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Michael Vick Secures First Norfolk State Win, 34-31 in Overtime

The comeback spotlights a budding quarterback decision heading into a road test at Rutgers.

Overview

  • Norfolk State rallied from a 23-7 deficit with 21 fourth-quarter points to force overtime and move to 1-1.
  • Backup Otto Kuhns entered in the second half and finished 13-of-20 for 173 yards and two touchdowns after Israel Carter started.
  • Evan Helfrich converted a 29-yard field goal in overtime after Virginia State’s 46-yard attempt at the end of regulation hit the crossbar.
  • Vick has said Israel Carter remains QB1 as he emphasizes fixing discipline following 16 penalties against Virginia State.
  • Norfolk State visits Rutgers on Sept. 13 with kickoff set for 3:30 p.m. on the Big Ten Network.