Western Michigan dominates Bethune-Cookman with 372 rushing yards
- Hayden Wolff threw three touchdown passes and completed 15 of 19 passes for 305 yards.
- Western Michigan amassed 372 rushing yards, with Jaden Nixon leading the team with 189 yards.
- The Broncos' victory improved their record to 1-2, while Bethune-Cookman fell to 0-3.
On Saturday night in Kalamazoo, Michigan, Western Michigan showcased a dominant performance against Bethune-Cookman, securing a 59-31 victory. Quarterback Hayden Wolff was instrumental, completing 15 of 19 passes for 305 yards and throwing three touchdown passes, helping his team establish a significant lead by halftime. The Broncos entered the break with a 35-14 advantage, thanks to long scoring plays from Chris Toudle, Anthony Sambucci, and Devaughn Mortimer. Bethune-Cookman attempted to rally in the second half, highlighted by Darnell Deas' impressive 98-yard kickoff return for a touchdown, narrowing the score to 35-21. However, Western Michigan responded swiftly with Jaden Nixon's 37-yard touchdown run and Zahir Abdus-Salaam's 1-yard touchdown run, extending their lead to 49-21. The Broncos' ground game was particularly effective, amassing a total of 372 rushing yards throughout the game. Nixon was a standout performer, rushing for 189 yards on 17 carries, while Abdus-Salaam contributed with 104 yards on 18 attempts, each scoring two touchdowns. Jamal Hailey also made his mark with a 48-yard touchdown run, capping off the scoring with just under three minutes left in the game. On the other side, Cam’Ron Ransom led Bethune-Cookman with 116 passing yards and two rushing touchdowns, but the team struggled to keep pace with Western Michigan's offensive onslaught. This victory marked a crucial moment for the Broncos, improving their record to 1-2 while Bethune-Cookman fell to 0-3.