Tayven Jackson and Jahiem White lead North Texas past Florida Atlantic
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 30, 2026, 3:59 AM
Last updated Oct 30, 2026
North Texas defeated Florida Atlantic 48-41 on Thursday night in Denton, Texas. Tayven Jackson threw for 404 yards and four touchdowns while Jahiem White contributed with 193 rushing yards and two touchdowns. Both teams showcased strong offensive performances, combining for 1,167 total yards. Florida Atlantic's Caden Veltkamp also excelled, passing for 452 yards and five touchdowns, but ultimately fell short. This victory marks North Texas's fifth consecutive win, improving their record to 6-2 overall and 4-0 in the American Conference. North Texas's next game is against Rice on November 7, while Florida Atlantic will host UTSA on November 5.
- •North Texas improves to 6-2, 4-0 in the American Conference.
- •Jackson completed 33 of 46 passes for 404 yards and four touchdowns.
- •White rushed for 193 yards and two touchdowns on 26 carries.
- •Florida Atlantic's Veltkamp threw for 452 yards and five touchdowns.
- •The teams combined for a total of 1,167 yards of offense.
- 3:59 AMYahoo Sports — Tayven Jackson, Jahiem White propel North Texas to 48-41 victory over Florida Atlantic
"DENTON, Texas (AP) — Tayven Jackson passed for 404 yards and four touchdowns, Jahiem White rushed for 193 yards and two scores and North Texas held off Florida Atlantic 48-41 on Thursday night.Jackson completed 33 of 46 passes as North Texas (6-2, 4-0 American Conference) extended its win streak to five.
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