A.J. Turner leads Marshall to victory over Georgia State
- A.J. Turner had an outstanding performance, rushing for 177 yards and scoring four touchdowns in total.
- Despite a valiant effort from Georgia State's quarterback and running back, they could not overcome Marshall's lead.
- This victory for Marshall strengthens their position in the Sun Belt conference as they move closer to a winning record.
On a Thursday night in Huntington, West Virginia, A.J. Turner had a standout performance, leading Marshall to a 35-20 victory over Georgia State. Turner amassed 177 rushing yards and scored three touchdowns, showcasing his explosive skills with an impressive 88-yard run that solidified the win in the final moments of the game. In addition to his rushing touchdowns, he caught a 30-yard reception for a touchdown just before halftime, contributing significantly to Marshall's total. The game began with Marshall establishing an early lead thanks to a successful 2-point conversion following Turner's 2-yard touchdown run. Receiver Verhoff added a 47-yard field goal while Turner extended the lead through a 23-yard rushing touchdown early in the second quarter. Georgia State struggled to keep pace as Marshall's offense continually pressed forward. Zach Gibson, the quarterback for Marshall, effectively managed the play, completing 19 of 32 passes for 192 yards, including two touchdown passes to Michel Dukes. In response, Georgia State showed resilience with a touchdown and two field goals, reducing the deficit to just five points at one stage. However, Marshall's offensive strength proved too much as they ended the game with a final field goal. This victory improves Marshall's record to 4-3, marking an important win in their Sun Belt conference campaign while continuing to challenge Georgia State's struggles this season, which now stands at 2-4.