After that dramatic loss to Iowa State Sam Houston looked to bounce back against UTEP.
Welp that didn’t happen as the Bearkats lose 42-35 at home.
The game started out nice as the Bearkats had a 14-7 lead and had 2 interceptions on defense but then it went down hill in the 2nd quarter by the time it hit the 3rd they were down 35-14 after a fumble returned for a td and a pick six. Hunter Watson threw 3 interceptions but also 4 tds.
The defense had those two interceptions and only gave up 28 points but it wasn’t enough they couldn’t get enough stops down the stretch.
There was a potential comeback the Bearkats scored twice to cut it to now 42-28 they got a onside kick and drove down to be down by 7 on the next onside attempt the ball went 8 yards and died in the grass and illegal touching was called thus ending the game “They gave great effort” Coach Vic said “It just wasn’t enough”
Huntsville, TX – The UTEP Raiders pulled off a hard-fought victory against Sam Houston State, winning 42-35 on the road in a contest marked by turnovers and strong defensive plays.
Turnovers proved to be the crucial factor in the Raiders’ triumph, as the defense scored two touchdowns, shifting the momentum in their favor. Despite being out gained offensively, the Raiders made the most of their possessions, with Sam Houston State accumulating 459 total yards compared to UTEP’s 343.
A standout performance came from sophomore Strong Safety Xavier Smith, who delivered a monster game that will surely be remembered. Smith totaled 11 tackles, including 1 tackle for loss, half a sack, 2 interceptions, and a fumble recovery, which he returned for a touchdown. His dynamic playmaking was a game-changer and highlighted his growing importance in the Raiders’ secondary.
On the offensive side, the Raiders showcased an efficient running game with contributions from multiple players. Corey Wren led the way with 9 carries for 56 yards and two touchdowns, while Jevon Jackson added 12 carries for 83 yards and a touchdown of his own. This balanced attack kept the Sam Houston State defense on its heels and allowed UTEP to capitalize on critical opportunities.
After the game, Head Coach AK expressed his satisfaction with the win, stating, “It was great to come away with the victory, but there is still plenty of room for improvement on both sides of the ball. We need to tighten things up defensively and execute better on offense to compete at the highest level.”
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