Tempe, AZ
Sep 7, 2024
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TEMPE, Ariz. -- Cam Skattebo rushed for a career-high 262 yards, quarterback Sam Leavitt ran for two touchdowns, and Arizona State held on in the final minutes for its first win over a Southeastern Conference opponent, beating Mississippi State 30-23 on Saturday night. The victory marked the Sun Devils' first triumph over an SEC team, breaking Mississippi State's 10-game winning streak in non-conference games.
Skattebo and Leavitt combined for 193 rushing yards in the first half alone, propelling the Sun Devils to a commanding 27-3 halftime lead. Despite a late surge by the Bulldogs, including an 80-yard touchdown pass from Blake Shapen to Kevin Coleman Jr., Arizona State's defense and disciplined clock management allowed them to run out the clock with a game-sealing 39-yard run by Skattebo.
Sam Leavitt (Arizona State)
Rushed for a 17-yard touchdown to cap an impressive 79-yard drive and open the game's scoring.
Ian Hershey (Arizona State)
Converted a 27-yard field goal, contributing to a dominant first quarter for the Sun Devils.
C.J. Fite (Arizona State)
Recovered a fumble caused by a hit on quarterback Blake Shapen and returned it 1 yard for a touchdown, giving the Sun Devils a 20-3 lead.
Keyvone Lee (Mississippi State)
Rushed for a 6-yard touchdown that sparked a comeback attempt by the Bulldogs.
Blake Shapen (Mississippi State)
Threw a perfectly placed 15-yard touchdown pass to Davon Booth, cutting the deficit to 14 points.
Kevin Coleman Jr. (Mississippi State)
Caught an 80-yard touchdown pass, breaking a tackle and sprinting to the end zone, bringing Mississippi State within one score.
Ian Hershey (Arizona State)
Made a crucial 46-yard field goal, extending the lead to 30-3 and capping an 8:27 drive.
Sam Leavitt (Arizona State, QB)
Rushed for two touchdowns and navigated the Sun Devils' offense effectively, especially in crucial game moments.
Cam Skattebo (Arizona State, RB)
Recorded 262 rushing yards, the second-most in school history, and added pivotal runs like a 39-yarder to seal the victory.
Ian Hershey (Arizona State, K)
Was 3-for-3 on field goals, including a career-long 47-yarder, contributing significantly to the Sun Devils' scoring.
Blake Shapen (Mississippi State, QB)
Despite two lost fumbles, showed resilience by throwing for 268 yards and two touchdowns to keep the Bulldogs in contention.
Kevin Coleman Jr. (Mississippi State, WR)
Caught four passes for 103 yards, highlighted by an 80-yard touchdown that energized the Bulldogs' comeback efforts.
C.J. Fite (Arizona State, DL)
Scored a defensive touchdown by recovering a fumble and reaching over the pylon, showcasing the Sun Devil’s defensive prowess.
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Mississippi State Bulldogs
0
3
7
13
23
Arizona State Sun Devils
10
17
3
0
30
