After an exciting Week 0 with multiple intriguing FCS matchups, the FCS football season officially kicked off with a loaded Week 1 slate. We saw history made at
West Georgia, while multiple FCS programs fell just short of some major FBS upsets.in their first game at the FCS level. The Wolves outscored the Bulldogs 12-0 in the fourth quarter after allowing 15 unanswered in the third quarter.
Defensively, the Wolves allowed over 460 yards of total offense but forced two key turnovers, leading to offensive scores. Defensive lineman Solomanie Bambara led the Wolves with two tackles for loss, while Micah Thurman and Jelen Lee posted a game-high seven total tackles. West Georgia dominated the time of possession, holding the ball for over 35 minutes.It was a weekend of close calls for the FCS against FBS opponents.
Linebackers Shane Hartzell and Brendan Bell led the defense with 11 total tackles. The Wildcats forced three turnovers, including two in the first half, that stopped productive drives for Youngstown State's offense. Freshman Zahmir Dawud recorded his first career interception as he stepped in for All-American cornerback Isas Waxter.fell a few yards short of an upset against Colorado on Thursday night.
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