Kansas State rolled into West Virginia with a new found confidence that was short lived. The Wildcats found themselves up 14-0 in the first quarter after a long scamper by Dylan Edwards for a TD followed up by a defense stand which resulted in a missed FG being returned by Sterling Lockett for a TD and a quick lead. From there the mountaineers settled down and controlled the game form that point forward. K-State had a many follies the first being an excellent goal line stand by WVU which kept the game from swinging back to a 14 point lead and was soon tied. at 14. K-state was able to answer regaining the lead at 21-14 and got a quick FG as the first half expired to be up 3 at the break. WVU locked down the Wildcats in the air, which for some reason they continued to force the issue on, resulting in 3 total INTs and 0 second half points as WVU cruised in the second half to 3 more TDs winning 42-24.
Great game Shel. I think I may have learned from this one.
n a high-scoring affair, the West Virginia Mountaineers bested the Kansas State Wildcats with a final score of 42-24. The Mountaineers demonstrated a powerful offensive performance and a strong second-half showing to secure their victory.
Game Summary:
West Virginia’s offensive attack was led by quarterback Garrett Greene, who had a stellar game with 255 passing yards and four touchdowns, showcasing his accuracy and playmaking ability. Greene's efficiency was highlighted by a 230.1 passer rating and no interceptions.
The Mountaineers' running game also contributed significantly, with Jahiem White rushing for 51 yards, and Garrett Greene adding 36 yards. CJ Donaldson Jr. added another 32 yards on the ground. This balanced offensive approach allowed West Virginia to accumulate 119 rushing yards and 255 passing yards, totaling 502 yards of offense.
In the receiving game, Preston Fox was a standout performer with an 81-yard touchdown catch, while Treylan Davis, Hudson Clement, and Justin Robinson combined for additional crucial yards and touchdowns. Fox’s 81-yard reception was a highlight, demonstrating his ability to make big plays.
Defensively, West Virginia was effective despite conceding 374 yards. The Mountaineers managed to intercept Kansas State's quarterback Avery Johnson three times, capitalizing on these turnovers to drive their scoring. Notable defensive performances came from Ayden Garnes and Ben Cutter, who led the team with seven and six tackles, respectively.
Kansas State’s Efforts:
Kansas State’s Avery Johnson struggled against West Virginia's defense, throwing for 134 yards but with three costly interceptions. Despite this, Johnson was effective in the rushing game, leading the Wildcats with 89 yards on 12 carries. Dylan Edwards and DJ Giddens also contributed significantly to the ground game, with Edwards rushing for 82 yards and a touchdown, and Giddens adding 58 yards and another touchdown.
The Wildcats' receiving game was relatively subdued, with Dante Cephas leading the team with 89 yards on four receptions. Kansas State's offense was limited to 240 rushing yards and 134 passing yards, failing to match West Virginia’s offensive output.
Kansas State's special teams provided a spark with Sterling Lockett’s 86-yard punt return for a touchdown, which was a bright spot in their otherwise challenging game. Kicker Chris Tennant added a field goal and three extra points, providing some stability.
Key Stats:
West Virginia Mountaineers: 502 total offensive yards, 119 rushing yards, 255 passing yards, 0 turnovers.
Kansas State Wildcats: 374 total offensive yards, 240 rushing yards, 134 passing yards, 3 turnovers.
West Virginia’s comprehensive performance, combining a robust offensive display with key defensive plays, allowed them to outpace Kansas State and secure a well-deserved victory.
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