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Louisiana-Lafayette Defeats Texas State 44-34 - Recap

Levi Lewis threw for 332 yards to lead the Ragin' Cajuns over Texas State 44-34 on Saturday in Week 9 action at Jim Wacker Field at Bobcat Stadium.

Bettors who backed the Ragin' Cajuns were disappointed, as they failed to cover the closing number of -16.5. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 56.5.

Levi Lewis completed 22 of 32 pass attempts for 332 yards for the Ragin' Cajuns in the win.

Brock Sturges rushed for 128 yards for Texas State, while Calvin Hill added 24 yards. Brady McBride threw for 166 yards for the Bobcats, while receivers Marcell Barbee and Chandler Speights had 62 and 37 yards respectively.

Texas State lost the offensive yardage battle to Louisiana-Lafayette 614-382 yards in Saturday's game. Louisiana-Lafayette had more first downs as that total ended up 31-26.

The time of possession battle favored Louisiana-Lafayette as their offense was on the field for 33:06, longer than the 26:54 of their opponents.

Louisiana-Lafayette looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against Arkansas State. Texas State will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Appalachian State.