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Blue Raiders Down LA Tech 31-23 - Match Report

The Bulldogs were burned by Holden Willis for 103 receiving yards on Tuesday as the Blue Raiders picked up a 31-23 win at Johnny (Red) Floyd Stadium.

Middle Tennessee won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -3.0-point spread as favorites. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go UNDER the closing number of 55.0.

Jaiden Credle rushed for 65 yards, while Terry Wilkins added 31 yards in the win. Holden Willis and Elijah Metcalf added 103 and 59 receiving yards respectively.

Tyre Shelton rushed for 39 yards for LA Tech, while Charvis Thornton added 22 yards. Jack Turner threw for 162 yards for the Bulldogs, while receivers Smoke Harris and Cyrus Allen had 129 and 103 yards respectively.

Middle Tennessee lost the offensive yardage battle to LA Tech 419-353 yards in Tuesday's game. LA Tech had more first downs as that total ended up 26-19.

Middle Tennessee lost the time of possession battle 31:01-28:59, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.

Middle Tennessee heads into a Week 8 battle against Liberty. LA Tech, meanwhile, will have their next action against New Mexico State.