The Bethune-Cookman Wildcats clinched their first Florida Classic victory over FAMU since 2007, netting a big win in a contest widely seen as a battle for an at-large playoff invitation.B-CU topped the Rattlers 26-16 in a game that drew 60,218 fans.
In the miscues department, the Rattlers were flagged seven times for a total loss of 85 yards. They lalso ost two of three fumbles, including a crucial fumble on a broken play during which the Rattlers assumed they heard a whistle and stopped. B-CU continued on that play and recovered the ball from quarterback Damien Fleming. Additionally, the Rattlers tossed three interceptions, while picking off just pass in the game.
FAMU kicker Trevor Scott ended the season perfect on PATS, going 36-36, tying the 100 percent record of Maurice "Foot" Freeman. Freeman holds the edge with a perfect 40-for-40 made PATS in 1983.
The Rattlers finished the season with an overall record of 7-4 and 5-3 in Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference play, while B-CU came with an 8-3 overall record and 6-2 in the conference.