RECAP: Blackjacks Win a Close One, Beat Baltimore, 48-41
With last week’s loss behind them, the Blackjacks returned home to Atlantic City, looking to turn things around, against a tough opponent from Baltimore, who started the season on a 3 game homestand. The Brigade came into Atlantic City with a 2-1 record.
Looking to make a statement early, Atlantic City opened the game with a 34yrd completion to
Antwane Grant after his 34yrd reception to open the game. Photo by Mike Kruce / MKJ Photography
Antwane Grant to set the pace. They marched down the field to score the TD a few plays later on a rushing TD by LaMark Brown.
Not only was this a high scoring game, but defense showed up as well. There were 3 interceptions in the 1st quarter. The Blackjacks controlled the 1st keeping Baltimore scoreless. 13-0 after the 1st.
In the 2nd quarter, Baltimore took control, scoring on the opening drive,
Brandon Collins catching a TD in the 2nd quarter. Photo by Mike Kruce / MKJ Photography
off a 1 yard rush by Rory Nixon. The Blackjacks were able to answer with a drive of their own, scoring a touchdown. This would be their only score, with Baltimore controlling the 2nd quarter 13-7, but still trailing at the half 20-13.
Donte Rumph holding up the fumble recovery. Photo by Mike Kruce / MKJ Photography
In the 3rd quarter, the Blackjacks came up with a fumble recovery by Donte Rumph, that came off of a sack by Nick Haag. They capitalized on the turnover, by getting another TD off an Antwane Grant rush, which put them up 27-13.
The 4th quarter started with the Blackjacks up 27-19. Both offenses kicked in another gear, with the Blackjacks scoring 22 points, and Baltimore scoring 21. With 42
Kendrick Ings pulling in a one handed catch. Photo by Mike Kruce / MKJ Photography
seconds left in the game, Blackjacks holding on to a 48-33 lead, Baltimore looked to make a comeback. Marching down the field, utilizing their time outs, they were able to score a touchdown, luckily, as the game clock reached 00:00. Blackjacks hold on to the lead and take the win 48-41.
Stats
Score by Quarters 1 2 3 4 Score ----------------- -- -- -- -- ----- Baltimore Brigade... 0 13 6 22 - 41 Record: (2-1) A.C. Blackjacks..... 13 7 7 21 - 48 Record: (1-2)
BAL ATC FIRST DOWNS................... 12 16 RUSHES-YARDS (NET)............ 3-3 8-20 PASSING YDS (NET)............. 229 180 Passes Att-Comp-Int........... 33-22-2 32-20-2 TOTAL OFFENSE PLAYS-YARDS..... 37-232 42-200 Fumble Returns-Yards.......... 0-0 0-0 Kickoff Returns-Yards......... 4-67 3-77 Interception Returns-Yards.... 2-26 2-5 Fumbles-Lost.................. 1-1 1-0 Penalties-Yards............... 11-63 5-34 Possession Time............... 24:59 35:01 Third-Down Conversions........ 2 of 5 1 of 4 Fourth-Down Conversions....... 0 of 1 1 of 2 Red-Zone Scores-Chances....... 4-7 7-8 Sacks By: Number-Yards........ 2-12 1-8
Looking ahead: The Blackjacks will welcome the 4-0 Albany Empire to Boardwalk Hall Saturday, May 25 at 7pm. There is a reason Albany is 4-0, and this is going to be a tough test. The Blackjacks hope to give the only undefeated team, their 1st loss of the season.
Photos: All photo credit to Mike Kruce / MKJ Photography.
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