ncaaf Game Recap
Blazers vs Cougars Final: 31-28 - Recap
UAB got a 183-yard performance from DeWayne McBride as a key part of its 31-28 victory over the Cougars on Saturday at Independence Stadium.
Bettors who backed the Blazers were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +5.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 54.5.
DeWayne McBride rushed for 183 yards, while Jermaine Brown Jr. added 47 yards in the win. Ryan Davis and Tejhaun Palmer added 50 and 48 receiving yards respectively.
Tyler Allgeier rushed for 192 yards for BYU, while Puka Nacua added 20 yards. Baylor Romney threw for 195 yards for the Cougars, while receivers Gunner Romney and Masen Wake had 55 and 55 yards respectively.
BYU lost the offensive yardage battle to UAB 412-394 yards in Saturday's game. UAB had more first downs as that total ended up 23-17.
The time of possession battle favored UAB as their offense was on the field for 35:27, longer than the 24:33 of their opponents.