{
  "id": 15335843,
  "title": "C.J. Hicks has 96-yard fumble return to spark South Florida past Kent State 29-2",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/18/c-j-hicks-has-96-yard-fumble-return-to-spark-south-florida-past-kent",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-18T02:38:42.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Winnipeg Free Press",
    "slug": "winnipeg-free-press",
    "url": "https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/uncategorized/2026/10/17/c-j-hicks-has-96-yard-fumble-return-to-spark-south-florida-past-kent-state-29-2"
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  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Tampa, Fla. (AP) — Michael Van Buren Jr. connected for a touchdown pass, followed by backup Luke Kromenhoek gaining a score after coming into the game. South Florida dominated early, frustrating Kent State, and ultimately pulled away to win 29-2 on Saturday night.\n\nIn the first half, the Golden Flashes advanced 77 yards, reaching the USF 3, but were unable to score on a fourth-and-2 play. A subsequent safety occurred, and after a free kick, Kent State reached the USF 1. Dru DeShields attempted a goal-line run on third-down but fumbled, allowing C.J. Hicks to recover the ball and run for a 96-yard touchdown, tying a school record.\n\nAt halftime, the Bulls led 10-2, despite the Golden Flashes having a nearly 11-minute edge in time of possession. The offensive touchdowns occurred in the second half, solidifying South Florida's control. Kromenhoek scored on a 1-yard run, converting a 15-play, 73-yard drive, while Cameron Seldon caught a 36-yard touchdown pass following a five-play, 65-yard drive. Kent State managed only 31 yards of offense in the second half and surrendered the ball on downs three additional times.\n\nKent State: Next game against Akron on Saturday. South Florida: Next game against UAB on Saturday.",
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      {
        "outlet": "Winnipeg Free Press",
        "title": "Donald Barksdale’s kick return gets Youngstown State started in 35-22 win over Northern Iowa",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/18/donald-barksdales-kick-return-gets-youngstown-state-started-in-35-22",
        "published": "2026-10-18T02:02:40.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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