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Recap - Owls Defeat FIU 58-21

N'Kosi Perry's 329-yard performance through the air was the key in Florida Atlantic's 58-21 win over FIU on Saturday at FAU Stadium.

Florida Atlantic was a favorite by -10.5 points and came through with an ATS victory for bettors. The game went OVER the consensus closing total of 52.0.

N'Kosi Perry completed 18 of 21 pass attempts for 329 yards for the Owls in the win.

EJ Wilson Jr. rushed for 37 yards for FIU, while D'vonte Price added 34 yards. Max Bortenschlager threw for 263 yards for the Panthers, while receivers Tyrese Chambers and Kris Mitchell had 79 and 68 yards respectively.

FIU lost the offensive yardage battle to Florida Atlantic 704-388 yards in Saturday's game. Florida Atlantic had more first downs as that total ended up 30-16.

FIU lost the time of possession battle 33:21-26:39, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.

Florida Atlantic heads into a Week 6 battle against UAB. FIU, meanwhile, will have their next action against Charlotte.