Starkville, MS
Sep 14, 2024
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The Toledo Rockets soared to a commanding 41-17 victory over the Mississippi State Bulldogs, marking their first win against a Power Five opponent in nine years. Displaying an impressive offense, the Rockets capitalized on both aerial and ground attacks with quarterback Tucker Gleason leading the charge. Gleason completed 23 of 28 passes for 285 yards and three touchdowns, while also adding 44 rushing yards.
Toledo's defense was equally formidable, limiting the Bulldogs to 385 total yards and amassing five sacks. Key plays included multiple touchdowns by Gleason and effective defensive maneuvers, such as Avery Smith's critical interception and Daniel Bolden's 1.5 sacks. This significant win not only snapped Mississippi State's 32-game win streak over MAC teams but also affirmed Toledo as a formidable force this season.
Tucker Gleason (Toledo Rockets)
Passed to Junior Vandeross III for a 4-yard touchdown on fourth down, capping a 12-play, 70-yard drive and providing an early lead.
Daniel Bolden (Toledo Rockets)
Sacked Blake Shapen for a loss of 7 yards, setting the defensive tone and contributing to MSU's first-quarter struggles.
Jerjuan Newton (Toledo Rockets)
Caught a 6-yard touchdown pass from Gleason, culminating a quick 6-play, 61-yard drive to extend Toledo's lead to 14-0.
Kyle Ferrie (Mississippi State Bulldogs)
Kicked a 23-yard field goal after a costly false start on fourth-and-goal at the Toledo 1-yard line, putting Mississippi State on the scoreboard.
Jerjuan Newton (Toledo Rockets)
Secured a 15-yard touchdown catch from Gleason, capping a short 4-play, 37-yard drive and pushing the lead to 35-3.
Blake Shapen (Mississippi State Bulldogs)
Completed a 9-yard touchdown pass to Mario Craver, closing the gap to 35-10 after a 13-play, 72-yard drive.
Dylan Cunanan (Toledo Rockets)
Kicked a 41-yard field goal after a 14-play, 52-yard drive, extending Toledo's lead to 38-10.
Kevin Coleman Jr. (Mississippi State Bulldogs)
Caught a 1-yard touchdown pass from Shapen, cutting the deficit to 38-17 after an 11-play, 80-yard drive.
Esean Carter (Toledo Rockets)
Recovered a fumble, stalling a potential Mississippi State rally.
Avery Smith (Toledo Rockets)
Intercepted a pass in the end zone on the final play of the first half, maintaining Toledo's substantial lead.
Willie Shaw III (Toledo Rockets)
Scored a 10-yard rushing touchdown after a 9-play, 78-yard drive, giving Toledo a 28-3 lead just before halftime.
Connor Walendzak (Toledo Rockets)
Plunged into the end zone for a 1-yard touchdown, following a 10-play, 75-yard drive to extend the Rockets' lead to 21-3.
Tucker Gleason (Toledo Rockets, QB)
Completed 23 of 28 passes for 285 yards and 3 touchdowns, while also rushing for 44 yards. Gleason orchestrated an offense that scored touchdowns on four of five first-half possessions, solidifying Toledo's dominance.
Jerjuan Newton (Toledo Rockets, WR)
Secured 5 receptions for 62 yards and 2 touchdowns, including a crucial 15-yard catch early in the third quarter. His performance moved him up in the all-time receiving touchdowns list at Toledo.
Junior Vandeross III (Toledo Rockets, WR)
Led all receivers with 7 catches for 73 yards and a touchdown, including the game-opening 4-yard score, setting the tone for Toledo's offense.
Daniel Bolden (Toledo Rockets, LB)
Registered 1.5 sacks and multiple key tackles, part of a defensive unit that held MSU to just eight yards in the first quarter, and stifled the Bulldogs all game.
Dylan Cunanan (Toledo Rockets, K)
Converted all kicks, including two crucial field goals from 41 and 23 yards, the former of which was his longest kick of the season, contributing to Toledo's historic scoreline.
Blake Shapen (Mississippi State Bulldogs, QB)
Completed 28 of 39 passes for 319 yards and 2 touchdowns. Despite his impressive stats, turnovers and tight defense from Toledo blunted his effectiveness in critical moments.
Avery Smith (Toledo Rockets, S)
Finished with a key interception in the end zone on the final play of the first half, maintaining Toledo's substantial lead heading into halftime.
Toledo Rockets
7
21
7
6
41
Mississippi State Bulldogs
0
3
7
7
17
