Virginia's Jekail Middlebrook rushes for two touchdowns in win over Syracuse
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 11, 2026, 3:29 AM
Last updated Oct 11, 2026
Jekail Middlebrook scored two rushing touchdowns in the fourth quarter as Virginia achieved a comeback victory over Syracuse 28-25 on October 10. The Cavaliers fell behind 17-7 at halftime after an early touchdown from Xay Davis. Beau Pribula threw a touchdown while Malachi Nelson passed for Syracuse. Virginia increased their lead late, aided by Middlebrook's two scores. The next game for Virginia is against No. 24 SMU on October 14.
- •Virginia overcame a 10-point deficit to win.
- •Middlebrook totaled 95 rushing yards on 12 carries.
- •Syracuse led 17-7 at halftime.
- •Virginia's next game is at No. 24 SMU on October 14.
- •Syracuse will host Louisville on October 14.
- 3:29 AMYahoo Sports — Middlebrook's 2 rushing TDs help Virginia overcome 10-point deficit, beat Syracuse 28-24
"(AP) — Jekail Middlebrook rushed for two touchdowns in the fourth quarter, and Virginia overcame a 10-point second-half deficit to beat Syracuse 28-25 on Saturday night.Middlebrook finished with 95 yards rushing on 12 carries.
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