From David Volz
The Florida Atlantic Owls defeated Southeastern Louisiana University 42-9 in a game that was delayed by lighting for over 90 minutes.
The Owls hit hard and fast and marched into SLU territory on the opening drive. The Lions intercepted a N’Kosi pass, however, to delay the game’s first score.
After the defense turned the Lions away with a three-and-out, the offense marched 80 yards and finished it off in the end zone this time. A career-long58-yard run by Larry McCammon set the tone, and three plays later, Perry threw to Zuberi Mobley for a 14-yard screen pass for a touchdown.
The Owls broke it open with touchdowns on each of their first two drives in the second quarter. Perry threw to LaJohntay Wester for a36-yard score to make it 14-0 and then scampered for a two-yard run himself on the next drive to open up a 21-3 advantage.
Just before halftime, FAU had a 80-yard drive culminating with a one-yard runby McCammon as time expired in the quarter.
The third quarter became the Zuberi Mobley show as the redshirt freshman torched the SLU defense for 83 yards and a touchdown on just nine carries. The Owls’ scoring was capped off in the fourth with one more long Perry to Wester touchdown pass. The 42-yard strike put FAU up 42-3 at the time. The Lions would register a late consolation score to bring the game to its 42-9 final.
