Montana Grizzlies Football Team Suffers Loss to UC Davis

Stagnant Offense and Impressive Defense Lead to 30-14 Loss

Missoula, MT - The Montana Grizzlies football team faced a disappointing defeat on Saturday, losing 30-14 to the UC Davis Aggies at home. The Grizzlies' offense struggled throughout the game, while the Aggies' defense put on a strong performance.

Offensive Struggles

The Grizzlies' offense was unable to find its rhythm, managing only 264 total yards. Quarterback Lucas Johnson completed just 15 of 32 passes for 148 yards and one interception. Running back Nick Ostmo had 87 rushing yards on 18 carries, but the team's overall rushing attack was limited to 116 yards.

The Grizzlies also struggled with penalties, committing 10 for 95 yards. These penalties hampered their drives and gave the Aggies good field position.

Impressive Defense

Despite the offensive struggles, the Grizzlies' defense played well. They held the Aggies to 306 total yards and forced two turnovers. Linebacker Patrick O'Connell led the team with 10 tackles, while defensive back Justin Ford had an interception.

The Aggies' offense was led by quarterback Jake Maier, who completed 21 of 30 passes for 208 yards and two touchdowns. Running back Ulonzo Gilliam Jr. had 68 rushing yards and a touchdown.

Outcome and Implications

The loss drops the Grizzlies to 1-1 on the season, while the Aggies improve to 2-0. The Grizzlies will look to rebound next week when they travel to face the Northern Arizona Lumberjacks.