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Texas State Smacks Nicholls 35-3 to Win Battle for the Paddle
Brad Jackson led Texas State with 180 passing yards and two rushing touchdowns in their 35-3 win, marking their third consecutive victory in the rivalry series.
- On Saturday, September 20, Texas State secured a 35-3 victory over Nicholls State at UFCU Stadium in San Marcos, reclaiming the historic Paddle Trophy between the two teams.
- Texas State relied heavily on its rushing game after allowing 97 points in the first three weeks, leading to a strong defensive and offensive showing.
- Brad Jackson scored two rushing touchdowns and helped cap a 92-yard drive, while Lincoln Pare led rushers with 64 yards and three other players also scored rushing touchdowns.
- The game attracted one of the largest crowds in Texas State history, with attendance surpassing 30,000 fans, and coach G.J. Kinne expressed that the team will review the game footage to improve, emphasizing that their current performance reflects their true identity.
- Following the victory, Texas State improved to 3-1 and will have a bye week before starting Sun Belt play at Arkansas State on October 4 at 6 p.m.
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Jackson's 2 rushing touchdowns lead Texas State to 35-3 rivalry win over Nicholls
Brad Jackson threw for 180 yards and rushed for two touchdowns and Texas State beat Nicholls 35-3 in the Battle for the Paddle rivalry.
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Texas State fan Vinnie Carson holds the Paddle trophy after Texas State beat Nicholls State 35-3 Saturday, Sep. 20 at UFCU Stadium. (Ayden Oredson) Texas State’s (3-1) rushing offense combined for 207 yards in front of a packed UFCU Stadium in San Marcos Saturday night as the Bobcats beat rivals Nicholls State (1-3) 35-3 and brought home the historic Paddle Trophy. The fireworks started early for the Bobcats as redshirt freshman Brad Jackson com…
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