Morgan’s Ice-Cold Kick Seals 26-25 Victory for Golden Hurricane
In a dramatic finish at West Point, the Tulsa Golden Hurricane pulled off a stunning 26-25 comeback win over the Army Black Knights, capped by a clutch 27-yard field goal from Seth Morgan with just 12 seconds left on the clock. The victory snapped Tulsa’s losing streak and delivered a gut-punch to Army, who had led by as many as 11 points in the second half.
A Tale of Two Halves: Army Dominates Early, Tulsa Rallies Late
Army looked in control for much of the game, riding the legs of quarterback Cale Hellums, who racked up 159 rushing yards and three touchdowns—all in the first half. The Black Knights built a 25-14 lead, seemingly poised to secure their sixth win of the season.
But Tulsa refused to fold. Quarterback Baylor Hayes orchestrated a relentless second-half attack, completing 20 of 31 passes for 267 yards and a touchdown. Running back Dominic Richardson was a workhorse, pounding out a career-high 203 rushing yards and a score on 28 carries, keeping the Army defense on its heels.
The Turning Point: Tulsa’s Fourth-Quarter Surge
The comeback began in earnest in the fourth quarter. Morgan drilled a 48-yard field goal to trim the deficit, and Hayes connected with Josh Smith for an 8-yard touchdown, narrowing Army’s lead to just two points. Although Tulsa’s two-point conversion attempt failed, their defense stepped up, forcing Army to turn the ball over on downs and setting the stage for the game-winning drive.
With the clock winding down, Morgan calmly split the uprights from 27 yards out, sending the Tulsa sideline into a frenzy and silencing the home crowd at Michie Stadium.
Defensive Heroes and Series History
Tulsa’s defense made key plays down the stretch, highlighted by Ray Coney’s 13 tackles and Lento Smith Jr.’s crucial interception—the only pick of the game. Army’s last-ditch lateral play as time expired fell short, sealing the Golden Hurricane’s victory.
This win gives Tulsa a 2-1 edge in the series since 2007, avenging last year’s 49-7 blowout loss to Army.
What This Means for Both Teams
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Tulsa (4-7, 1-6 American Conference): The win provides a much-needed morale boost in a tough season and showcases the team’s resilience under pressure.
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Army (5-5, 3-4 American Conference): The loss is a setback for bowl eligibility hopes, with one regular-season game remaining to secure a postseason berth.
Expert Takeaways
This game was a showcase of grit and determination. Tulsa’s ability to claw back from a double-digit deficit on the road, against a disciplined Army squad, speaks volumes about their character. For Army, the inability to close out the game after a dominant first half will sting, especially with bowl implications on the line.
Fans were treated to a classic college football finish—one that will be remembered in Tulsa for years to come.
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