ECU Secures Bowl Spot with Win Over Tulsa

East Carolina University secured a bowl game spot with a thrilling 38-31 victory over Tulsa, thanks to Rahjai Harris's two fourth-quarter touchdowns and a crucial defensive stop in the final seconds. This win improves ECU's record to 6-4 and marks interim head coach Blake Harrell's third consecutive victory since taking over. Despite Tulsa's freshman receiver Joseph Williams's impressive performance with three touchdowns, the Golden Hurricane fell to 3-7, eliminating them from bowl contention. ECU's quarterback Katin Houser, despite throwing three interceptions, managed 314 passing yards and contributed to the Pirates' offensive surge. The win ends Tulsa's four-game winning streak against ECU and is the Pirates' first road victory under Harrell. The Pirates will next face North Texas, aiming to extend their winning streak.