By: Michael Goss
KENNESAW, Ga. – Kennesaw State football travels to Jacksonville State for its first ASUN Conference matchup in program history. KSU holds a 3-0 lead in the all-time series over the Gamecocks, with kickoff set for 2:00 p.m. (EDT).
The Rundown
Opponent: Jacksonville State Gamecocks (4-1, 0-0 ASUN Conference)
Date: Saturday, Oct. 1
Site: Burgess-Snow Field at JSU Stadium; Jacksonville, Ala.
Kickoff: 2:00 p.m. (EDT)
TV: ESPN+
Radio: KSU Owls App
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Game Notes: KSU |
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Top Storylines
- Kennesaw State football is 6-1 in conference openers heading into Saturday's contest with Jacksonville State. KSU has outscored its opponents 231-119 in these matchups.
- The Owls enter this weekend with a perfect 3-0 record over the Gamecocks with one win coming in the second round of the 2017 FCS Playoffs. KSU defeated JSU again in 2018 during a five-overtime battle that was voted the FCS Game of the Year. Last season, Kennesaw State handled Jacksonville State in the first contest inside Fifth Third Bank Stadium with a 31-6 victory.
- In its first three meetings with the Gamecocks, the KSU offense has averaged 36.0 points per game. The Owl defense has also been tough on the Gamecocks, holding JSU to seven points or less in two of the three contests.
- Defensive lineman Travis Bell enters Saturday one tackle away from 100 for his collegiate career. The graduate student has bolstered the KSU defensive line over the past four seasons and ranks fifth in the Owl record book for total sacks in a career (9.5).
- The Kennesaw State offense has scored a point in 84-straight games and has reached the double-digit mark in each of its last 62 contests. The last time the Owls scored less than 10 points was in November of 2016.
Numbers to Know
- 71 - The Owls have rushed for 150+ yards in 71-straight games versus FCS opponents dating back to week 11 of the 2015 season.
- 32 - KSU has won each of the last 41 games when it scores 32 points and is 44-1 all-time when reaching that mark.
- 17 - The Owls have won each of their last 17 games played in the month of October.
- 4 - In its 83 games, KSU has only been out-rushed four times.
- 1 - 2022 marks year one for Kennesaw State in the ASUN Conference for football after seven years in the Big South.
Best Ever
No other start-up program in college football history had more wins in its first five seasons than Kennesaw State with 48 victories.
Dynasty Mode
Dating back to week two of the 2017 season, Kennesaw State has won 50 of its last 61 games for an .820 winning percentage.
Minute Men
In their first seven seasons, the Owls have 63 scoring drives of one minute or less, including a program-best 17 in 2019. KSU tallied eight scoring drives under one minute during the 2021 season.
Owl Fans in Jacksonville
All KSU fans are invited to stop by the Kennesaw State Alumni & Constituent Engagement tailgate prior to the game starting at 10:30 a.m. (CDT). There will be plenty of food and beverages provided. Come celebrate the conference opener as KSU begins its quest to win the first ASUN Championship. The tailgate will be located at 700 Pelham Rd N Jacksonville, AL 36265. Those interested in registering can do so by clicking
here.
Season Tickets
Season tickets are still on sale for the 2022 season and feature the most affordable purchasing options in KSU football history. New benefits include the first football concessions discount and the option to purchase a season-long parking pass. Click
here to purchase today!
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