UMass shocks Rutgers: By the numbers as Minutemen snap nation's longest losing streak to FBS opponents

UMass ended the nation's longest losing streak against FBS opponents by defeating Rutgers, despite entering the game as 29.5-point underdogs. The Minutemen had gone 0-12 last season, making the upset victory a significant milestone for the program. The win was described 'by the numbers,' highlighting the statistical improbability of UMass pulling off the shock result.