Brief

Kam Davis powers Liberty to 30-14 win over Delaware in C‑USA opener

The junior ran for 147 yards and two scores as Liberty took a 30-0 lead before Delaware scored late.

By Felo News Desk · Published Sat, 03 Oct 2026 14:18:26 GMT

Kam Davis rushed for 147 yards and two touchdowns to lead Liberty to a 30-14 victory over Delaware on Friday night, the opening Conference USA game for both teams, the Associated Press reported.

What happened

Davis broke off a 56‑yard touchdown run on third‑and‑2 midway through the second quarter, giving Liberty a 13-0 lead. He added a five‑yard scoring run early in the fourth quarter, extending the margin to 30-0. The Flames (4-1) never looked back, though Delaware scored two late touchdowns.

What the reports add

Deshawn Purdie completed 13 of 20 passes for 157 yards for Liberty, and Chase Reeves kicked two of three field goals in the first quarter. Delaware’s sophomore quarterback EJ Archield Jr. threw for 137 yards in his first start after Nick Minnicucci’s injury. Backups Braden Streeter and Tyler Bell each threw touchdown passes in the fourth quarter.

What was said

The Associated Press did not include direct quotes from players or coaches.

How it came about

Liberty entered the game with a 4-1 record, while Delaware was seeking its first win of the season. The victory sets up Liberty’s next game against Sam Houston on Thursday, and Delaware will travel to Middle Tennessee on Oct. 13.

Key facts

Kam Davis rushed for 147 yards and two touchdowns (winnipegfreepress.com)
Liberty defeated Delaware 30-14 (winnipegfreepress.com)
Liberty’s next game is vs. Sam Houston; Delaware travels to Middle Tennessee on Oct. 13 (winnipegfreepress.com)