ncaaf Game Recap
Texas State Bobcats vs Southern Miss Golden Eagles Wrap - Texas State Wins 50-36
The Golden Eagles were burned by Joey Hobert for 126 receiving yards on Saturday as the Bobcats picked up a 50-36 win at Carlisle-Faulkner Field at M.M. Roberts Stadium.
Texas State was the ATS victor, as they covered the -6.5-point spread as a favorite. Over-Under bettors who played OVER the total of 60.0 were rewarded at the payout window.
Ismail Mahdi rushed for 89 yards, while Donerio Davenport added 73 yards in the win. Joey Hobert and Ashtyn Hawkins added 126 and 101 receiving yards respectively.
Frank Gore Jr. rushed for 123 yards for Southern Miss, while Rodrigues Clark added 83 yards. Billy Wiles threw for 275 yards for the Golden Eagles, while receivers Latreal Jones and Tiaquelin Mims had 124 and 45 yards respectively.
Texas State was outgained by Southern Miss 510-417 yards in Saturday's match, while the important battle of first downs was won 30-22 by the Golden Eagles.
Texas State lost the time of possession battle 36:24-23:36, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.
Texas State heads into a 6 battle against Louisiana-Lafayette. Southern Miss, meanwhile, will have their next action against Old Dominion.