After fumbling on the first play of the game, the Angelo State University offense redeemed itself, and the Rams cruised to a 56-19 win over West Texas A&M to close out the 2024 regular season.

WTAMU did turn the early mishap into the game’s first points, but a dominant performance from junior quarterback Braeden Fuller kept ASU in control, while potentially helping the Rams secure the home-field advantage for the opening round of the Division II Playoffs next week.

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The balanced attack from Fuller, who was last week’s Lone Star Conference Offensive Player of the Week, included a 13-for-23 passing effort for 238 yards and four touchdowns, along with 15 rushing attempts for 187 yards and three more scores.

The only Angelo State touchdown Fuller did not have a part in was a 45-yard interception return by redshirt junior cornerback Andrew Pitts in the third quarter. The pick was the 22nd of his career, extending his record for the most interceptions in program history. 

The Rams finished the contest with 573 total yards (322 rushing, 251 passing) and closed their regular season with a 9-2 overall record. After opening the year with back-to-back losses, Angelo State rattled off nine consecutive wins, all in conference play.

ASU locked up the Lone Star Conference title last week with a win against Western Oregon, and the Rams ended their night against West Texas A&M by getting to hoist the trophy for the second time in three years. 

The playoff picture for Angelo State will become clearer during the 2024 NCAA Division II Football Playoff Selection Show, which will air on NCAA.com on Sunday at 6 p.m. Eastern.

That’s when 28 teams will be selected for this year’s playoff bracket, with the No. 1 team in each of the four super regions earning a first-round bye. The day will begin with 40 teams – 10 in each region – up for postseason consideration.  

In the latest American Football Coaches Association Division II Coaches Poll, Angelo State was ranked No. 21.

In the newest Division II regional rankings, ASU was fourth among the 10 teams up for consideration in Super Region Four.

2024 Season Ends For West Texas A&M

With the loss, West Texas A&M drops to 5-6 overall and 5-4 in conference play. Since the Buffaloes won’t be heading to the playoffs, their season comes to an end, marking a third consecutive losing campaign. 

The game was the final collegiate action for 33 team members. In their final home game last week, the Buffaloes defeated Midwestern State 17-12.

On Saturday, the Buffs compiled 225 total yards against Angelo State (119 passing, 106 rushing), but they were held scoreless in the second half.

The fumble recovery on the first play from scrimmage for Angelo State gave West Texas A&M a short field and a quick score, a 3-yard scramble by sophomore quarterback Kanon Gibson.

Gibson added a pair of touchdown passes in the second quarter, including the final score of the first half, to cut the halftime deficit to 35-19.

Gibson finished the game 9 of 20 for 119 yards, the two touchdowns and the interception. 

Senior running back Tre’Jon Henderson and junior RB Jamaal Joseph led the Buffaloes on the ground with 42 yards each, while senior wide receiver Tucker Swoboda was the leading receiver with four catches for 103 yards and a touchdown. 

The meeting between WTAMU and ASU in San Angelo on Saturday was the 38th contest between the two teams, with Angelo State now holding a 22-16 advantage in the series, including the three most recent showdowns. The Rams won the 2023 matchup in Canyon, Texas, 27-10.

If you missed any of the action as it happened, scroll down to see how it all unfolded:

Watch The Highlights From West Texas A&M Vs. Angelo State

Revisit the best parts of this memorable contest!

Final Stats From Angelo State's 56-19 Win Over West Texas A&M

Angelo State Runs Out Final Two Minutes, Defeats West Texas A&M 56-19

Angelo State defeats West Texas A&M 56-19.

The Rams improve to 9-2 on the season. WTAMU finishes the year 5-6.

Angelo State Misses Field Goal

The Angelo State offense slowed down for a drive and is forced to attempt a field goal. The 43-yard kick is no good.

Angelo State 56, West Texas A&M 19

There's just over nine minutes left in the game.

One More For Braeden Fuller And Angelo State

Fuller is unstoppable for the second consecutive week. 

Seven touchdown night for Braeden Fuller 😮‍💨#LSCFB | @LoneStarConf | @AngeloStateFB | @BraedenFuller2 pic.twitter.com/8bhB0l2w6z

— FloFootball (@FloFootball) November 17, 2024

Angelo State Extends Lead In Opening Seconds Of Fourth Quarter Against WTAMU

On the first play of the fourth quarter against West Texas A&M, Angelo State's Fuller throws a 16-yard touchdown pass to Dischler. Larson adds the extra point.

Fuller has accounted for seven touchdowns on the day - four through the air and three on the ground.

