ECU opens American play with 28-12 win over Rice

ECU defeated Rice 28-12 on October 10 to begin conference play at 4-1. Emory Williams, TJ Engleman Jr. and Ray-Ray Joseph Jr. led a balanced offensive effort, while the defense held Rice to 233 yards and the Pirates pulled away late. ECU now faces a short turnaround for an October 15 game at UAB.