ncaaf Game Recap
Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks vs Georgia Southern Eagles Wrap - Georgia Southern Wins 38-28
The Warhawks had no answer for Jalen White on Saturday as the Eagles rolled to a 38-28 win at Allen E. Paulson Stadium.
Georgia Southern did not, however, defeat the Warhawks against the spread, which closed at -16.5 at most sportsbooks. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go OVER the closing number of 60.0.
Jalen White rushed for 164 yards, while OJ Arnold added 32 yards in the win. Khaleb Hood and Derwin Burgess Jr. added 98 and 72 receiving yards respectively.
Isaiah Woullard rushed for 27 yards for Louisiana-Monroe, while Hunter Smith added 23 yards. Jiya Wright threw for 81 yards for the Warhawks, while receivers Bugs Mortimer and NyNy Davis had 135 and 78 yards respectively.
Georgia Southern lost the offensive yardage battle to Louisiana-Monroe 429-417 yards in Saturday's game. Georgia Southern had more first downs as that total ended up 24-17.
The time of possession battle favored Georgia Southern as their offense was on the field for 31:29, longer than the 28:30 of their opponents.
Georgia Southern looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against Georgia State. Louisiana-Monroe will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Arkansas State.