ncaaf Game Recap
Jacksonville State Gamecocks vs Sam Houston State Bearkats Wrap - Jacksonville State Wins 35-28
Jacksonville State got a 129-yard performance from Malik Jackson as a key part of its 35-28 victory over the Bearkats on Thursday at Elliot T. Bowers Stadium.
The winning margin fell right on the closing number of -7.0, meaning the game was a push for bettors. Those betting OVER the total were also victorious as the final score equalled an OVER play.
Malik Jackson rushed for 129 yards, while Logan Smothers added 37 yards in the win. Michael Pettway and Perry Carter added 74 and 69 receiving yards respectively.
John Gentry rushed for 97 yards for Sam Houston State, while Landan Brown added 14 yards. Keegan Shoemaker threw for 285 yards for the Bearkats, while receivers Noah Smith and John Gentry had 97 and 85 yards respectively.
Jacksonville State was outgained by Sam Houston State 435-393 yards in Thursday's match, while the important battle of first downs was won 25-20 by the Bearkats.
The time of possession battle favored Sam Houston State as their offense was on the field for 42:24, longer than the 17:36 of their opponents.
Jacksonville State heads into a 6 battle against Middle Tennessee. Sam Houston State, meanwhile, will have their next action against Liberty.