Dru DeShields leads Kent State to victory over Ball State

Kent State quarterback Dru DeShields had a standout performance in a 26-13 victory against Ball State on September 26. DeShields accounted for all three touchdowns, throwing for two and rushing for one, while completing 16 of 25 passes for 182 yards. This win marks Kent State's first in a Mid-American Conference opener since 2022 and their first victory over Ball State since 2019. DeShields attributes his success to the offseason preparation and his teammates' playmaking ability, indicating that his dual-threat capability may lead defenses to adjust their strategies in future games.

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