In Tampa, Florida, a dominant performance by quarterback Cam Ward led his team to a resounding 50-15 victory over South Florida on Saturday night. Ward’s impressive display saw him throw for 404 yards and three touchdowns, with one interception, as he expertly exploited the Bulls’ man coverage on his receivers.
Ward’s receivers, Isaiah Horton, Xavier Restrepo, and Sam Brown, all had standout performances, with each catching a touchdown pass. Horton finished with 108 yards receiving, Restrepo had 99, and Brown added 75. This marked the first time in 25 years that a quarterback has thrown for at least 300 yards in each of his first four games of the season.
The team’s 209 points this season are the most in program history through four games, and their 4-0 start has fans dreaming big about the possibilities. Coach Mario Cristobal praised Ward’s dynamic playmaking ability, saying, “He’s always trying to get better. He’s dynamic, and he continues to prove he’s a game changer for us.”
Ward’s scrambling ability and poise under pressure were on full display as he consistently connected with his receivers, even when the pocket broke down. Despite missing a few throws, he more than made up for them with big plays, including a 76-yard touchdown pass to Brown late in the second quarter.
The team’s offense has been firing on all cylinders, setting a school record for points scored in the first four games of the season. Ward attributed their success to the strong play of the offensive line, saying, “The trenches is the reason why we’re 4-0, both sides of the ball. As long as we’re playing good up front, we’ve just got to do our job on the back end, on the perimeter, and we’ll be able to win some more games.”
Horton, who has emerged as a go-to player on the perimeter, praised Ward’s incredible abilities, saying, “It’s awesome playing with Cam Ward. He’s incredible. I knew that from the jump as soon as he got on campus. He made his mark instantly.” With their sights set on continued success, Ward and his teammates are focused on progressing forward and taking every opponent seriously.
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