Lamar University secured a 52-23 victory over the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) on Saturday, powered by touchdown returns from two players identified as McDonald and Thomas. The Associated Press reported the win, which showcased Lamar's special teams and defensive playmaking ability.
The Cardinals' dominant performance included multiple scoring drives, but the highlight plays came on return touchdowns by McDonald and Thomas. Specific details on the type of returns — whether kickoff, punt, or interception — were not immediately available in the initial report.
Lamar improved its record with the convincing win over the Vaqueros. The game took place on November 1, 2026, according to the wire service timestamp.


