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Antonio Martin leads Middle Tennessee to 27-20 victory over Nevada

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 2:43 AM

Last updated Sep 20, 2026

Antonio Martin leads Middle Tennessee to 27-20 victory over Nevada

Summary

Antonio Martin Jr. rushed for 104 yards and a touchdown as Middle Tennessee defeated Nevada 27-20 on Saturday in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. The Blue Raiders (2-1) trailed until the second half, scoring two crucial touchdowns in the fourth quarter. Turnovers were costly for the Wolfpack (1-2), including two fumbles and an interception. Middle Tennessee tied the game with a 23-yard field goal before Martin scored the winning touchdown. Roman Gagliano added 173 passing yards and two touchdowns for the Blue Raiders. The teams next face Air Force and Jacksonville State, respectively.

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By the Numbers

•Middle Tennessee scored twice in the fourth quarter.
•Martin Jr. also contributed a 3-yard touchdown run.
•Gagliano threw for two touchdowns.
•Nevada committed three turnovers in the second half.
•Both teams play next Saturday.

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2:43 AMYahoo Sports — Martin rushes for 104 yards and a TD to lead Middle Tennessee over Nevada 27-20

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Antonio Martin Jr. ran for 104 yards and a touchdown, Roman Gagliano threw for 173 yards and two scores, and Middle Tennessee took down Nevada 27-20 on Saturday. The Blue Raiders (2-1) didn't take a lead until the second half, scored twice in less than four minutes in the fourth quarter, and held on for the win. Turnovers doomed the Wolfpack (1-2), with two fumbles and an interception in the second half that allowed MTSU to rally.
— Yahoo Sports

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