NC A&T Stuns No. 19 Rhode Island 22-18 for First Ranked Win in Eight Years

GREENSBORO, N.C. — NC A&T earned its biggest win of the season Saturday, stunning No. 19 Rhode Island 22-18 at Truist Stadium for the Aggies' first victory over a nationally ranked opponent in eight years.

A&T built a 22-3 lead and survived Rhode Island's second-half comeback. Freshman Donavan Frederick forced a fumble that Tyrek Brown returned 69 yards for a touchdown, while the Aggies forced four turnovers overall. Kevin White threw for 139 yards, and JT Smith led the ground game with 68 yards.

The victory moved NC A&T to 1-4 overall and 1-1 in Coastal Athletic Association play. The Aggies travel to Bryant on Saturday, Oct. 3, for a 6 p.m. kickoff.