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UTEP Miners vs WKU Hilltoppers Recap - Hilltoppers Win 44-17
Easton Messer was good for 106 receiving yards on Thursday as the Hilltoppers grabbed a 44-17 win over the Miners at Houchens Industries-L.T. Smith Stadium.
WKU was the ATS victor, as they covered the -19.5-point spread as a favorite. Over-Under bettors who played OVER the total of 56.0 were rewarded at the payout window.
Elijah Young rushed for 60 yards, while George Hart III added 55 yards in the win. Easton Messer and Kisean Johnson added 106 and 82 receiving yards respectively.
Ezell Jolly rushed for 119 yards for UTEP, while Skyler Locklear added 23 yards. Cade McConnell threw for 96 yards for the Miners, while receivers Kenny Odom and Trey Goodman had 76 and 41 yards respectively.
UTEP lost the offensive yardage battle to WKU 482-330 yards in Thursday's game. WKU had more first downs as that total ended up 20-18.
WKU lost the time of possession battle 30:23-29:37, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.
WKU looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against Sam Houston State. UTEP will aim to get back on the winning track vs. FIU.