Beau Brungard accounts for 5 touchdowns in Youngstown State’s season-opening win over Mercyhurst

Beau Brungard delivered a stellar performance in Youngstown State's season-opening victory over Mercyhurst, contributing to a dominant 43-10 win. The senior quarterback notched three touchdowns - two rushing and one passing - while also adding 119 yards on the ground. The sophomore running back Jaden Gilbert chipped in with 89 yards on five carries, including a 50-yard run.

Mercyhurst's quarterback Alex Gevaudan was intercepted twice in the game. The game marked Tom Sydeski's first as the Lakers' coach, replacing Ryan Riemedio, who now serves as Youngstown State's defensive coordinator.