Southern Miss Golden Eagles defeat Alcorn State Braves 49-3: Recap & Betting Results
Sat, Sep 5, 2026 · NCAAF · Alcorn State Braves 3, Southern Miss Golden Eagles 49
The Southern Miss Golden Eagles beat the Alcorn State Braves 49-3 on Saturday, September 5, 2026, at M. M. Roberts Stadium. The Southern Miss Golden Eagles covered the spread as 19.5-point favorites. The game went over the closing total of 51.5, with 52 points combined.
Alcorn State Braves vs. Southern Miss Golden Eagles final score and game recap
The Southern Miss Golden Eagles led 7-3 after the first quarter and 21-3 at halftime. They outscored the Alcorn State Braves 28-0 in the second half, 21-0 in the third quarter alone. They led at the end of every quarter.
The leading performers, from the box score:
- Tyree Kelly (Alcorn State Braves): 3 catches for 39 yards.
- Malachi Augustus (Alcorn State Braves): 1 catch for 35 yards.
- Steven Robinson (Southern Miss Golden Eagles): 23 carries for 123 yards, 3 rushing touchdowns.
- Jamarice Wilder (Southern Miss Golden Eagles): 14 carries for 90 yards, 2 rushing touchdowns.
Who covered the spread in Alcorn State Braves vs. Southern Miss Golden Eagles?
The Southern Miss Golden Eagles covered the spread as 19.5-point favorites, winning by 46 points.
The spread opened and closed at Southern Miss Golden Eagles -19.5.
Did Alcorn State Braves vs. Southern Miss Golden Eagles go over or under the total?
The game went over: 52 points combined against a closing total of 51.5, over by 0.5. 24 of the 52 points came in the first half.
The total opened at 51 and closed at 51.5.
Alcorn State Braves and Southern Miss Golden Eagles betting trends: 2026 season
This result left the Alcorn State Braves 0-1 in the 2026 regular season. Against the spread, they covered in 0 of 1 game with a closing line on file. Their only game with a closing total went over.
This result left the Southern Miss Golden Eagles 1-0 in the 2026 regular season. Against the spread, they covered in 1 of 1 game with a closing line on file. Their only game with a closing total went over.
What's next for Alcorn State Braves and Southern Miss Golden Eagles?
Next for the Southern Miss Golden Eagles: at the Auburn Tigers on Saturday, September 12, 2026.