Jacksonville State Dominates Murray State 45-10
Saturday, September 20, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · AmFirst Stadium
Jacksonville State Gamecocks 45, Murray State Racers 10, final. Our NCAAF picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Murray State Racers vs Jacksonville State Gamecocks?
Jacksonville State Gamecocks beat Murray State Racers 45-10 at AmFirst Stadium on September 20, 2025.
In a decisive victory, the Jacksonville State Gamecocks defeated the Murray State Racers 45-10 at AmFirst Stadium. This matchup showcased the stark contrast in recent form between the two teams, with Jacksonville State entering the game with a record of 2-2 in the current season and a solid 7-3 record over their last ten games. Conversely, Murray State struggled significantly, holding an 0-4 record this season and an alarming 0-10 streak overall.
Jacksonville State's recent performances have been characterized by a potent offense that averaged 31.9 points scored per game while allowing 23.3 points. Despite their recent loss to Georgia Southern Eagles (34-41), they had previously secured victories against Liberty Flames (34-24) and Western Kentucky Hilltoppers (52-12). Their home record stood impressively at 5-0, indicating a strong advantage when playing at AmFirst Stadium.
In stark contrast, Murray State's struggles have been evident throughout the season, with their last ten games resulting in a record of 0-10. The Racers averaged only 17.0 points scored per game while conceding a staggering 47.8 points. Their most recent match ended in a loss against Georgia State Panthers (21-37), and they have not won a game since last season, with their last five games showing an average score of just 13.6 points while allowing 47.4 points.
The Gamecocks' home advantage was palpable, as they maintained a perfect home record. Murray State, on the other hand, has faced difficulties on the road, with a home record of 0-4 and an away record of 0-6 in their last ten games. This fixture was crucial for Jacksonville State as they aimed to capitalize on their home field advantage against a struggling Murray State team.
In terms of injury impacts, the block did not provide specific details, but the disparity in team performance suggests that any injuries for Murray State could have further compounded their challenges. Jacksonville State, riding the wave of their recent successes, entered the game with high confidence, reflected in their 1.0 win probability in the betting market.
The conditions at AmFirst Stadium were favorable for a football game, contributing to the Gamecocks' dominant performance. Jacksonville State's ability to score 45 points while limiting Murray State to just 10 underscored their offensive strength and defensive capabilities.
Viewers should have noted Jacksonville State's offensive strategy, which has been effective throughout the season, and their ability to capitalize on Murray State's defensive weaknesses. The Gamecocks demonstrated their scoring prowess and strategic execution, making this matchup a significant statement in the NCAAF landscape.
Leaders
- Passing yardsGavin Wimsatt17/31, 188 YDS, 1 TDJacksonville State Gamecocks
- Rushing yardsCam Cook22 CAR, 147 YDS, 2 TDJacksonville State Gamecocks
- Receiving yardsBrock Rechsteiner5 REC, 89 YDS, 1 TDJacksonville State Gamecocks
- Passing yardsJim Ogle17/27, 130 YDS, 2 INTMurray State Racers
- Rushing yardsJawaun Northington12 CAR, 44 YDSMurray State Racers
- Receiving yardsLucas Desjardins2 REC, 33 YDSMurray State Racers
Recent form
Jacksonville State Gamecocks
Last 10: 7-3Streak L131.9 scored · 23.3 allowed per game5-0 at home
- L34-41at Georgia Southern EaglesSep 13
- W34-24vs Liberty FlamesSep 6
- L10-17at UCF KnightsAug 28
- W52-12vs Western Kentucky HilltoppersDec 7
- L17-19at Western Kentucky HilltoppersNov 30
- W21-11vs Sam Houston BearkatsNov 23
- W34-31vs Florida International PanthersNov 16
- W44-37at Louisiana Tech BulldogsNov 9
- W31-21at Liberty FlamesOct 30
- W42-20vs Middle Tennessee Blue RaidersOct 23
Murray State Racers
Last 10: 0-10Streak L1017 scored · 47.8 allowed per game0-6 away
- L21-37at Georgia State PanthersSep 13
- L24-45vs SE Louisiana LionsSep 6
- L17-45at East Tennessee State BuccaneersAug 30
- L0-62at Southern Illinois SalukisNov 23
- L6-48at Kentucky WildcatsNov 16
- L31-59vs Missouri State BearsNov 9
- L6-52at South Dakota State JackrabbitsNov 2
- L6-59vs North Dakota State BisonOct 26
- L32-40vs Illinois State RedbirdsOct 19
- L27-31at Indiana State SycamoresOct 12
Standings
| Team | Overall | In conference |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois State | 1-0 | 0-0 |
| North Dakota | 1-0 | 0-0 |
| South Dakota | 1-0 | 0-0 |
| South Dakota State | 1-0 | 0-0 |
| Youngstown State | 1-0 | 0-0 |
| Northern Iowa | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Indiana State | 0-1 | 0-0 |
| Murray State | 0-1 | 0-0 |
| Southern Illinois | 0-1 | 0-0 |
| Delaware | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Florida International | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Kennesaw State | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Liberty | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Middle Tennessee | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Missouri State | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Sam Houston | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Western Kentucky | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Jacksonville State | 0-1 | 0-0 |
| New Mexico State | 0-1 | 0-0 |
Box score
| Stat | Murray State Racers | Jacksonville State Gamecocks |
|---|---|---|
| First downs | 16 | 29 |
| Third downs | 5-16 | 7-14 |
| Fourth downs | 0-2 | 1-1 |
| Total yards | 233 | 531 |
| Net passing yards | 141 | 202 |
| Completions | 21/33 | 19/34 |
| Yards per pass | 4.3 | 5.9 |
| Rushing yards | 92 | 329 |
| Rushing attempts | 35 | 45 |
| Yards per rush | 2.6 | 7.3 |
| Penalties | 8-45 | 8-99 |
| Turnovers | 2 | 1 |
| Fumbles lost | 0 | 1 |
| Interceptions thrown | 2 | 0 |
| Time of possession | 29:28 | 30:32 |
Win probability
Above the line favours Jacksonville State Gamecocks, below favours Murray State Racers.
Venue
- AmFirst StadiumJacksonville, AL
- Attendance21426
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