ncaaf Game Recap
Warhawks vs Black Knights Final: 17-13 - Recap
Army was unable to contain Hunter Smith on Saturday and the result was a 17-13 Week 1 loss against the Warhawks.
Bettors who backed the Warhawks were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +8.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 47.0.
Hunter Smith rushed for 103 yards, while Isaiah Woullard added 56 yards in the win. Tyrone Howell and NyNy Davis added 67 and 24 receiving yards respectively.
Bryson Daily rushed for 67 yards for Army, while Ay'Jaun Marshall added 43 yards. Dewayne Coleman threw for -14 yards for the Black Knights, while receivers Liam Fortner and Isaiah Alston had 53 and 47 yards respectively.
Army was outgained by Louisiana-Monroe 299-283 yards in Saturday's match, while the important battle of first downs was won 15-14 by the Warhawks.
Louisiana-Monroe lost the time of possession battle 35:43-24:17, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.
Next game, Louisiana-Monroe takes its act home to face Lamar looking for another win. For Army, they head home to face Delaware State.