Isaiah Ene helps Sacramento State beat Kent State 31-10 for first MAC win

Sacramento State secured their first Mid-American Conference victory on Friday night with a 31-10 win against Kent State. Freshman running back Isaiah Ene led the way with 107 rushing yards and two touchdowns, contributing to the Hornets' first win since the start of their Bowl Subdivision season. Following a six-game losing streak averaging 30 points, Sacramento State broke the skid.

Ene showcased his speed and agility, scoring a 35-yard touchdown and later converting a 2-point attempt to put Sacramento State ahead 17-10 with just 2:58 left in the third quarter. The Golden Flashes took an early lead midway through the first quarter when DeShields connected with Wayne Harris for a 92-yard touchdown. Tommy Newcomb's 29-yard field goal at the half pushed the score to 10-6 in favor of Sacramento State.

Donovan Turner made a crucial interception, returning it 36 yards for a touchdown, transforming a 14-point deficit to a 14-point lead with nine minutes remaining. Sacramento State's defense forced multiple turnovers, including a fumble recovery by Miles Bailey and a first career interception by Malikai Nichols, sealing the victory with 2:55 left on the clock.

Grant Meadors contributed with field goals of 42, 28, and 36 yards. The next matchups are against Toledo for Sacramento State and Bowling Green for Kent State.