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Kent State outlasts Howard in home opener

The Kent State football team hosted the Howard Bison for the Flashes’ home opener at Dix Stadium.

On the first possession of the game, Kent forced a three-and-out and received starting field possession at the Howard 38-yard line.

On Kent State’s first play from scrimmage, quarterback Nick Holley ran for a 38-yard touchdown to put the Flashes on top 7-0.

After the Flashes forced another punt, Holley threw a 25-yard passing touchdown to running back Justin Rankin to put Kent State up 14-0.

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Kent State wide receiver Mike Carriage drops a pass after being defended by a Howard defensive back during the first half.