Angelo State 56, West Texas A&M 19

Third Quarter Ends Quietly For West Texas A&M And Angelo State

After two quick scores to start the second half of the West Texas A&M-Angelo State contest, the third quarter ended quickly and quietly.

Angelo State leads 49-19 heading into the final stanza.

Fuller Adds Sixth Touchdown Against West Texas A&M, Angelo State Leads 49-19

Fuller calls his own number again, this time rushing 23 yards for another touchdown. He has 184 yards and three touchdowns on 14 carries. He has thrown for another three scores on an 11-for-20 passing effort.

Larson adds the extra point.

Angelo State 49, West Texas A&M 19

Angelo State Interception Opens Second-Half Scoring Against West Texas A&M

Redshirt junior cornerback Andrew Pitts intercepts Gibson's pass and runs it back 45 yards to add to the Angelo State lead just over a minute into the second half. 

Larson adds the extra point to make it a 42-19 advantage for Angelo State. 

The pick is the 22nd career interception for Pitts, extending his ASU program record.

It was the first turnover of the game for WTAMU.

Second Half Underway In 2024 West Texas A&M-Angelo State Rivalry Game

West Texas A&M has the ball to start the second half against Angelo State.

First-Half Stats From West Texas A&M Vs. Angelo State 2024

First Half Concludes: ASU Leads WTAMU 35-19

After the first half of play, Angelo State leads West Texas A&M 35-19.

West Texas A&M Passing Game Can Get It Done, Too - Buffaloes Narrow Deficit To 35-19

Gibson goes through the air again, this time connecting with Swoboda for an 18-yard score. 

The two-point conversion attempt fails for WTAMU.

Angelo State 35, West Texas A&M 19

There's 1:23 left in the first half.

Angelo State Running Game Adds Touchdown, Rams Lead WTAMU 35-13

On this seven-play, 49-yard scoring drive, Angelo State keeps the ball on the ground and is able to burn some clock, while extending its lead to 35-13.

To cap the drive, Fuller runs it in from 1 yard out. Larson adds the extra point. 

Angelo State leads 35-13 with about seven minutes left in the first half.

Angelo State Goes Airborne, Extends Lead Over WTAMU To 28-13

Fuller continues his balanced attack for Angelo State, this time with a 53-yard touchdown pass to redshirt junior wide receiver Kyle Bradford. Larson adds the extra point. Angelo State leads 28-13.

The scoring drive was three plays for 65 yards.

Fuller is 7 of 11 for 151 yards and three touchdowns through the air and has 105 yards and a score on six rushing attempts.

West Texas A&M Offense Heating Up, Buffaloes Cut Into Angelo State Lead

Gibson connects with sophomore tight end Brennan Ray on a 5-yard pass to cut into the Angelo State lead early in the second quarter. The extra point attempt is blocked. 

Angelo State 21, West Texas A&M 13

The score was set up by a 67-yard pass from Gibson to senior receiver Tucker Swoboda that got the Buffaloes to the ASU 5-yard line.

Angelo State Opens Second Quarter Against WTAMU With Touchdown Pass

Angelo State wastes no time and scores on the first play of the second quarter against West Texas A&M.

Fuller connects with sophomore running back Cameron Dischler with a 15-yard floater to add to the ASU lead. Larson adds the extra point.

Angelo State 21, West Texas A&M 7

First Quarter Ends In West Texas A&M-Angelo State Matchup, ASU Leads 14-7

After the first quarter, Angelo State leads 14-7.

Check Out The Wheels On Braeden Fuller

Fuller runs it in from 80 yards out.

ANOTHER 80-YARD TOUCHDOWN RUN FROM BRAEDEN FULLER 😱#LSCFB | @LoneStarConf | @AngeloStateFB | @BraedenFuller2 pic.twitter.com/ngiZnaJATr

— FloFootball (@FloFootball) November 17, 2024

Angelo State Extends Lead With QB Touchdown Run

Fuller shows his speed and breaks free for an 80-yard touchdown to put the Rams ahead. Larson adds the extra point to make it 14-7.

Fuller is 4 of 5 for 49 yards passing, with a touchdown, and has run for 94 yards and a score, too.

That drive was three plays for 96 yards.

Watch The Angelo State Aerial Attack

Fuller to Sandolph - touchdown!

An absolute DIME from Braeden Fuller to Corey Sandolph 😮‍💨#LSCFB | @LoneStarConf | @AngeloStateFB pic.twitter.com/EcRPYz0ERT

— FloFootball (@FloFootball) November 17, 2024

Angelo State Answers With 33-Yard TD Pass, Ties Game Against West Texas A&M

Angelo State takes to the air, and junior quarterback Braeden Fuller connects with junior receiver Corey Sandolph on a 33-yard touchdown strike. Senior kicker Bradley Larson adds the extra point to tie the game.

