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East Carolina Pirates vs Cincinnati Bearcats Recap - Bearcats Win 56-6

Desmond Ridder threw for 335 yards to lead the Bearcats over East Carolina 56-6 on Friday in Week 13 action at Nippert Stadium.

Bettors who backed the Bearcats were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -15.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 49.5.

Desmond Ridder completed 20 of 29 pass attempts for 335 yards for the Bearcats in the win.

Trace Christian rushed for 25 yards for East Carolina, while Hussein Howe added 23 yards. Holton Ahlters threw for 184 yards for the Pirates, while receivers Mydreon Vines and Trevon Brown had 71 and 45 yards respectively.

Cincinnati outgained East Carolina 641-303 yards in the game, while the battle of first downs was won 25-12 by the Bearcats.

Cincinnati led the time of possession tally, as the game finished as a 35:49-24:11 split in that important category.