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Clash at Albertsons Stadium: Wyoming Cowboys vs Kent State Golden Flashes in College Football Showdown

As the Wyoming Cowboys gear up to face the Kent State Golden Flashes at Albertsons Stadium, fans are holding their breath for what promises to be a riveting encounter. The Cowboys' recent form has been a mixed bag, but there's more than meets the eye when it comes to predicting outcomes in college football.


Oct 26, 2019; Laramie, WY, USA; Wyoming Cowboys quarterback Tyler Vander Waal (18) against the Nevada Wolf Pack during the fourth quarter at Jonah Field War Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Babbitt-USA TODAY Sports

In their last game on November 27 against Hawaii Warriors, the Cowboys fell short, scoring 14 points to Hawaii's 38. Despite this loss, there were glimpses of potential that could be harnessed against Kent State. The punting game was solid with an average of 41 yards across five attempts and two punts inside the 20-yard line. Defensively, they managed one sack and one interception but will need to tighten up as they allowed Hawaii too much room to maneuver.


However, looking back at their performance on November 21 against Utah State Aggies offers a glimmer of hope. Scoring an impressive 44 points and securing a win over an opponent with a strong record suggests that when the WYO offense clicks, it can be explosive. They amassed over 600 total yards with both passing and rushing contributing significantly – showcasing versatility in offense.


The rushing attack was particularly dominant with an average of over seven yards per carry and two touchdowns – one being a staggering 98-yard run which is bound to have boosted team morale. Their defense also stepped up by forcing turnovers including two fumble recoveries and an interception.


Yet consistency remains WYO's Achilles heel as evidenced by their performance on November 13 at Albertsons Stadium itself against Boise State Broncos where they only managed to put up 13 points while conceding 23. Their possession time was lower than usual which limited opportunities for scoring plays.


For WYO fans looking ahead optimistically towards December’s matchup against KNT, it’s clear that maximizing possession time will be crucial alongside capitalizing on red zone appearances – areas where they've shown proficiency before.


The upcoming game is scheduled for December 21st at Albertsons Stadium in Boise with kickoff slated for an evening start time of approximately half past eight local time (8:30 PM). Fans eager not to miss any action should tune into ESPN satellite channel number two hundred six where live coverage will unfold as these collegiate teams battle it out under Idaho’s night sky.

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