WVU Mountaineers edge out UC Bearcats in high-scoring affair

The West Virginia Mountaineers defeated the Cincinnati Bearcats 45-42 on October 17 in Morgantown. Despite limiting the Mountaineers' run game, the Bearcats struggled against the pass, allowing quarterback Michael Hawkins Jr. to throw for 464 yards. Cincinnati's JC French IV had a standout performance, passing for 389 yards and three touchdowns. The game was close throughout, with UC holding multiple leads before losing in the final moments. The Bearcats now prepare to host Texas Tech at Nippert Stadium on October 24.

• 12:12 AMYahoo Sports — UC Bearcats stop WVU Mountaineers run game, but get exploited in air