CHARLOTTE (Oct. 15, 2016) -- FIU scored 14 points in the final seven minutes to rally past Charlotte 27-26 in thrilling fashion Saturday night at Jerry Richardson Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Down 26-13, quarterback Alex McGough connected with A.J. Branisel on a 15-yard touchdown to bring the Panthers (3-4, 3-0 Conference USA) within six points with 4:21 left in the game.
The 49ers (2-5, 1-2 C-USA) got a first down on the ensuing possession but decided to throw the ball two plays later. The pass was incomplete to stop the clock and give the Panthers one final shot.