Union, N.J. (10/10/26) – The Kean University football team suffered a 31-20 setback against #10/13 Christopher Newport University on Saturday afternoon in NJAC action.
Despite the loss, the Cougars were the first opponent of the Captains this season to score more than 14 points.
Stevenson Memo ended the first threat of the day with an interception and Ty Kline needed just two plays of 32 and 25 yards to give Kean an early lead.
It was Brandon Gomez's turn next as he intercepted Brandon Pena just two plays into the next drive opportunity.
Later in the quarter, CNU got on the board with a three-yard scamper after starting the drive with good field position.
The Captains added to their advantage with two unanswered touchdowns in the second quarter, taking a 21-6 lead.
Kean pulled within one score as the Cougars took advantage of two CNU penalties. Kline concluded the drive with a 12-yard pass to Jason Marasciulo.
On their second possession of the second half, Christopher Newport extended the advantage as Jordin Lennon capped off the drive with a five-yard scamper.
Kean scored midway through the fourth quarter as Kline completed six passes and rushed for 28 yards to inch the Cougars closer (28-20).
CNU put the game out of reach with a 38-yard field goal.
Kline was 21-of-37 for 247 yards in the air and two touchdowns. He added a touchdown on the ground and 33 total rushing yards.
Luke Pettersen led Kean with 13 total tackles.
Kean travels to Rowan University next Saturday.
