Big play the wrong way

McNeese freshman Todd Pendland, from Newton, Texas, bust loose on a 63-yard touchdown run on second down after the kickoff and McNeese leads 27-14. The Cowboys did miss the PAT, so the door is open ...

TOUCHDOWN DEMONS, 21-14 with 6:27 to go

What an incredibly courageous performance by these Demons. They drive downfield and get a touchdown by Byron Lawrence. If ever a team deserved a win, based on the heart they have shown tonight, it's these Demons. WOW. 10 plays, 80 yards, a drive led by walk-on freshman QB Carson Martinez. McNEese has gained only about 20 yards in the entire second half. I bet if NSU scores, Scott Stoker will go for two and the win.

INTERCEPTION!

Justin Perry picks one off at the goalline, and the Demons are still alive and kicking at the outset of the fourth quarter. Starting at their own 20.

Going to the fourth quarter down 21-7

A gutsy third quarter ends with a tipped pass by Carson Martinez intercepted and McNeese has the ball at the NSU 27. Staying within two scores is a must for NSU's upset chances.

What a wonderful honor for the Bonnette family

McNeese has named its football field after venerable sports information director Louis Bonnette, whose son Matt is NSU's assistant (really, co-) SID. Louis is a legend in our business, not only for his continuing 37 years of service, but for his unselfishness and kindness to so many for so long.

McNeese had a brief ceremony on the field at the end of halftime to announce the naming of the field. It's as big an honor as I can imagine and it's so well deserved.