Noah Kim leads Eastern Michigan to 28-17 victory over Sacramento State
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 2:26 AM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
Noah Kim's two passing touchdowns and one rushing touchdown propelled Eastern Michigan to a 28-17 win against Sacramento State in Ypsilanti on Saturday night. The victory marked the Eagles’ 500th all-time win as they began their 135th season. The game was Sacramento State's first in the Football Bowl Subdivision and Alonzo Carter's debut as head coach. Despite a scoreless first quarter, Eastern Michigan took control with a strong offensive performance, leading 21-10 at halftime. Kim's 31-yard touchdown pass to Nick Devereaux early in the fourth set the score at 28-10 before Sacramento State closed the gap with a 37-yard run from Isaiah Ene. However, a late interception by Jason Marshall sealed the game for the Eagles.
- •Eastern Michigan improves to 1-0 in Mid-American Conference play.
- •Noah Kim completed 27 of 38 passes for 279 yards.
- •Sacramento State's Carson Conklin had 221 passing yards and one interception.
- •Next, Eastern Michigan hosts San Jose State.
- •Sacramento State will host Mississippi Valley State.
- 2:26 AMYahoo Sports — Noah Kim's 3 touchdowns lead Eastern Michigan to 28-17 win over Sacramento State
"Noah Kim threw for two touchdowns and ran for another to lead Eastern Michigan past Sacramento State 28-17 in a season and Mid-American Conference opener on Saturday night. The win marked the Eagles’ 500th victory as they opened their 135th season. The game was Sacramento State’s debut in the Football Bowl Subdivision and the first for Alonzo Carter as their head coach.
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