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Recap - Bobcats Defeat Rice 45-21
Ismail Mahdi scampered through the Rice defense for 122 yards as Texas State handed the Owls a 45-21 defeat on Tuesday at Gerald J. Ford Stadium.
Bettors who backed the Bobcats 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 58.0.
Ismail Mahdi rushed for 122 yards, while Jahmyl Jeter added 36 yards in the win. Ashtyn Hawkins and Kole Wilson added 55 and 50 receiving yards respectively.
Dean Connors rushed for 64 yards for Rice, while Luke McCaffrey added 16 yards. AJ Padgett threw for 85 yards for the Owls, while receivers Elijah Mojarro and Luke McCaffrey had 35 and 29 yards respectively.
Rice was outgained by Texas State 300-197 yards in Tuesday's match, while the important battle of first downs was won 16-15 by the Owls.
Rice lost the time of possession battle 30:17-28:32, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.