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Bobcats vs Panthers Final: 23-17 - Recap

Texas State earned a 23-17 victory over FIU on Saturday in Week 2 action at Riccardo Silva Stadium.

The Bobcats were a +2.0-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score dipped UNDER the total, which closed at 55.0.

Calvin Hill rushed for 72 yards, while Brady McBride added 53 yards in the win. Marcell Barbee and Javen Banks added 67 and 42 receiving yards respectively.

D'vonte Price rushed for 111 yards for FIU, while Lexington Joseph added 21 yards. Max Bortenschlager threw for 259 yards for the Panthers, while receivers Tyrese Chambers and Rivaldo Fairweather had 79 and 54 yards respectively.

The time of possession battle favored Texas State as their offense was on the field for 31:01, longer than the 28:59 of their opponents.

Texas State heads into a 3 battle against Incarnate Word. FIU, meanwhile, will have their next action against Texas Tech.