West Texas A&M 7, Angelo State 7

Buffs Score First Against Angelo State

WTAMU takes advantage of the ASU mishap and scores the game's first points.

BUFFS STRIKE FIRST ‼️#LSCFB | @LoneStarConf | @WTAMUFootball pic.twitter.com/hdheWOzf2k

— FloFootball (@FloFootball) November 17, 2024

West Texas A&M Finds End Zone, Buffaloes Lead 7-0

West Texas A&M only needs a few plays to find the end zone, as sophomore quarterback Kanon Gibson scores the game's first points on a 3-yard QB keeper. Junior kicker Cason Polivoda adds the extra point.

It was three plays for 19 yards, and it took less than a minute. 

WTAMU 7, Angelo State 0

Watch WTAMU Force A Fumble On Angelo State's First Play

The Buffaloes immediately make their presence known in San Angelo.

West Texas forces a fumble on the opening play 👀👀#LSCFB | @LoneStarConf | @WTAMUFootball pic.twitter.com/KmQLCeLYmN

— FloFootball (@FloFootball) November 17, 2024

Angelo State Fumbles On First Play

Sophomore running back Jayden Jones fumbles on the first play of the game for Angelo State.

West Texas A&M recovers and gets the ball on the ASU 20.

West Texas A&M And Angelo State Underway!

WTAMU won the coin toss and deferred to the second half. The Buffaloes will kick off to Angelo State to start the contest. 

When Is The West Texas A&M Vs. Angelo State Football Game?

The West Texas A&M Buffaloes will take on the Angelo State Rams at LeGrand Stadium at 1st Community Credit Union Field, on Saturday, Nov. 16 at 7 p.m. Eastern/6 p.m. Central.

How To Watch The West Texas A&M Vs. Angelo State Football Game

Football action is streaming live on FloFootball and the FloSports app, including the West Texas A&M vs. Angelo State football game during Week 12 of the 2024 college football season.

Replays and postgame highlights also will be available on both platforms. 

Fast Fact: Angelo State

During their eight conference games so far this year, Angelo State has outscored its opponents 277-76, allowing only 9.5 points per game. 

ASU is averaging more than 120 yards of offense compared to their opponents, collecting 383 yards while allowing 258.1 per game.

The conference title was the fourth for the Rams in the Lone Star Conference (1978, 1984, 1987, 2022). They’re looking at the ninth playoff appearance in program history. 

Fast Fact: West Texas A&M

The Buffaloes are 7-11 all-time against Angelo State in San Angelo. The last time they went on the road to beat the Rams was 2018 (26-18).

Angelo State Cleans Up With Two LSC Honors

Winning the 2024 Lone Star Conference championship also earned Angelo State a pair of weekly honors for games played during the 10th week of action for the LSC teams. 

Junior quarterback Braeden Fuller was named Lone Star Conference Offensive Player of the Week for his 315-yard, three-touchdown performance against Western Oregon. It was his fourth time this year winning the award.

Angelo State senior linebacker Eric Rascoe was the LSC Defensive Player of the Week after 11 tackles, an interception, fumble recovery and half of a sack in the Rams’ title-winning contest.

See all the details HERE, along with a list of all weekly winners from the 2024 season.

About West Texas A&M Football

If West Texas A&M can get past Angelo State for the first time since 2021, the Buffaloes would pick up the 550th win in program history. The Buffaloes enter the final week of the season riding a two-game winning streak.

The Buffaloes are fourth in total offense (369.9 yards per game), fourth in rushing yards per contest (179.8), fifth in passing (190.1), fifth in points allowed per game (24.5) and seventh in the LSC in points per game (22).

Individually, senior running back Tre’Jon Henderson leads WTAMU in rushing yards, rolling up 702 net yards and three touchdowns on 142 attempts. That ranks sixth in the conference.

Senior Zorian Stanton has paced the receiving corps with 38 catches for 680 yards and six touchdowns, and that’s good for third among all eligible receivers in the conference. 

Junior Sean Johnson (eight games) and sophomore Kanon Gibson (five games) have combined for almost all of the pass attempts for the Buffaloes this season. Gibson has passed for 1,115 yards, while Johnson is responsible for 784. They have a combined 10 touchdown passes – 10 and four, respectively. 

How To Watch West Texas A&M Football Games In 2024

Lone Star Conference and WTAMU football home games will stream live on FloFootball and the FloSports app.

Game replays, highlights and breaking news will be posted on both platforms.

