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Karl Campbell kicks three field goals in Western Kentucky's 16-3 win over Sam Houston

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 15, 2026, 3:51 AM

Last updated Oct 15, 2026

Karl Campbell kicks three field goals in Western Kentucky's 16-3 win over Sam Houston

Summary

Western Kentucky defeated Sam Houston 16-3 in Huntsville, Texas on October 14. The Hilltoppers secured the victory largely thanks to Karl Campbell, who converted all three of his field goal attempts. A touchdown connection between Brock Glenn and Coleson Arends marked the game's only touchdown. Sam Houston managed just 177 total yards and scored their only points through a 42-yard field goal by Sam Carpenter in the second quarter. Western Kentucky improves to 3-4 overall and 2-1 in Conference USA, maintaining a strong record against Sam Houston since their entry into the conference. Next, Western Kentucky will host Delaware on October 27, while Sam Houston is set to face New Mexico State on October 21.

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By the Numbers

•Western Kentucky scored first with a touchdown from Glenn to Arends.
•Karl Campbell made field goals of 33, 35, and 39 yards.
•Sam Houston's only scoring came from a 42-yard field goal.
•The Hilltoppers are now 4-1 in their series against the Bearkats.
•Western Kentucky will play Delaware next; Sam Houston hosts New Mexico State.

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3:51 AMYahoo Sports — Campbell hits 3 FGs as Western Kentucky defeats Sam Houston 16-3

What they're saying

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HUNTSVILLE, Texas (AP) — Brock Glenn and Coleson Arends connected on the game's lone touchdown, Karl Campbell hit all three of his field goal attempts, and Western Kentucky took down Sam Houston 16-3 on Wednesday night.The Hilltoppers (3-4, 2-1 Conference USA) remain perfect against Sam Houston since the Bearkats (1-5, 0-2) joined CUSA in 2023, and are 4-1 in the series.
— Yahoo Sports

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