Georgia State defeats Kennesaw State 31-17 with 230 rushing yards

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Georgia State defeats Kennesaw State 31-17 with 230 rushing yards
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Georgia State moved to 2-0 on the season with a 31-17 victory over Kennesaw State at Fifth Third Stadium on September 12. The Panthers utilized a ground attack that generated 230 rushing yards to build a 21-3 lead by halftime. Lanear McCrary Jr. led the rushing effort with 101 yards and one touchdown, while quarterback Cameran Brown added 253 passing yards and a rushing score. Defensively, the Panthers recorded three tackles for loss and one interception. Kennesaw State dropped to 1-1 following the loss. Georgia State travels to face UCF next Saturday, while Kennesaw State prepares for a road game against Tennessee.

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  • Georgia State defeated Kennesaw State 31-17.
  • The Panthers offense finished with 483 total yards.
  • Lanear McCrary Jr. gained 101 yards on the ground.
  • Georgia State plays UCF on the road next Saturday.
  • Kennesaw State faces Tennessee in its next contest.
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Georgia State rolls past Kennesaw State 31-17 with a dominant ground game. See how Lanear McCrary Jr. and Cameran Brown led the win.

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