Hofmann would overcome three turnovers - two INTs and a fumble on a strip sack, the first sack the OL had allowed all season - to pass for 380 yards and two TDs. His best pass of the day was one of his last - a 31-yard gain to SR WR Ray Conley to put Hobart in position to win the game. JR PK Kyle Hackett converted 34 and 38-yard FGs, the latter being the game winner.
SR OLB David McCarthy had a game high 13 tackles and two TFL. SR DE Collin Hudgins added 11 stops to go with three and half TFL. A bad snap on a punt cost Hobart a number of rushing yards in the stat book, and they ended up -1 on the day, after pretty much abandoning the run early in the game. The Statesmen finished with only 13 rushing attempts. Rowan by contrast rushed for 204 yards, but had a very costly fumble - forced by JR CB Jared Leake - when the game was tied 17-17 late in the fourth quarter.
Another key stat that can't be overlooked is how Rowan didn't help themselves, getting flagged eight times for -145 yards. The Statesmen were more composed, only losing 45 yards because of five penalties. Hobart did struggle to convert however with only two of 13 successful third down conversions, and going 0-3 on fourth down. Rowan didn't fare much better though, going 6-17 and 0-1, respectively.
While it wasn't pretty, you have to give Hobart credit for fighting back and winning against a tough opponent. It doesn't get any easier with Montclair State (1-1) up next, and who had an extra week to prepare for next Saturday's game.
The Red Hawks will be met with some spirited opposition, however, as long-time Hobart super fan Jon McGriff P15 will be in attendance for the Homecoming game.
GIVE ME A "H"!!!!!!
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