West Texas A&M Got The Job Done On Senior Night At Home

After this week’s game, West Texas A&M will say goodbye to 33 seniors. In their final home game, they got a 17-12 victory over Midwestern State. Read all about it:

Got the Job Done on Senior Night

Read More: https://t.co/hxsGuPNZY4#BuffNation | #HereWeCome pic.twitter.com/Ju3qFcHk54

— Buffalo Football (@WTAMUFootball) November 10, 2024

About Angelo State Football

Angelo State did not make the Division II Playoffs last season, so getting back into the 28-team bracket is a logical first goal that’s close to a done deal.

The Rams got back on top of the Lone Star Conference this year and look solid in the latest Division II regional rankings with a week to go. 

When Angelo State won the LSC in 2022, the Rams earned a first-round bye for the playoffs then went 1-1, seeing their season come to an end in the quarterfinals at the hands of eventual national runner-up, Colorado School of Mines (42-24).

Statistically, Angelo State hasn’t done anything eye-popping within the LSC this year, but the Rams’ third-best 29.6 points per game has been enough to roll through the conference untouched. After losing two nonconference games to kick off the 2024 campaign, ASU has made light work of the LSC contests.

The Angelo State rushing attack is sixth among the conference’s 10 teams, with junior quarterback Braeden Fuller leading the team with 461 net yards and seven touchdowns. 

Through the air, Fuller has completed 136 of 232 passes for 1,942 yards and 14 more scores. He leads the conference in total passing yards, is No. 2 with 194.2 yards per game and a 148.8 efficiency and has the second-most TD passes, just one behind the leader. He’s also the only Division II quarterback (with more than 200 passing attempts) without an interception this season.

The Angelo State defense has been stout, too, ranking No. 1 in the LSC in points given up per game (11.4).

How To Watch Angelo State Football Games In 2024

Lone Star Conference and Angelo State football home games will stream live on FloFootball and the FloSports app.

Game replays, highlights and breaking news will be posted on both platforms.

It’s Ring Season At Angelo State

Angelo State locked up the Lone Star Conference football title last week with a win over Western Oregon. Read more about it:

Ring SZN 📸.

Full game gallery --> https://t.co/vyqkUKebkG#𝓟𝓾𝓵𝓵𝓣𝓱𝓮𝓡𝓸𝓹𝓮 | #𝓦𝓲𝓷𝓣𝓱𝓮𝓓𝓪𝔂 pic.twitter.com/KCuKIMOLza

— Angelo State Football (@AngeloStateFB) November 11, 2024

West Texas A&M Football Schedule 2024

All Times Central

• Aug. 29: West Texas A&M 42, Sul Ross State 21 (W)
• Sept. 5: Colorado School of Mines 41, West Texas A&M 13 (L)
• Sept. 14: Western Colorado 26, West Texas A&M 17 (L)
• Sept. 21: Central Washington 45, West Texas A&M 3 (L)
• Sept. 28: Western Oregon 24, West Texas A&M 16 (L)
• Oct. 12: West Texas A&M 42, Western New Mexico 17 (W)
• Oct. 19: West Texas A&M 42, Eastern New Mexico 24 (W)
• Oct. 26: UT Permian Basin 21, West Texas A&M 7 (L)
• Nov. 2: West Texas A&M 21, Texas A&M-Kingsville 14 (W)
• Nov. 9: West Texas A&M 17, Midwestern State 12 (W)
• Nov. 16: West Texas A&M at Angelo State, 6 p.m. Central (FloSports)

Angelo State Football Schedule 2024

All Times Central

• Aug. 30: Fort Hays State 21, Angelo State 7 (L)
• Sept. 7: Emporia State 17, Angelo State 12 (L)
• Sept. 14: Angelo State 26, Eastern New Mexico 20 (W)
• Sept. 21: Angelo State 21, Western New Mexico 0 (W)
• Oct. 5: Angelo State 36, UT Permian Basin 7 (W)
• Oct. 12: Angelo State 38, Texas A&M-Kingsville 0 (W)
• Oct. 19: Angelo State 44, Midwestern State 7 (W)
• Oct. 26: Angelo State 57, Sul Ross State 10 (W)
• Nov. 2: Angelo State 17, Central Washington 16 (W)
• Nov. 9: Angelo State 38, Western Oregon 16 (W)
• Nov. 16: West Texas A&M at Angelo State, 6 p.m. Central (FloSports)

West Texas A&M University Football Roster For 2024

Here is where fans can find the West Texas A&M football roster.

Angelo State University Football Roster For 2024

Here is where fans can find the Angelo State football roster.

