Niumatalolo admitted the Midshipmen, especially the seniors, were somewhat disappointed about not going away for the postseason. Navy has played bowl games in San Diego, San Francisco, Houston, Fort Worth and Charlotte over the years.
“I think the players would always like to go somewhere. That being said, I know they’re grateful to be in a bowl game and playing in their own stadium. Beggars can’t be choosers. We’re just happy to be playing another game,” Niumatalolo said. “It’s another opportunity to play at our stadium so we’ll try to finish on a positive note, send our seniors out the right way and secure a winning season.”
