ncaaf Game Recap
Recap - Trojans Defeat South Alabama 31-24
The Trojans were Week 10 winners on Saturday, coming out on top of the Jaguars by a score of 31-24 at Larry Blakeney Field at Veterans Memorial Stadium.
Troy was a favorite by -3.5 points and came through with an ATS victory for bettors. The game went OVER the consensus closing total of 47.5.
B.J. Smith rushed for 49 yards, while Tez Johnson added 31 yards in the win. Luke Whittemore and Tez Johnson added 59 and 46 receiving yards respectively.
Terrion Avery rushed for 75 yards for South Alabama, while Desmond Trotter added 43 yards. Desmond Trotter threw for 138 yards for the Jaguars, while receivers Jalen Tolbert and Lincoln Sefcik had 65 and 55 yards respectively.
Troy was outgained by South Alabama 335-308 yards in Saturday's match, while the important battle of first downs was won 23-17 by the Jaguars.
Troy lost the time of possession battle 36:25-23:35, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.
Troy heads into a Week 11 battle against Louisiana-Lafayette. South Alabama, meanwhile, will have their next action against Appalachian State.