DETROIT — It took six overtimes, 4 hours and 38 minutes, and two premature celebrations, but the University of Toledo finally got its moment on Thursday night at the GameAbove Sports Bowl.
Linebacker Jackson Barrow and edge rusher Dashawn Holt forced Pittsburgh quarterback Julian Dugger into an incomplete pass, bringing the longest-ever college football bowl game to a conclusion and setting off a celebration for the victorious Rockets.
Toledo 48, Pitt 46.
“I’m proud of our response,” said Toledo coach Jason Candle, who tied Gary Pinkel at 73 for the most wins in program history. “I’m proud of the understanding that you’re ultimately going to be defined by making the last play and throwing the last punch.