one passing touchdown. North Texas moves to a 5-2 record, while Navy falls to 2-5.