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Final NIU 14 – 35 GAST
Saturday 2026-09-26 14:00 · Center Parc Stadium
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What the news says about this game

Georgia State defeated Northern Illinois 35-14 on Saturday, Sept. 26. Northern Illinois entered 0-3 with losses to Iowa (40-0), Illinois State (28-24), and Arizona (42-17), while Georgia State was 2-1. GAST's offense dominated behind Rodshaun Dorsey (5 catches, 114 yards, 2 TDs) and Lanear McCrary Jr. (111 rushing yards, 1 TD). The gap in team quality was decisive.

read 2026-09-27 01:09 UTC ·

What it means for the players

TeamPlayerDirectionNote
GASTRodshaun DorseymoreDominant passing target with 5 catches for 114 yards and 2 touchdowns in the 35-14 win.
GASTLanear McCrary Jr.moreKey ground-game contributor with 111 rushing yards and 1 touchdown.

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