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Pirates Fall 20-17 Against South Carolina - Game Recap

East Carolina was unable to slow down Josh Vann, who produced 116 receiving yards as the Gamecocks defeated the Pirates 20-17 on Saturday.

South Carolina was the ATS victor, as they covered the -2.5-point spread as a favorite. Over-Under bettors who played UNDER the total of 56.5 were rewarded at the payout window.

Juju McDowell rushed for 71 yards, while Kevin Harris added 33 yards in the win. Josh Vann and Jaheim Bell added 116 and 48 receiving yards respectively.

Rahjai Harris rushed for 70 yards for East Carolina, while Keaton Mitchell added 42 yards. Tyler Snead threw for 75 yards for the Pirates, while receivers Jsi Hatfield and Tyler Snead had 90 and 35 yards respectively.

South Carolina outgained East Carolina 323-263 yards in the game, while the battle of first downs was won 15-12 by the Gamecocks.

South Carolina led the time of possession tally, as the game finished as a 31:01-28:42 split in that important category.

South Carolina looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against Georgia. East Carolina will aim to get back on the winning track at Marshall.