Kent State's (3-6, 2-3 Mid-American Conference) season has been defined thus far by frustrating late-game losses.
This week, the Flashes got to feel what it's like to be on the other side of the equation: Sophomore kicker Shane Hynes knocked in a 34-yard field goal just before time expired, giving the Flashes a stunning 27-24 win over Central Michigan University (5-3, 2-3 MAC).
Hynes' game-winner came on a day where special teams were lackluster across the board, as six total kicks were blocked on the day, but only four counted due to penalties. Kent State had both a field goal and a punt blocked, while the Flashes blocked two Central Michigan field-goals themselves.