Obeid kicks 20-yard FG as time expires, Missouri State beats Kennesaw State 24-21

Springfield, Mo. (AP) — In the closing moments of the game, Yousef Obeid successfully connected a 20-yard field goal to secure a 24-21 victory for Missouri State over Kennesaw State. Quarterback Henry Belin threw for a career-high 300 yards and two touchdowns, connecting with Isaiah Myers twice. Missouri State's head coach Casey Woods recorded their first-ever Bowl Subdivision win, marking a significant milestone for the program.

This victory came after a 6-0 lead secured by Obeid in the second quarter, which Kennesaw State managed to equalize at halftime with a 10-yard pass from Rickie Collins to Dylan Gary. Myers proved to be a dominant force, accumulating 135 yards on seven catches and playing a crucial role in tying the game with scoring plays of 14 and 12 yards.

Belin demonstrated his skill with 28 completions on 39 passes, while eight different receivers contributed to the team's effort. Missouri State held a significant advantage early on, leading 6-0 late in the second quarter with two field goals from Obeid, but Kennesaw State eventually took the lead into the halftime break. Both teams traded points in the second half, until Missouri State capitalized on a 6:06 remaining in regulation, marching down the field with a 12-yard and a 68-yard drive, culminating in Obeid's decisive field goal.

The Owls, now 1-5 with a 0-2 record, were driven by Collins' impressive 260 passing yards on 27-of-35 attempts, with Gary amassing 10 receptions for 135 yards. Kennesaw State's losing streak had been ongoing, having lost five consecutive games since their season opener. The Owls will face Delaware on October 20, while Kennesaw State will host Liberty on October 22.