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WKU Hilltoppers vs Florida Atlantic Owls Wrap - Florida Atlantic Wins 34-15

Kerrith Whyte, Jr. tore up the turf for 163 rushing yards on Saturday to lead the Owls to a 34-15 win over the Hilltoppers at FAU Stadium.

Florida Atlantic was the ATS victor, as they covered the -18.0-point spread as a favorite. Over-Under bettors who played UNDER the total of 59.5 were rewarded at the payout window.

Kerrith Whyte, Jr. rushed for 163 yards, while Devin Singletary added 148 yards in the win. Tavaris Harrison and Jovon Durante added 94 and 79 receiving yards respectively.

Joshua Samuel rushed for 101 yards for WKU, while D'Andre Ferby added 22 yards. Steven Duncan threw for 228 yards for the Hilltoppers, while receivers Mik'Quan Deane and Quin Jernighan had 112 and 67 yards respectively.

WKU was outgained by Florida Atlantic 576-351 yards in Saturday's match, while the important battle of first downs was won 28-21 by the Owls.

Florida Atlantic led the time of possession tally, as the game finished as a 32:31-27:29 split in that important category.

Next game, Florida Atlantic takes its act on the road to face North Texas looking for another win. For WKU, they head home to face UTEP.