ncaaf Game Recap
Recap - Pirates Defeat Navy 38-35
Holton Ahlers threw for 405 yards to lead the Pirates over Navy 38-35 on Saturday in Week 12 action at Jack Stephens Field at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium.
East Carolina did not, however, defeat the Midshipmen against the spread, which closed at -3.5 at most sportsbooks. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go OVER the closing number of 46.0.
Holton Ahlers completed 27 of 32 pass attempts for 405 yards for the Pirates in the win.
Carlinos Acie rushed for 155 yards for Navy, while James Harris II added 57 yards. Tai Lavatai threw for 37 yards for the Midshipmen, while receivers Mychal Cooper and Chance Warren had 31 and 4 yards respectively.
Navy was outgained by East Carolina 563-382 yards in Saturday's match, while the important battle of first downs was won 24-17 by the Pirates.
Navy lost the time of possession battle 32:40-27:20, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.
East Carolina heads into a 13 battle against Cincinnati. Navy, meanwhile, will have their next action against Temple.