By: By Jake Dorow
Kennesaw State returns to the gridiron after its open week and welcomes non-conference foe North Greenville to The Nest for the first meeting all-time between the programs. The Owls (2-1) enter the game winning two straight and look to stay perfect at Fifth Third Bank Stadium. The game can be seen live on Peachtree TV or heard on ESPN Radio 1230 and 106.3 The Fan 2.
FIRST & 10
- Coming off its open week, Kennesaw State returns to Fifth Third Bank Stadium where it is 5-2 over its last seven games. The Owls are outscoring the opposition 37.7 to 14.1 in points per game over that seven-game home stretch.
- The last time out, Kennesaw State picked up a 20-14 road win at Alabama State on Sept. 16. The Owls have been equally as strong over their last seven road games, averaging 33.4 points per game and 454.9 yards of total offense.
- Trey Chivers' 12-yard touchdown run in the second quarter gave the Owls a 7-0 edge over Alabama State, scoring first for the third time in as many games this season. KSU is 11-5 all-time when scoring first, and holds a perfect record of 15-0 when leading at the half.
- Kennesaw State is outscoring opponents by a 51-14 margin in the first half in three games, out-gaining the opposing team by a 798-385 margin. The Owls hold a 334 margin in total yards this season, and are 15-5 all-time when they out-gain their opponent in a game.
- The Owls' defense held the Hornets to just 36 rushing yards on the ground, falling 10 yards shy of the fewest allowed for a single game in program history (27 – vs. Shorter, 2015). KSU leads the Big South in scoring defense (18.7ppg), total defense (308.7ypg) and rushing defense (76.3) --which ranks 13th in the nation.
- Kennesaw State forced three turnovers at Alabama State, finishing with a 14-7 edge in points-off-turnover scoring. The Owls own a 30 scoring margin (37-7) in points-off-turnover scoring and ranks eighth national in turnover margin ( 5).
- Redshirt freshman LB Bryson Armstrong, who was named Big South Defensive Player of the Week and National Freshman of the Week, set a program-record 15 tackles (13 solo) at Alabama State. He recorded an interception and has four takeaways in just three career games. He ranks first in the nation in fumbles recovered (2) and 17th in INT per game (0.7).
- Senior DB Keon Roman recorded arguably his best game with KSU, compiling a career-high two interceptions, one pass breakup and three tackles at Alabama State. He is the first KSU player with multiple interceptions in the same game since former DB Dante Blackmon had three at Duquesne in 2016.
- The defense has recorded at least one interception in each game, totaling a nation-leading seven picks in three games. Armstrong (2), Roman (2), Dorian Walker (1), Taylor Henkle (1) and Brenton Wimberly (1) have each tallied at least one INT on the season.
- Zach Mitchler (RT) and Izzy Sam (LB) each made their 25th consecutive starts at Alabama State. They are the lone two Owls to have started each game in the program's history. Mitcher, Sam, along with Anthony Gore, Jr., Xavier Harper, Taylor Henkle, Darnell Holland, Drew McCracken, Devin Pughsley, and Nicolas Snowden have played in all 25 games in program history.
SATURDAY'S GAME PROMOTION
Saturday's game is a "Gold Out" and the Owls are encouraging fans to wear gold to the game, matching the uniform color the team will wear that day. To order your gold gear for the "Gold Out," visit
Shop.KSUOwls.com or visit the KSU Bookstore on campus. The first 1,000 fans in the gates will receive a free gold t-shirt, courtesy of Fifth Third Bank.
FAMILY FOUR PACK
Get four tickets to the game, plus a $20 concessions voucher and a parking pass for just $75! Visit KSUOwls.com/tickets or call 470-KSU-OWLS for information on the Family Four Pack!
STUDENTS!
The first 2,000 KSU students that enter the stadium for Saturday's 3:30 p.m. game will be given a free t-shirt (see below). Claim your tickets by
CLICKING HERE! We have 2,000 FREE Gold shirts for you on Saturday. Students must enter through Gate G to get a free t-shirt.
GAMEDAY HASHTAGS/ SOCIAL MEDIA HUBS
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Fifth Third Bank is the Official Bank of Kennesaw State Athletics. Fifth Third Bank Stadium, the signature athletics landmark on the Kennesaw State University campus, is a world-class facility that has been recognized as one of the premier multi-use outdoor athletics venues in the country. In the fall of 2015, it become the official home of Owls football team and is home to Owls soccer and lacrosse as well.
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