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Bobcats Down South Alabama 27-20 - Match Report
The Bobcats grabbed a Week 2 victory over the Jaguars on Saturday, winning 27-20 at Peden Stadium.
Bettors who backed the Bobcats were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +1.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 55.0.
Anthony Tyus III rushed for 74 yards, while Rickey Hunt Jr. added 73 yards in the win. Chase Hendricks and Rodney Harris II added 65 and 43 receiving yards respectively.
Fluff Bothwell rushed for 70 yards for South Alabama, while Kentrel Bullock added 28 yards. Bishop Davenport threw for 226 yards for the Jaguars, while receivers Devin Voisin and Jamaal Pritchett had 77 and 67 yards respectively.
South Alabama was outgained by Ohio 404-335 yards in Saturday's match, while the important battle of first downs was won 20-18 by the Bobcats.
South Alabama lost the time of possession battle 32:17-27:43, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.
Ohio heads into a Week 3 battle against Morgan State. South Alabama, meanwhile, will have their next action against Northwestern State.