An incredible interception by Robert Morris defender stuns Utah State.

The game ended with Utah State emerging victorious with a final score of 36-14.

An incredible interception by Robert Morris defender stuns Utah State.
An incredible interception by Robert Morris defender stuns Utah State.

The Robert Morris Colonials' football team is not renowned for their play in the Football Championship Subdivision. However, the team gained popularity on Saturday night as they faced off against Utah State.

It was not a significant upset that caused the Northeast Conference team to be put on the brink. Instead, it was due to a late play made by Colonials defensive back Rob Carter Jr. against the Aggies.

Rob Carter on the sideline
Robert Morris cornerback Tyris Harvey (4), and defensive back Britton Pascoe (10) celebrate with defensive back Rob Carter Jr., second from right, after Carter intercepted a Utah State pass in the first half of an NCAA college football game on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Logan, Utah.  (Eli Lucero/The Herald Journal via AP)

With 11 seconds remaining in the half, Carter attempted to intercept a decent pass thrown by Utah State quarterback Bryson Barnes, which was aimed at Utah State wide receiver Grant Page.

Carter executed a one-handed catch while twisting his body and landing on the ground, resulting in a clutch interception and takeaway for the team, maintaining a 14-10 lead at halftime.

Rob Carter makes an interception
Robert Morris defensive back Rob Carter Jr. intercepts a Utah State pass in the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Logan, Utah. (Eli Lucero/The Herald Journal via AP)

He played in 10 games last season, recording 22 total tackles.

The Aggies quickly overtook Robert Morris' lead and won the game 36-14.

Robert Morris helmet
A Robert Morris Colonials helmet sits on the sidelines during a football game between the Appalachian State Mountaineers and the Robert Morris Colonials on October 29, 2022, at Kidd Brewer Stadium in Boone, NC. (David Jensen/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

In the win, Barnes scored two passing touchdowns and one rushing touchdown. Kyrese White led the team with three catches for 131 yards. Barnes replaced starter Spencer Petras, who exited the game in the second quarter.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.

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