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Historic collapse at Buffalo results in Toledo's first MAC football loss

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BUFFALO — One week after Toledo engineered the third-largest comeback in program history, it surrendered the third-largest comeback in program history.

The Rockets dominated through three quarters, leading 27-10 entering the fourth, and then allowed 24 unanswered points in a 34-27 loss at Buffalo.

“You have to make the tough plays,” Toledo coach Jason Candle said. “I have to do a better job.”

The 17-point blown fourth-quarter lead is the biggest ever for UT and the third-biggest overall. It marks Buffalo’s second-largest comeback, behind a 20-point effort against Bowling Green in 2008.

Toledo Rockets wide receiver Mikel Barkley gets tackled by UB Bulls safety Jahmin Muse at UB Stadium in Buffalo, NY, Oct. 22.

Buffalo had 177 yards, nine first downs, zero punts, and zero penalties in the fourth quarter.