ncaaf Game Recap
Panthers Down Marshall 41-24 - Match Report
The Thundering Herd had no answer for Marcus Carroll on Saturday as the Panthers rolled to a 41-24 win at Center Parc Stadium.
Bettors who backed the Panthers were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -1.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 53.5.
Marcus Carroll rushed for 159 yards, while Darren Grainger added 62 yards in the win. Tailique Williams and Robert Lewis added 129 and 36 receiving yards respectively.
Rasheen Ali rushed for 103 yards for Marshall, while Ethan Payne added 46 yards. Cam Fancher threw for 301 yards for the Thundering Herd, while receivers Rasheen Ali and Darryle Simmons had 71 and 66 yards respectively.
Georgia State outgained Marshall 474-457 yards in the game, while the battle of first downs was won 25-23 by the Panthers.
The time of possession battle favored Georgia State as their offense was on the field for 35:17, longer than the 24:43 of their opponents.
Next game, Georgia State takes its act on the road to face Louisiana-Lafayette looking for another win. For Marshall, they head home to face James Madison.