WEST POINT, N.Y. – As a descendant of reggae royalty whose grandfather immortalized the African-American Army Regiments with his music, Tulane's Nico Marley can appreciate how the Buffalo Soldiers fought with strength and tenacity.
The junior linebacker, therefore, wanted to make his first trip to West Point – where the host's fans tailgate at Buffalo Soldier Field, just outside Michie Stadium – a memorable one.
After the conclusion of Saturday afternoon's heart-pounder, memorable might be an understatement. And for once, Marley has his teammates on the other side of the ball to thank.
With the score tied at 31 with 1:53 left on the clock, the Green Wave – behind quarterback Tanner Lee, Marley's roommate – ran the two-minute drill to perfection.