ncaaf Game Recap
Warhawks Fall 31-17 Against Arkansas State - Game Recap
Arkansas State earned a 31-17 victory over Louisiana-Monroe on Saturday in Week 12 action at Centennial Bank Stadium.
Arkansas State won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -7.5-point spread as favorites. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go UNDER the closing number of 68.0.
Marcel Murray rushed for 94 yards, while Warren Wand added 48 yards in the win. Kirk Merritt and Kendrick Edwards added 89 and 68 receiving yards respectively.
Caleb Evans rushed for 34 yards for Louisiana-Monroe, while Derrick Gore added 18 yards. Caleb Evans threw for 218 yards for the Warhawks, while receivers Marcus Green and Josh Pederson had 69 and 60 yards respectively.
Louisiana-Monroe was outgained by Arkansas State 404-276 yards in Saturday's match, while the important battle of first downs was won 20-16 by the Red Wolves.
The time of possession battle favored Arkansas State as their offense was on the field for 33:59, longer than the 26:01 of their opponents.
Arkansas State looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against Texas State. Louisiana-Monroe will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Louisiana-Lafayette.