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49ers vs Panthers Final: 45-33 - Recap
Charlotte earned a 45-33 victory over FIU on Friday in Week 6 action at Riccardo Silva Stadium.
Bettors who backed the 49ers were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -3.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 60.5.
Shadrick Byrd rushed for 80 yards, while Calvin Camp added 66 yards in the win. Victor Tucker and Grant DuBose added 92 and 73 receiving yards respectively.
D'vonte Price rushed for 89 yards for FIU, while Kaylan Wiggins added 21 yards. Max Bortenschlager threw for 466 yards for the Panthers, while receivers Tyrese Chambers and Bryce Singleton had 201 and 65 yards respectively.
Charlotte was outgained by FIU 538-378 yards in Friday's match, while the important battle of first downs was won 23-18 by the 49ers.
The time of possession battle favored Charlotte as their offense was on the field for 35:25, longer than the 24:35 of their opponents.
Next game, Charlotte takes its act home to face Florida Atlantic looking for another win. For FIU, they head home to face WKU.