Western Kentucky Trounce Kennesaw State 31-14 to Lock Up Another Bowl Game

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Western Kentucky’s mascot Big Red celebrates a touchdown against Middle Tennessee as Middle Tennessee fans react in the background during the rivalry football game at MTSU, on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. | HELEN COMER/The Daily News Journal / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

Last week, the Kennesaw State Owls picked up one of the program’s most notable wins, downing their first FBS opponent in a victory over Liberty. This week, however, the Owls couldn’t find the same magic against the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers.

WKU’s offense was firing on all cylinders Wednesday night, on the way to a 31-14 win. Here’s what stood out from Tyson Helton’s latest blowout victory.

Another Big Day From The WKU Offense

The Tops totaled 462 yards of offense on Wednesday, their fifth time going over the 400-yard mark this season. Running back Elijah Young had a season-best performance, carrying 15 times for 114 yards.

Through the air, Caden Veltkamp was again very productive, completing 17 passes on 22 attempts for 276 yards and three touchdowns. A completion percentage of 77% was his second-highest this season.

Easton Messer’s Highlight-Reel Touchdown

Redshirt sophomore Easton Messer had arguably the biggest offensive play of the night. In the first quarter, Messer caught a pass from Veltkamp on what appeared to be a post route. Messer sprinted to the end zone for a 64-yard score, with roughly 55 of those yards coming after the catch…

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