Missouri State looked to have had the momentum when they took over the ball with 5:53 left in the game.
The Bears trailed 35-30 and had a chance to get a win over No. 14 Western Illinois.
MSU took over the ball at their own 45-yard line, but a lightning delay put a stall to their drive.
After one hour and 39 minutes, play resumed with the Bears having a chance at getting one of their biggest wins in recent history.
The Bears went three-and-out after the opening play resulted in a rush for a loss of four.