Georgia State vs. Utah State Short Report | Dec 23, 2023
Albertsons Stadium
Boise, ID
Dec 23, 2023
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Game Recap
In an emphatic showing at the Famous Idaho Potato Bowl, the Georgia State Panthers triumphed over the Utah State Aggies with a resounding 45-22 victory. The game kicked off explosively for the Panthers, with quarterback Darren Grainger bulldozing through the defense for a 1-yard touchdown at 7:37 in the first quarter. This set the pace for a dominant offensive performance by Georgia State. Though the Aggies replied promptly with Levi Williams connecting on a 35-yard touchdown pass to Jalen Royals, the Panthers quickly retook the lead and ended the first quarter 21-14.
Darren Grainger was unstoppable both in the air and on the ground, racking up three passing touchdowns and adding two more with his legs. His 257 passing yards and 111 rushing yards underscored his dual-threat prowess. Freddie Brock complemented this perfectly, racking up 276 rushing yards and a touchdown, making the Aggies' defense seem porous. While Utah State's Davon Booth and Terrell Vaughn managed to score, their efforts paled against the relentless drive of the Panthers, who maintained an efficient pass and rush offense throughout. The decisive moment came in the 4th quarter when Brock's 5-yard rushing TD effectively sealed the victory, cementing a memorable game for Georgia State.
Key Plays:
Darren Grainger (Georgia State Panthers)
Setting the tone early, Grainger's 1-yard touchdown rush gave Georgia State an initial boost and displayed their intent to control the ground game.
Levi Williams (Utah State Aggies)
In response, Williams' 35-yard strike to Jalen Royals equalized the score, showcasing the Aggies' quick-strike capability.
Darren Grainger (Georgia State Panthers)
Grainger reclaimed the lead with another 1-yard rushing touchdown, asserting his dominance early in the game.
Davon Booth (Utah State Aggies)
Booth's electrifying 65-yard touchdown run was a critical response that kept Utah State briefly in contention.
Darren Grainger (Georgia State Panthers)
Grainger continued his stellar play by finding Tailique Williams for a 27-yard touchdown pass, extending the lead at a crucial time in the first quarter.
Darren Grainger (Georgia State Panthers)
Right before halftime, Grainger's 23-yard touchdown pass to Cadarrius Thompson put Georgia State firmly in control.
Darren Grainger (Georgia State Panthers)
Grainger deepened the Panthers' lead with a 37-yard dart to Thompson, making any Utah State comeback seem far-fetched.
Freddie Brock (Georgia State Panthers)
Brock's 5-yard rushing touchdown not only padded the score but effectively sealed the Panthers' victory, signifying Georgia State's offensive prowess.
McCae Hillstead (Utah State Aggies)
Hillstead's short 2-yard pass to Terrell Vaughn for a touchdown was a late consolation score for the Aggies, with little impact on the final outcome.
Standout Players:
Darren Grainger (Georgia State Panthers, QB)
Grainger was a dual-threat dynamo, accumulating 257 passing yards and three passing touchdowns while also threatening with 111 rushing yards and two rushing scores.
Freddie Brock (Georgia State Panthers, RB)
Brock ran wild on the Aggies' defense, racking up an astounding 276 rushing yards and adding a touchdown to cap an impressive ground game performance.
Cadarrius Thompson (Georgia State Panthers, WR)
Thompson provided a steady and explosive target for Grainger, hauling in five receptions for 117 yards and two touchdowns, demonstrating his big-play capability.
Davon Booth (Utah State Aggies, RB)
Booth flashed brilliance with a 65-yard touchdown run, contributing significantly with 71 rushing yards to his team's effort.
Terrell Vaughn (Utah State Aggies, WR)
Vaughn was a bright spot for the Aggies, leading the receiving unit with eight catches for 86 yards and a touchdown, consistently moving the chains.
References:
Georgia State Panthers vs. Utah State Aggies - Final Score - December 23, 2023 | FOX Sports
Potato Bowl: Georgia State Panthers vs. Utah State Aggies | Full Game Highlights - YouTube
Georgia State Panthers vs. Utah State Aggies Live Score and Stats - December 23, 2023 Gametracker - CBSSports.com
Football vs Georgia State on 12/23/2023 - Box Score - Utah State University Athletics
Highlights: Utah State 22-45 Georgia State in NCAAF | December 23, 2023 - VAVEL USA
Utah State football loses to Georgia State in Famous Idaho Potato Bowl – Deseret News
Utah State vs. Georgia State: Live updates, score, results, highlights, for Saturday's NCAA Football game - CBSSports.com
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Georgia State Panthers
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Utah State Aggies
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