What Were Some Of The Division II Football Scores In Week 11 Of The 2024 Season?

Read more: NCAA Division II Football Scores In Week 11: No. 2 Ferris State Holds On

AFCA Division II Football Rankings For Week 12

1. Valdosta St. (Ga.) (25) 9-0
2. Ferris St. (Mich.) (5) 9-1
3. Kutztown (Pa.) 10-0
4. Harding (Ark.) 9-1
5. Grand Valley St. (Mich.) 9-1
6. Charleston (W.Va.) 10-0
7. Colorado St.-Pueblo 9-1
8. Central Oklahoma 9-1
9. Ouachita Baptist (Ark.) 9-1
10. Western Colorado 9-1
11. Slippery Rock (Pa.) 8-1
12. West Alabama 8-1
13. Pittsburg St. (Kan.) 7-2
14. Indianapolis (Ind.) 9-1
15. Augustana (S.D.) 8-2
16. West Florida 7-2
17. California (Pa.) 8-1
18. Minnesota St. 8-2
19. Carson-Newman (Tenn.) 9-1
20. Lenoir-Rhyne (N.C.) 8-2
21. Angelo St. (Tex.) 8-2
22. Findlay (Ohio) 9-1
23. Wingate (N.C.) 8-1
24. Colorado School of Mines 7-3
25. Central Washington 7-3

Dropped Out: Emporia St. (Kan.) (20)

Others Receiving Votes: Central Missouri, 25; Fort Hays St. (Kan.), 18; Southern Arkansas, 14; Emporia St. (Kan.), 9; New Haven (Conn.), 9; Miles (Ala.), 4; Saginaw Valley St. (Mich.), 4; Virginia Union, 2; Davenport (Mich.), 1; East Stroudsburg (Pa.), 1; Sioux Falls (S.D.), 1; Virginia St., 1.

To see the D2Football.com Top 25 Poll, click here.

NCAA Division II Football Regional Rankings

As of Nov. 9, 2024

Super Region One

1. Charleston (West Virginia) – 10-0 (In-region: 10-0)
2. Kutztown – 10-0 (In-region: 10-0)
3. California (Pennsylvania) – 8-1 (In-region: 8-1)
4. Slippery Rock – 8-1 (In-region: 8-1)
5. Findlay – 9-1 (In-region: 9-1)
6. East Stroudsburg – 9-1 (In-region: 9-1)
7. New Haven – 7-2 (In-region: 7-2)
8. Ashland – 7-3 (In-region: 7-3)
9. Assumption – 6-3 (In-region: 6-3)
10. Bentley – 7-2 (In-region: 7-2)

Super Region Two

1. Valdosta State – 9-0 (In-region: 9-0)
2. Wingate – 8-1 (In-region: 8-1)
3. West Alabama – 8-1 (In-region: 8-1)
4. Carson-Newman – 8-1 (In-region: 7-1)
5. Lenoir-Rhyne – 8-2 (In-region: 7-2)
6. Miles – 8-1 (In-region: 8-1)
7. Johnson C. Smith – 8-2 (In-region: 8-2)
8. West Florida – 7-2 (In-region: 6-1)
9. Virginia Union – 7-2 (In-region: 6-1)
10. Winston-Salem State – 7-2 (In-region: 6-2)

Super Region Three

1. Ferris State – 9-1 (In-region: 8-1)
2. Grand Valley State – 8-1 (In-region: 6-1)
3. Pittsburg State – 7-2 (In-region: 7-2)
4. Central Oklahoma – 8-1 (In-region: 8-1)
5. Ouachita Baptist – 9-1 (In-region: 9-1)
6. Harding – 9-1 (In-region: 9-1)
7. UIndy – 9-1 (In-region: 9-1)
8. Fort Hays State – 7-3 (In-region: 6-3)
9. Central Missouri – 7-3 (In-region: 7-3)
10. Saginaw Valley State – 7-3 (In-region: 7-3)

Super Region Four

1. Colorado State University Pueblo – 9-1 (In-region: 9-0)
2. Augustana (South Dakota) – 8-1 (In-region: 8-1)
3. Minnesota State Mankato – 8-2 (In-region: 8-2)
4. Angelo State – 8-2 (In-region: 8-0)
5. Western Colorado University – 9-1 (In-region: 9-1)
6. Central Washington – 7-2 (In-region: 7-2)
7. Bemidji State – 7-3 (In-region: 7-3)
8. Sioux Falls – 6-3 (In-region: 6-3)
9. Colorado Mesa – 7-3 (In-region: 7-3)
10. Colorado School of Mines – 7-3 (In-region: 7-3)

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