Cincinnati raced to a commanding 31-7 lead behind Evan Pryor's two touchdown runs and quarterback Brendan Sorsby's dual-threat performance at Nippert Stadium. The Cyclones mounted a spirited comeback with Rocco Becht accounting for four total touchdowns to narrow the gap to single digits. Sorsby's electrifying 82-yard touchdown strike to Caleb Goodie in the fourth quarter provided the crucial cushion the Bearcats needed to secure the 38-30 victory.