Donald Barksdale’s kick return gets Youngstown State started in 35-22 win over Northern Iowa
Donald Barksdale's 93-yard kickoff return set the stage for a Youngstown State victory over Northern Iowa, which finished 35-22. The Penguins, ranked sixth in the Stats Perform poll, controlled the first half, accumulating 280 total yards compared to the Panthers' 174. Barksdale's touchdown return was just one of several standout plays for the Penguins.
Beau Brungard, who completed passes and scored both a rushing and a passing touchdown, led the way on offense. Antuan Gardner provided a short touchdown run. The 19th-ranked Panthers made a late comeback, trailing 28-0 in the second quarter before Kai Black's 24-yard touchdown pass and Ayden Price's 17-yard reception cut the deficit to 35-22.
However, Youngstown State sealed the game with three unanswered touchdowns in the final four minutes. Brungard completed 23 of 27 passes for 240 yards and two touchdowns on the ground, adding 80 yards on the ground. Lynn Wyche-El contributed 106 receiving yards, including a 42-yard touchdown. Dailey threw for 318 yards with three touchdowns for the Panthers.
Northern Iowa will face Southern Illinois next Saturday, while Youngstown State will host North Dakota on October 31.
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