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Colorado State Defeats Middle Tennessee 31-23 - Recap

Brayden Fowler-Nicolosi's 321-yard performance through the air was the key in Colorado State's 31-23 win over Middle Tennessee on Saturday at Johnny (Red) Floyd Stadium.

Bettors who backed the Rams were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +3.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 49.5.

Brayden Fowler-Nicolosi completed 30 of 43 pass attempts for 321 yards for the Rams in the win.

Nicholas Vattiato rushed for 47 yards for Middle Tennessee, while Jaiden Credle added 46 yards. Nicholas Vattiato threw for 279 yards for the Blue Raiders, while receivers Holden Willis and Elijah Metcalf had 118 and 95 yards respectively.

Colorado State was outgained by Middle Tennessee 430-378 yards in Saturday's match, while the important battle of first downs was won 26-18 by the Blue Raiders.

Middle Tennessee led the time of possession tally, as the game finished as a 33:57-26:03 split in that important category.

Next game, Colorado State takes its act home to face Dixie State looking for another win. For Middle Tennessee, they head on the road to face WKU.