Georgia State vs. Utah State Short Report | Dec 23, 2023

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.