A Wild Finish at West Point
The North Texas Mean Green pulled off a dramatic 45-38 overtime win against the Army Black Knights on Saturday, surviving a furious late rally in a game packed with momentum swings and standout performances. The victory keeps North Texas undefeated at 4-0 and gives them a crucial win in their American Conference opener.
Hawkins Dominates with Four Touchdowns
Caleb Hawkins was the undisputed star of the afternoon, rushing for four touchdowns—including the game-winner in overtime. Hawkins set the tone early, capping North Texas’ opening 15-play, 75-yard drive with a 4-yard touchdown run that chewed up nearly seven minutes of clock. He continued to find the end zone throughout the contest, ultimately sealing the win with a powerful run in the extra period.
Army’s Comeback Falls Just Short
Army, now 1-2 on the season, refused to go quietly. Trailing by double digits in the fourth quarter, the Black Knights mounted a spirited comeback, outscoring North Texas 17-7 in the final frame to force overtime. The Michie Stadium crowd was electric as Army tied the game late, but their hopes were dashed when they failed to answer Hawkins’ overtime score.
Key Moments and Stats
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First Half: North Texas jumped out to a 21-7 lead in the first quarter, but Army kept pace, trailing 28-14 at halftime.
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Second Half: Army’s defense stiffened, and their offense found rhythm, setting up a dramatic finish.
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Overtime: Hawkins’ fourth touchdown proved decisive, and Army’s final drive stalled, sealing the Mean Green victory.
| Quarter | North Texas | Army |
|---------|-------------|------|
| 1 | 21 | 7 |
| 2 | 7 | 7 |
| 3 | 3 | 7 |
| 4 | 7 | 17 |
| OT | 7 | 0 |
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Final |
45 |
38 |
What This Means for Both Teams
North Texas continues its hot start, moving to 4-0 overall and 1-0 in conference play. The Mean Green’s offense looks potent, and Hawkins’ performance will have fans dreaming big as the season progresses.
Army, meanwhile, drops to 1-2 and 0-1 in the American Conference. Despite the loss, the Black Knights showed resilience and will look to regroup as they continue their conference schedule.
The Atmosphere at Michie Stadium
The game was played in front of a lively crowd at West Point, with pregame festivities including cadets parachuting into the stadium—a classic Army tradition that set the stage for a memorable afternoon.
Looking Ahead
North Texas will aim to keep their perfect record intact as they head deeper into conference play. Army, despite the setback, demonstrated they can compete with the conference’s best and will look to bounce back next week.
Takeaway: This overtime thriller showcased the grit and determination of both programs, but it was Caleb Hawkins and the Mean Green who left West Point with the statement win.
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