Delaware football remains unbeaten after a thrilling 42-35 victory over Monmouth in a Coastal Athletic Association matchup. Quarterback Zach Marker shined with three touchdown passes and a rushing score, while Marcus Yarns added a rushing touchdown and an 86-yard receiving touchdown. The game featured high-powered offenses, but it was Delaware’s defense that sealed the win, stopping Monmouth twice in the fourth quarter.
After a back-and-forth game, Marker led Delaware on a critical scoring drive in the second half, ultimately securing the victory. Monmouth’s Derek Robertson put up a fight with four touchdown passes, but it wasn’t enough to overcome Delaware’s strong performance.
Marker finished the game with 298 passing yards, while Yarns rushed for 142 yards and Phil Lutz caught two touchdown passes. Robertson threw for 361 yards and four touchdowns for Monmouth, with TJ Speight and Gavin Nelson as his top receivers.
Delaware’s win marks their fifth straight victory of the season and third consecutive win over Monmouth. The Blue Hens improve to 5-0 overall and 2-0 in conference play. Fans can keep up with the latest AP Top 25 rankings and college football updates throughout the season.
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