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Golden Eagles Fall 34-17 Against Mississippi State - Game Recap
The Golden Eagles came up short against the Bulldogs in Week 1 action on Saturday, falling 34-17 at Carlisle-Faulkner Field at M.M. Roberts Stadium.
Mississippi State won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -14.0-point spread as favorites. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go UNDER the closing number of 59.5.
Davon Booth rushed for 79 yards, while Fluff Bothwell added 43 yards in the win. Brenen Thompson and Seydou Traore added 92 and 77 receiving yards respectively.
Braylon Braxton rushed for 58 yards for Southern Miss, while Robert Briggs added 18 yards. Braylon Braxton threw for 199 yards for the Golden Eagles, while receivers Jeffery Pittman and Carl Chester had 52 and 52 yards respectively.
Southern Miss was outgained by Mississippi State 465-301 yards in Saturday's match, while the important battle of first downs was won 23-18 by the Bulldogs.
Southern Miss lost the time of possession battle 30:21-29:39, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.
Mississippi State looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against Arizona State. Southern Miss will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Jackson State.