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What we learned from Central Arkansas' dramatic, surreal season-opening win over Austin Peay

MONTGOMERY, Ala. — It wasn't always certain that we would make it to this point, and it's not certain how long we stay here.

But on Saturday, at least for one night, we had college football.

Central Arkansas defeated Austin Peay, 24-17, in the FCS Kickoff Classic at the Cramton Bowl in the first game of the COVID-19 era.

The four-quarter affair was ultimately decided by a frantic final few minutes. The Governors, who looked lost on offense through most of the second half, struck for the go-ahead touchdowns on a 1-yard run by quarterback Jeremiah Oatsvall with 1:40 remaining.