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JAMESTOWN, ND. (NewsDakota.com) – A back and forth battle at Rollie Greeno Field saw the University of Jamestown football team come up just short as Briar Cliff defeated the Jimmies 41-38 on Saturday afternoon.

Jamestown’s offense moved the ball down the field effectively late in the fourth quarter to take a 38-34 lead over the Chargers. After Briar Cliff returned the ensuing kickoff into Jamestown territory, Aaron Okoro caught his second touchdown of the game to give Briar Cliff the lead with 1:08 to go.

With one timeout remaining, Jamestown was able to travel across midfield and down to the 30-yard line, setting up Izaak Myles with a potential game-tying field goal. Myles game-tying attempt ended up wide left, and the Chargers were able to snap their three-game losing streak.

Cade Torgerson went 34-55 through the air for the Jimmies, totaling 396 yards passing and five total touchdowns, including a rushing score. Isaiah Roebuck led Jamestown with 10 total catches for 152 yards. Javon Bowie-Monteiro hauled in two touchdowns and seven total receptions for 106 yards, and Marcus Giles had four catches and a score. Micah Madyun brought in the other touchdown for the Jimmie receivers, finishing the game with six catches and 53 yards.

The Jimmies drop to 2-6 overall on the year and 2-5 in the GPAC, marking five consecutive losses for Jamestown. UJ is on the road next Saturday against #3 Morningside.