ncaaf Game Recap
Cavaliers vs Cardinals Final: 31-17 - Recap
Virginia earned a 31-17 victory over Louisville on Saturday in Week 11 action at David A. Harrison III Field at Scott Stadium.
Virginia won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -5.5-point spread as favorites. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go UNDER the closing number of 63.0.
Brennan Armstrong rushed for 60 yards, while Shane Simpson added 50 yards in the win. Lavel Davis Jr. and Terrell Jana added 74 and 46 receiving yards respectively.
Malik Cunningham rushed for 197 yards for Louisville, while Jalen Mitchell added 76 yards. Malik Cunningham threw for 161 yards for the Cardinals, while receivers Dez Fitzpatrick and Marshon Ford had 71 and 46 yards respectively.
Louisville outgained Virginia 478-368 yards in the game, while the battle of first downs was won 21-18 by the Cavaliers.
Louisville lost the time of possession battle 30:32-29:28, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.
Virginia heads into a Week 12 battle against Abilene Christian. Louisville, meanwhile, will have their next action against Syracuse.