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Georgia Southern Eagles vs UAB Blazers Wrap - UAB Wins 35-21

DeWayne McBride ran for 223 yards as UAB handled Georgia Southern by a score of 35-21 on Saturday at Protective Stadium.

The Blazers were a -12.0-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score dipped UNDER the total, which closed at 59.0.

DeWayne McBride rushed for 223 yards, while Jermaine Brown Jr. added 42 yards in the win. Ryan Davis and Tejhaun Palmer added 36 and 33 receiving yards respectively.

Jalen White rushed for 116 yards for Georgia Southern, while Gerald Green added 46 yards. Kyle Vantrease threw for 204 yards for the Eagles, while receivers Derwin Burgess Jr. and Jalen White had 48 and 40 yards respectively.

Georgia Southern outgained UAB 418-413 yards in the game, while the battle of first downs was won 23-21 by the Eagles.

Georgia Southern lost the time of possession battle 31:46-25:53, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.

UAB looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against Rice. Georgia Southern will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Ball State.