DENTON, TEXAS — In an impressive victory over Wyoming on September 21, North Texas (UNT) dominated the game, securing a 44-17 win. Chandler Morris showcased his talent by throwing for 305 yards and two touchdowns, while Makenzie McGill’s exceptional performance included three touchdowns from runs of 24, 4, and 2 yards.
This win puts North Texas at a favorable 1-0 lead in the all-time series after the teams’ first-ever meeting. The game drew an announced attendance of 27,049, making it the fifth-highest number in the history of DATCU Stadium and the seventh most in UNT history. With this victory, UNT’s record now stands at 3-1, tying for the 10th best record through four games in program history.
Under Eric Morris, the team has shown remarkable strength, now standing at 6-1 when leading at the half and 7-0 when leading after three quarters. This win also marks the 10th time in 16 games under Morris that UNT has achieved at least 500 yards of total offense.
It’s worth noting that UNT’s defense played a crucial role in the victory, effectively limiting Wyoming’s rushing attack.
