The Colonial Athletic Association’s football season opened with a tightly contested battle between Maine and Towson, where the Black Bears edged out the Tigers 21‑18 in a game that swung on a dominant second‑quarter surge.
Eddie Buehler, making his first start, delivered two touchdown passes and amassed 199 yards through the air, showcasing a poise that belied the pressure of opening night.
Rashawn Marshall anchored the rushing attack with a team‑high 81 yards, highlighted by a 32‑yard touchdown run that shifted momentum.
Nick Laughlin capped the first half with a 30‑yard score with just 42 seconds left on the clock, giving Maine a narrow edge at the break.
Towson’s offense was far from silent; quarterback Andrew Indorf threw for 267 yards and two touchdowns, including a daring 56‑yard, one‑handed catch, while receiver Cleveland Charlton added 136 yards and a 59‑yard touchdown.
Elon’s Dominance
In another marquee matchup, Elon rolled past Glenville State 42‑7, with Brady Stober orchestrating the attack, throwing for 254 yards and two scores, while Jimmyll Williams powered the ground game with 77 yards and two touchdowns.
Delaware State survived a roller‑coaster against Stony Brook, winning 41‑34 after erasing two 18‑point deficits; Quinn Boyd’s three touchdown passes were the catalyst for the comeback.
The final whistle at Maine’s venue was sealed by a forced fumble from Sam Oppenheimer, recovered by Jake Kucera, ensuring the Black Bears walked away with the victory.