The National team beat the American team 25-24 Saturday evening in the NFLPA Collegiate Bowl. Three of the MAC players that were in Pasadena featured prominently in the game, while one did not play.
The American team opened up an early 14-0 lead, and took 14-3 into the half. The second half opened with a field goal for the American team, then the comeback was on.
The National team responded with back-to-back touchdowns to tie the game and took the lead for the first time with 4 minutes left after a successful two-point conversion. The American team had a shot to win at the end but missed a 45-yard field goal wide left.