MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Prior to Middle Tennessee's thrilling win against Florida Atlantic on Saturday, something was missing in the Blue Raiders' defensive corps.
They needed an influx of veteran leadership and pure tackling ability. Luckily, a team leader re-entered the fold at the perfect time.
Senior safety Jovante Moffatt missed the first three games of the season while recovering from dual shoulder surgeries to repair both of his labrums. He made sure his return against the defending Conference USA champion Owls would be memorable, racking up eight tackles and sealing the 25-24 MT win with an interception in the waning seconds.