ncaaf Game Recap
Hilltoppers vs Blue Raiders Final: 49-21 - Recap
WKU's aerial attack produced 398 yards and the Hilltoppers produced a 49-21 victory over Middle Tennessee on Saturday at Johnny (Red) Floyd Stadium.
Bettors who backed the Hilltoppers were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -7.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 54.0.
Caden Veltkamp completed 27 of 30 pass attempts for 398 yards for the Hilltoppers in the win.
Nicholas Vattiato rushed for 21 yards for Middle Tennessee, while Jaiden Credle added 19 yards. Nicholas Vattiato threw for 456 yards for the Blue Raiders, while receivers Omari Kelly and Holden Willis had 239 and 73 yards respectively.
Middle Tennessee lost the offensive yardage battle to WKU 631-514 yards in Saturday's game. WKU had more first downs as that total ended up 30-21.
The time of possession battle favored WKU as their offense was on the field for 31:22, longer than the 28:38 of their opponents.
WKU heads into a 4 battle against Toledo. Middle Tennessee, meanwhile, will have their next action against Duke.