UAB defeats East Carolina 30-17 in overtime comeback

UAB secured a 30-17 comeback victory over East Carolina in overtime on Thursday night. The Blazers improved to a 4-3 overall record and 2-1 in the American Conference.

East Carolina established an early lead, scoring on its opening drive and adding a touchdown following a fumble recovery in the end zone to go up 14-0. UAB gradually closed the gap through field goals from Jonah Delange, trailing only 14-3 at halftime. East Carolina extended its lead to 23-15 in the fourth quarter, but UAB quarterback Ryder Burton led a 93-yard drive, culminating in a touchdown pass to Bam McReynolds and a two-point conversion to tie the game at 17-17.

In overtime, Burton threw a 6-yard touchdown pass to Rod Robinson II. The victory was sealed by Delvon Gulley, who returned an interception 80 yards for a touchdown. Burton finished with 256 passing yards on 18 of 36 completions, while CJ Smith recorded 119 receiving yards. For East Carolina, Emory Williams threw for 126 yards and two touchdowns.