Montana seals 41-34 win with interception against Northern Arizona in OT

Montana edges Northern Arizona 41-34 in OT

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. — After scoring on the first play of scrimmage in overtime, Montana came up with an interception on Northern Arizona’s ensuing drive for a 41-34 win over the Lumberjacks in overtime Saturday.

On the first play of the extra session, Montana quarterback Andrew Selle found Tyler Palmer, who scampered in for a score.

The Lumberjacks responded with a 22-yard pass play to get it down to the 3-yard line. On the next play, Shann Schillinger intercepted NAU quarterback Michael Herrick to close the game.

Northern Arizona’s Matt Myers kicked a 47-yard field with three seconds remaining in regulation to send it to overtime.

Montana improved to 4-0 overall and 2-0 in the Big Sky Conference, while Northern Arizona fell to 1-2 and 0-1. The Grizzlies’ victory marked the 12th straight in the series, and the 21st in the last 22 matchups against the Lumberjacks.

(This version CORRECTS score in headline to Montana 41, Northern Arizona 34. )