YSU football dominates Mercyhurst in season opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 1:28 AM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
Youngstown State University football team triumphed 43-10 over Mercyhurst in their home opener on August 27, 2026. The Penguins amassed over 480 yards of total offense and forced four turnovers. Quarterback Beau Brungard contributed significantly with 232 passing yards, 119 rushing yards, and five total touchdowns. Running back Jaden Gilbert added 89 rushing yards and two touchdowns. YSU is set to face Kentucky next Saturday at 1 p.m. in Lexington.
- •YSU scored 43 points against Mercyhurst in home opener.
- •Beau Brungard accounted for five total touchdowns.
- •Penguins defense forced four turnovers during the game.
- •Next game scheduled against Kentucky on September 3, 2026.
- 1:28 AMYahoo Sports — YSU football rolls in home opener
"The Penguins piled up over 480 yards of total offense, and the defense forced four turnovers in the win
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