MIAMI — FIU's football program was defeated 45-26 by Kennesaw State at home on Tuesday night in Conference USA (CUSA) action.
rushed for 151 yards and a touchdown for the Panthers (3-4, 1-2 CUSA), but a strong first half from the Owls (5-2, 3-0) proved to be the difference in FIU's 19-point setback. KSU led 24-14 at the break following a few crucial defensive stands that kept the Panthers from scoring in the first half. FIU cut the score to a one-possession game with 7:57 left in the third quarter, but KSU answered with a long touchdown to close the third, putting the game out of reach.