Quarterback Mikey Maloney delivered a historic performance on October 24, leading Mount Union to a decisive 70-27 victory over Wilmington. The Mount Union signal-caller accounted for a career-high seven touchdowns and 385 total yards, showcasing an unprecedented level of dominance on the gridiron. Maloney’s explosive playmaking set the tone early, as he rushed for a career-best 156 yards—just one yard shy of tying the school record for rushing yards by a quarterback held by Kevin Burke. His passing attack complemented his ground game, adding 229 yards and four touchdowns to his tally, while he also tied his career best with three rushing scores.
QB Maloney explodes for 385 yards and seven TDs as Purple Raiders dominate Wilmington 70-27
The Purple Raiders’ offensive efficiency was nearly perfect, outgaining Wilmington 651-289 in total yards. Mount Union capitalized on every opportunity, scoring a touchdown on 10 of their 11 possessions and going 6-for-6 in red zone chances. Wide receiver Brayden Harris provided a crucial spark, recording career highs with 91 receiving yards and two touchdown catches, both of which came in the first half to establish an early lead. The team’s ability to convert drives into points ensured the game was effectively over before the fourth quarter began, as they ran out the clock on their final drive.
On the defensive side, Mount Union’s pass rush finally found its stride, totaling seven sacks—the most in a game since 2024. Sophomore defensive lineman Yahir Dominguez led the charge with a career-high two sacks, disrupting Wilmington’s rhythm and keeping the opposing offense in check. This balanced effort between a historic offensive outburst and a resurgent defensive line solidified Mount Union’s position at 5-2 overall and 4-1 in conference play, marking a significant statement win in their recent schedule.
Source: Yahoo Sports
