The Western Kentucky Hilltoppers (5-2) take on a conference opponent when they host the Kennesaw State Owls (1-6) on Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at Houchens Industries-L.T. Smith Stadium in a CUSA showdown.
The Hilltoppers’ game against the Owls will be airing on ESPN2.
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When is Western Kentucky vs. Kennesaw State and when does it start?
This matchup between the Hilltoppers and Owls will take place on Wednesday, October 30, 2024. You should expect the kickoff at 7:30 p.m. ET.
Where to watch Western Kentucky vs. Kennesaw State
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Western Kentucky Stats & Insights
The Hilltoppers head into the matchup after winning 31-14 over the Sam Houston Bearkats in their last outing on Oct. 16.
Western Kentucky is totaling 400.6 yards per game on offense, which ranks 62nd in the FBS. Defensively, the Hilltoppers rank 89th, surrendering 387.7 yards per contest.
On offense, the Hilltoppers rank 27th in the FBS with 279.1 passing yards per game. Meanwhile, they rank 78th in passing yards allowed per contest (225.6).
Western Kentucky is compiling 121.4 rushing yards per game on offense, which ranks them 105th in the FBS. The team’s defensive unit ranks 91st, allowing 162.1 rushing yards per game.
Offensively, the Hilltoppers rank 63rd in the FBS with 28.7 points per game. Meanwhile, they rank 55th in points allowed (387.7 points allowed per contest).
Kennesaw State Stats & Insights
Last time out, the Owls won 27-24 over the Liberty Flames.
Kennesaw State has been struggling offensively, ranking worst with 241.6 total yards per game. It has been more productive on the other side of the ball, surrendering 402.6 total yards per contest (104th-ranked).
The Owls’ passing offense has been a bottom-25 unit this season, generating 135.0 passing yards per game, which ranks sixth-worst in the FBS. On defense, they rank 91st with 231.7 passing yards surrendered per contest.
Kennesaw State’s running game has not been getting things done, ranking 14th-worst in the FBS with 106.6 rushing yards per game. It has been more effective on defense, giving up 170.9 rushing yards per contest (101st-ranked).
The Owls have been unproductive on both offense and defense this season, ranking third-worst in points (15.0 per game) and 25th-worst in points allowed (31.1 per game).
Western Kentucky Key Players to Watch
Caden Veltkamp leads Western Kentucky with 1,428 passing yards (204.0 ypg) on 114-of-164 passing with 14 touchdowns compared to five interceptions this season. He also adds 98 rushing yards (14.0 ypg) on 58 carries while scoring five touchdowns on the ground.
Elijah Young has carried the ball 102 times for a team-high 375 yards (53.6 per game), with two touchdowns this year. He’s also tacked on 24 catches for 227 yards (32.4 per game) and one touchdown.
This season George Hart III has racked up 119 yards (17.0 per game) on 18 attempts.
Kisean Johnson’s 493 receiving yards (70.4 yards per game) lead the team. He has 37 receptions with four touchdowns.
Easton Messer has put up a 358-yard season so far (51.1 receiving yards per game) with two touchdowns, hauling in 28 passes.
River Helms’ 19 receptions have netted him 228 yards (32.6 ypg) and two touchdowns.
Kennesaw State Key Players to Watch
Davis Bryson leads Kennesaw State with 805 passing yards (134.2 ypg) on 73-of-131 passing with three touchdowns compared to six interceptions this season. He also adds 115 rushing yards (19.2 ypg) on 54 carries.
Michael Benefield has carried the ball 75 times for a team-high 296 yards (42.3 per game), with two touchdowns this year.
This season Qua Ashley has 153 receiving yards (21.9 per game) on 15 catches, while also racking up 252 rushing yards (36.0 per game) on 76 carries with one touchdown.
Blake Bohannon’s team-leading 159 receiving yards (22.7 yards per game) have come on 14 receptions.
Jaden Robinson’s eight receptions have netted him 132 yards (18.9 ypg).
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