Brescia runs for 3 TDs, Colgate holds off Maine 21-18

ORONO, Maine (AP) — Quarterback Matt Brescia ran for three touchdowns, including a 68-yard score in the fourth quarter, and Colgate defeated Maine 21-18. After Maine scored early in the fourth quarter to close within 14-10, the Black Bears went three-and-out on their next two possessions. Brescia’s 68-yard touchdown run then gave Colgate an important two-score lead at 21-10. Maine responded, a 75-yard drive culminating with a 7-yard pass from Joe Fagnano to Montigo Moss. Fagnano’s 2-point conversion pass to Zavier Scott made the score 21-18 with 4:02 remaining. Maine forced a three-and-out then had 2:15 remaining to tie the score or take the lead. Cole Baker missed a 47-yard field goal try with 30 seconds remaining.