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Falcons Fall 49-45 Against Utah State - Game Recap
The Falcons had no answer for Calvin Tyler Jr. on Saturday as the Aggies rolled to a 49-45 win at Falcon Stadium.
Bettors who backed the Aggies were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +9.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 53.5.
Calvin Tyler Jr. rushed for 132 yards, while Andrew Peasley added 29 yards in the win. Deven Thompkins and Brandon Bowling added 188 and 136 receiving yards respectively.
Emmanuel Michel rushed for 133 yards for Air Force, while Brad Roberts added 113 yards. Haaziq Daniels threw for 182 yards for the Falcons, while receivers Micah Davis and Kyle Patterson had 110 and 59 yards respectively.
Air Force lost the offensive yardage battle to Utah State 628-619 yards in Saturday's game. Utah State had more first downs as that total ended up 26-23.
The time of possession battle favored Air Force as their offense was on the field for 33:59, longer than the 26:01 of their opponents.
Utah State looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against Boise State. Air Force will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Florida Atlantic.