Panthers Claw at Victory but Gamecocks Hold Strong in AmFirst Stadium Duel
In a closely contested battle at AmFirst Stadium, the Florida International Panthers faced off against the Jacksonville State Gamecocks, concluding with a nail-biting score of 31-34. The Panthers now stand at 3-7 for the season, while the Gamecocks improved their record to 7-3.
Game Highlights
The game was a showcase of offensive prowess and defensive tenacity from both teams. The Florida International Panthers demonstrated a balanced attack with 431 total yards, including 258 passing yards and 173 rushing yards. Keyone Jenkins led the passing game with an impressive performance, completing 21 out of 34 attempts for two touchdowns and achieving a quarterback rating of 144.92.
On the ground, Devonte Lyons stood out with his agility and speed, rushing for 88 yards on just twelve carries and scoring one touchdown. Shomari Lawrence also contributed significantly to the running game with one touchdown and a total of 43 rushing yards on eight attempts.
The defense had its moments as well, particularly Eddie Walls III who recorded two sacks and forced significant losses for Jacksonville State. Despite these efforts, penalties proved costly for FIU; they accumulated three penalties amounting to thirty-five penalty yards which impacted their momentum at crucial junctures.
Jacksonville State's resilience was evident as they managed to edge past FIU in scoring during both the second and fourth quarters. Their ability to capitalize on opportunities presented by turnovers and successfully execute in red zone situations played a key role in their victory.
Looking Ahead
As fans look forward to what's next after this heart-stopping encounter, attention turns towards Florida International Panthers' upcoming game against Kennesaw State Owls scheduled on November 23rd at Fifth Third Stadium in Kennesaw. This match promises another exciting chapter in college football that fans can catch live on ESPN+.
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