Sam Houston State Bearkats Fall to Wildcats at Elliott T. Bowers Stadium

In a contest that saw the Sam Houston State Bearkats face off against the Wildcats, the home team's record moved to 5-4 while their opponents improved to 7-4. The final scoreline read 45-28 in favor of the visiting Wildcats.

The game, held at Elliott T. Bowers Stadium, drew an attendance of 7592 fans who witnessed a challenging day for the Bearkats. Despite a valiant effort, they were unable to secure victory on their home turf. The Bearkats' passing game accumulated 319 yards with a completion rate of fifty percent and two touchdowns but was marred by two interceptions. Their rushing attack was stifled, managing only 43 yards across twenty attempts and scoring twice with an average gain of just over two yards per carry.

The receiving corps had moments of success with receptions totaling 319 yards; one highlight being a long catch for sixty yards which contributed significantly to their yardage total for the day. However, they were unable to convert these efforts into sustained drives or points on every occasion.

Special teams provided mixed results for the Bearkats as well; while kick returns amassed twenty-six yards over three attempts, punt returns resulted in negative yardage due to one return losing three yards.

Penalties also hindered progress with five infractions costing them thirty yards and only contributing one first down as a result of those penalties.

Defensively, it was tough going for the Sam Houston State team who did not record any sacks or tackles for loss during this matchup but did manage an interception amidst their defensive efforts.

On special teams kicking duties were flawless in execution with extra point kicks achieving a hundred percent success rate from two attempts but no field goal attempts were made throughout the game duration.