Marshall Scores Decisive 42-28 Football Win Over Middle Tennessee

Marshall University's football team secured a 42-28 victory over Middle Tennessee State, highlighted by quarterback Carlos Del Rio-Wilson's impressive performance with 261 passing yards, four touchdowns, and one rushing touchdown. The game featured a significant 21-point surge in the fourth quarter, which allowed Marshall to overcome a 28-21 deficit and clinch the win, marking their first road win under new coach Tony Gibson and breaking a two-game losing streak against Middle Tennessee. Middle Tennessee's quarterback, Nick Vittiato, threw for 299 yards and two touchdowns but was limited to just 25 yards in the final quarter as Marshall's defense stiffened. In soccer, Marshall also triumphed in their Sun Belt Conference opener with a 2-1 win over Coastal Carolina, overcoming a late equalizer and capitalizing on a penalty kick. Additionally, Marshall's boys soccer team dominated Caldwell County 9-1, pulling away decisively in the second half with multiple goal scorers contributing to the victory. These wins across football and soccer underscore a strong performance period for Marshall's athletic programs.