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Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders vs Sam Houston State Bearkats Wrap - Sam Houston State Wins 23-20

Simeon Evans was good for 110 receiving yards on Saturday as the Bearkats grabbed a 23-20 win over the Blue Raiders at Elliot T. Bowers Stadium.

The Bearkats were a +3.5-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score dipped UNDER the total, which closed at 51.0.

John Gentry rushed for 67 yards, while Simeon Evans added 9 yards in the win. Simeon Evans and Malik Phillips added 110 and 28 receiving yards respectively.

Frank Peasant rushed for 29 yards for Middle Tennessee, while Jaiden Credle added 18 yards. Nicholas Vattiato threw for 241 yards for the Blue Raiders, while receivers Zack Dobson and DJ England-Chisolm had 98 and 48 yards respectively.

Sam Houston State lost the offensive yardage battle to Middle Tennessee 342-284 yards in Saturday's game. Sam Houston State had more first downs as that total ended up 20-18.

Middle Tennessee lost the time of possession battle 30:58-29:02, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.