Navy got the first break of the second half, but was unable to capitalize. After being forced to punt on their opening drive, Army fumbled the punt return and Navy recovered on the Army 46 yard line. Army's defense came up big and forced a three-and-out for the Mids.
Army was forced to punt on their next series, but forced and recovered a Navy fumble on their second play. Army was able to drive to the Navy four yard line, but was forced to kick a 21 yard field goal to take the lead 13-10.
Both teams were forced to punt on the next drives and Army leads by three and the end of the third quarter.