DAYTON — The University of Dayton football team pulled off a big upset on Saturday afternoon.
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The Dayton Flyers beat nationally ranked Presbyterian, 35-19, at Welcome Stadium.
The Blue Hose entered Saturday’s game ranked No. 16 in the AFCA FCS Coaches Poll and No. 19 in the Stats Perform FCS rankings.
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Gavin Lochow rushed for 133 yards and two scores as he split time at quarterback with Drew VanFleet. Lochow also caught four passes for 41 yards.
This is UD’s first win over a nationally ranked team since No. 14 Indiana State in 2019.
This was Presbyterian’s first loss of the season.
The Flyers improved 6-2 overall and 4-1 in the Pioneer Football League.
Dayton’s next game will be on Nov. 1 at San Diego at 4 p.m.
The game will be broadcast on WHIO Radio.
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