Marshall Dominates Georgia State in Convincing Victory: Marshall 30, Georgia State 18
Recap of Marshall vs Georgia State (30-18). Game highlights, key performances, and analysis.
Marshall Dominates Georgia State in Convincing Victory: Marshall 30, Georgia State 18
**Game Result Overview**
The Marshall Thundering Herd secured a hard-fought victory over the Georgia State Panthers with a final score of 30-18. The game, played on November 15, 2025, saw Marshall take control and ultimately outlast Georgia State. The Thundering Herd's offense, led by quarterback Carlos Del Rio-Wilson, proved too much for the Panthers to handle.
**Key Individual Performances**
Carlos Del Rio-Wilson of Marshall had a stellar performance, throwing for 321 yards and three touchdowns on 22 of 27 passing attempts. His accuracy was key to the Thundering Herd's success. On the ground, Michael Allen led Marshall's rushing attack with 43 yards and a touchdown. Toby Payne was Del Rio-Wilson's favorite target, catching five passes for 110 yards and a touchdown. Adrian Norton also contributed with 56 receiving yards and a touchdown. For Georgia State, TJ Finley threw for 251 yards and one touchdown, completing 25 of 39 passes. Jordan Simmons was the standout for the Panthers on the ground, rushing for 164 yards and a touchdown on 19 carries. Ted Hurst led Georgia State's receiving corps with 74 yards on seven receptions, and Grant Hollier added 51 yards and a touchdown.
Defensively, Jibreel Al-Amin of Marshall made a significant impact with 10 tackles. Boogie Trotter added nine tackles for Marshall. Georgia State's Josiah Robinson led all tacklers with 12 tackles, while Kedrick Walker recorded 11 tackles and a sack.
**Turning Points**
Several key plays shaped the outcome of this contest. In the 1st quarter, a 92-yard touchdown run by Jordan Simmons of Georgia State put the Panthers on the board early. Later in the 1st quarter, Carlos Del Rio-Wilson connected with Toby Payne for a 48-yard completion, setting up a scoring opportunity for Marshall. In the 2nd quarter, a 60-yard field goal by Marshall's B. McAlister was a critical score.
In the 3rd quarter, a 41-yard completion from TJ Finley to Ted Hurst kept the Panthers in the game. However, in the 4th quarter, Marshall's defense made crucial stops, including two sacks by Jibreel Al-Amin. A fumble recovery by Marshall's defense after a costly 8-yard loss by Georgia State's TJ Finley further swung momentum in the Thundering Herd's favor. Additionally, a 32-yard completion from Finley to Simmons in the 4th quarter kept Georgia State in the game. These plays highlighted the back-and-forth nature of the game and the impact of both offenses and defenses.
**Looking Ahead**
Marshall will look to build on this performance as they continue their season. The Thundering Herd's strong passing game and effective defense will be crucial as they aim for continued success. Georgia State will need to regroup and address defensive issues, especially the ability to prevent big plays. The Panthers will look to their rushing attack and quarterback TJ Finley to lead the team in future matchups.