Watson's 13-yard TD run in OT lifts UMass over Ball State 31-30
William Watson III breaks loose for a 13-yard touchdown run in overtime, giving Massachusetts a 31-30 victory over Ball State6 HOURS AGO • Associated Press
Aedan McCarthy - Ready to rock for Wednesday McCarthy (undisclosed) will play in Wednesday's clash with Ball State, per the MAC availability report.
Impact McCarthy will suit up for the first time since Week 6 against Miami (OH). The quarterback is expected to serve as the backup to William Watson, who has cleared the team's injury report.
19 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE
William Watson III - Ready to roll for Week 10 Watson (ankle) is available for Wednesday's contest versus Ball State, per the MAC availability report.
Impact Watson was reportedly expected to play Wednesday night, which checks out given that the quarterback returned to action after a two-game absence in Week 8 and then had a bye week to recover. The gunslinger has thrown for 1,025 yards, eight touchdowns and two interceptions while rushing for 178 yards and four scores this fall.
19 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE
T.Y. Harding - Set to play versus Ball State Harding (undisclosed) will suit up for Wednesday's game versus Ball State, per the MAC availability report.
Impact Harding will take the field Wednesday after sitting out Massachusetts' previous two outings. The wideout has been a dependable target this season, recording 28 receptions for 327 yards and two touchdowns across six games.
19 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE
William Watson III - Expected to play vs. Ball State Watson (ankle) is expected to play against Ball State on Tuesday night, per Pete Nakos of On3.com.
Impact Watson returned after a two-game absence in Week 8 against UConn and tossed for 205 yards and a score on 58 percent completion. He was expected to suit up given the fact that he returned to action against the Huskies, but nonetheless, Watson should now be considered very probable for Tuesday night.
20 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE
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