Sam Houston State Bearkats Edge Out Dukes at Elliott T. Bowers Stadium
In a closely contested match at Elliott T. Bowers Stadium, the Sam Houston State Bearkats maintained their undefeated streak with a 10-0 record, narrowly defeating the James Madison Dukes who now stand at 5-1. The final score of the game was 38-35 in favor of the home team.
The Sam Houston State Bearkats showcased a resilient performance on their home turf against the Dukes. Despite trailing by 24 points after the second quarter, they mounted an impressive comeback in the third quarter by scoring 28 points while holding their opponents to just three points. The Bearkats' defense was formidable, recording five sacks and eleven tackles for loss among their total sixty tackles.
On offense, Sam Houston State's passing game contributed significantly with one touchdown and an average of over eight yards per attempt for a total of two hundred eighteen yards through the air. Their rushing attack added another dimension to their game plan with three touchdowns and one hundred fourteen yards on thirty-two attempts.
Special teams also played a pivotal role in this encounter; notably, one punt return resulted in an eighty-yard touchdown contributing to a total return yardage of one hundred five yards for the Bearkats. Their field goal unit was perfect on the day as well, successfully converting their only attempt from twenty-nine yards out.
The James Madison Dukes had moments of brilliance but ultimately could not sustain their early lead. They managed to score thirty-five points against a stout Sam Houston State defense but were unable to contain them when it mattered most.
Looking ahead, fans can anticipate another exciting matchup as the Sam Houston State Bearkats will face off against South Dakota State Jackrabbits at Toyota Stadium in Frisco, Texas. This upcoming event is scheduled for May 16th at 1:00 PM local time and will be broadcasted live on ABC network channels for viewers eager to follow all action-packed moments as they unfold live from Frisco.