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Jacksonville State Gamecocks vs Kennesaw State Owls: Top Performers and Predictions

The upcoming football game between the Jacksonville State Gamecocks and the Kennesaw State Owls is set to take place on October 2, 2021, at the Fifth Third Bank Stadium in Kennesaw, Georgia. The game will be broadcasted on ESPN+ for fans to enjoy.


Sep 11, 2021; Tallahassee, Florida, USA; Jacksonville State Gamecocks quarterback Zerrick Cooper (6) looks to throw during the fourth quarter against the Florida State Seminoles at Doak S. Campbell Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Melina Myers-USA TODAY Sports

Based on the player statistics from their previous three games, several standout performers can be identified for both teams. For the Jacksonville State Gamecocks, quarterback Zerrick Cooper has been exceptional with 318 passing yards, a completion percentage of 61.5%, two touchdowns, and zero interceptions in his last game. Running back Matt LaRoche has also been impressive with 7 rushing yards per carry and an average of 2.3 yards after contact. Wide receiver Ahmad Edwards has been a reliable target for Cooper, recording 87 receiving yards and an average of 14.5 yards per catch.


On the defensive side, linebacker Marshall Clark has stood out with four tackles and three assists in his previous game. Defensive back Nicario Harper has contributed with three tackles, two assists, and one forced fumble. Additionally, cornerback Malik Feaster has shown his skills with three tackles and two assists.


For the Kennesaw State Owls, running back Kyle Glover has been a force to be reckoned with, averaging 6.5 yards per carry and scoring one touchdown in his last game. Quarterback DeAngelo Hardy has shown promise with 75 passing yards and a completion percentage of 83.3%. Wide receiver Will Haigler has been a reliable target for Hardy, recording six receptions for a total of 6 yards.


Defensively, defensive lineman Tyler Moore has made an impact with one tackle and one assist in his previous game. Linebacker Jalen Barnum has also contributed with two tackles and one assist.


Based on the performance of these top players, it is clear that the Jacksonville State Gamecocks have a strong offensive lineup, led by quarterback Zerrick Cooper and supported by running back Matt LaRoche and wide receiver Ahmad Edwards. The Kennesaw State Owls will rely on running back Kyle Glover and quarterback DeAngelo Hardy to make an impact in the game.


Considering the average statistics of the players over the last three games, Zerrick Cooper has thrown for an average of 242 passing yards per game with a completion percentage of 44.7%. Matt LaRoche has averaged 5.8 rushing yards per carry, while Ahmad Edwards has averaged 14.5 receiving yards per catch.


In conclusion, the upcoming game between the Jacksonville State Gamecocks and the Kennesaw State Owls promises to be an exciting matchup. The top performers from both teams, including Zerrick Cooper, Matt LaRoche, Ahmad Edwards for Jacksonville State, and Kyle Glover, DeAngelo Hardy for Kennesaw State are expected to have a significant impact on the outcome of the game. Fans can look forward to an intense battle between these two talented teams.


Make sure to mark your calendars for October 2nd at 7:00 PM UTC and tune in to ESPN+ to catch all the action live from Fifth Third Bank Stadium in Kennesaw, Georgia.

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