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Ja'Vin Simkins scores twice in 4th quarter and UAB defeats Charlotte 23-12

Ja’Vin Simkins ran for two fourth-quarter touchdowns, Rod Robinson II ran for 101 yards and UAB defeated Charlotte 23-12

21 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Jaden Barnes - Scores first TD with 49ers Barnes caught 8 of 13 targets for 66 yards and one touchdown during Friday's 38-31 overtime loss to Tulane.

Impact Barnes has been tallying consistent receptions and receiving yards throughout the season but was still aiming to score a touchdown until he accomplished the feat against Tulane's secondary. He hauled in a 22-yard pass as he was one of two wideouts to catch a touchdown pass alongside fellow wideout Derrick Eley. Through eight games, he has recorded 48 catches for 462 receiving yards and one touchdown.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Derrick Eley - Notches TD in overtime defeat Eley compiled three receptions (on six targets) for 45 yards and one touchdown during Friday's 38-31 overtime loss versus Tulane.

Impact Eley provided a scoring lift on both the rushing and receiving ends of the offense Saturday. The wideout hauled in a 16-yard pass late in the second quarter to extend his touchdown streak to three consecutive games. He was also utilized as a power back, punching in a one-yard score on fourth down to begin the team's first offensive possession of the fourth quarter. It marked his second rushing attempt of the season, as he has now notched a carry in back-to-back games, showcasing his versatility on offense.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Khamani Alexander - Adds fifth TD of the season Alexander accrued seven carries for 55 yards and one touchdown and caught their only target for four yards during Friday's 38-31 overtime loss to Tulane.

Impact Alexander's workload on the ground has trended downward over the past few weeks. The running back has been outperformed by Henry Rutledge as of late, and Rutledge served as a dependable focal point of the backfield Saturday by rushing for 104 yards on 21 carries. Alexander still managed to score a rushing touchdown, continuing a trend of providing scoring value over his last two contests. Moving forward, he should continue to see touches, but not the heavy workload he handled at the beginning of the season.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Henry Rutledge - Erupts for 200 total yards Rutledge logged 22 rushes for 121 yards and hauled in all four targets for 79 yards during Friday's 38-31 overtime defeat against Tulane.

Impact Rutledge starred as a ball carrier and receiver Saturday, recording his second consecutive contest with over 100 rushing yards and logging a season-high 79 receiving yards that led all Charlotte pass catchers. His workload in the backfield continues to spike, surpassing 20 rushing attempts for the first time this season. Although he failed to find the end zone, he has established himself as the lead back moving forward.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Conner Harrell - Solid performance in OT loss Harrell completed 23 of 36 passes for 239 yards and two touchdowns during Friday's 38-31 overtime defeat against Tulane. He also had 12 rushes for 34 yards.

Impact Although Charlotte fell short, Harrell continues to look more comfortable in the team's offense as he started his third contest of the season Saturday. Part of that development could be due to a previous bye week that allowed him to continue working with the first-team offense after beginning the campaign as the backup. The quarterback once again led the 49ers' offense to score over 30 points after failing to accomplish that feat since Week 1. He threw two touchdowns, finding Jaden Barnes and Derrick Eley to bring his season total to five passing scores. He had a chance to tie the game in overtime but could not connect with Barnes, resulting in a turnover on downs. On a positive note, Harrell continues to showcase his dual-threat capability and growing command of the system.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Tulane rallies from 10-point deficit, beats Charlotte 38-31 in OT

Johnnie Daniels had 99 yards rushing and two touchdowns, TJ Smith returned a kickoff 95 yards for a touchdown and Tulane rallied from a 10-point fourth-quarter deficit to beat Char...

OCTOBER 31 • Associated Press

Jimmar Boston - Available versus Tulane Boston (undisclosed) is set to suit up for Friday's contest versus Tulane, per the American Athletic availability report.

Impact Boston is available, but the receiver has just three catches for 29 yards this fall; he's not a big factor in the 49ers' passing attack.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Derrick Eley - TD in back-to-back games Eley caught 6 of 9 targets for 96 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 38-31 win versus Temple.

Impact Eley led Charlotte's receiving corps with six receptions for 96 yards, highlighted by a 32-yard grab. He reeled in a 24-yard touchdown during the third quarter to bring his season total to three scoring catches. The wideout is emerging as the favorite target for quarterback Conner Harrell, recording eight catches for 175 yards and two scores over his last two outings.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Henry Rutledge - Eclipses century mark in win Rutledge totaled 17 rushes for 123 yards and hauled in all two targets for negative nine yards during Saturday's 38-31 victory over Temple.

Impact Rutledge has seen an uptick in carries over his last two outings, logging double-digit attempts in consecutive contests. He began the game as the starting running back and led the team with 123 rushing yards. Rutledge is gradually carving out a prominent role in the backfield.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Conner Harrell - Four total touchdowns in win Harrell completed 23 of 31 passes for 281 yards and two touchdowns during Saturday's 38-31 win against Temple. He also had seven rushes for 22 yards with two touchdowns.

Impact Harrell bounced back in his second start under center after throwing two interceptions in Week 6 against North Texas. The quarterback was turnover-free and efficient through the air, completing 23 of 31 passes (74.2 percent). He accounted for four total scores, finding the end zone twice as a passer and rusher. It was a positive sign to see the signal-caller produce on the ground, as he displayed upside as a runner with Charlotte last year, when he logged 28 carries for 67 yards and two touchdowns. Initial concerns emerged regarding whether he would maintain the starting job after struggling in his first start, but he delivered to help the 49ers secure their first win of the season. He has an upcoming bye to rest before the team returns to action against Tulane on Oct. 30.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Jimmar Boston - DNP vs. Temple Boston (undisclosed) did not play during Saturday's 38-31 victory over Temple.

Impact Boston was held out of Saturday's contest for undisclosed reasons, marking his second missed game of the season. The 5-foot-11 receiver hasn't been very involved with the Charlotte offense this season,catching three total passes for 29 scoreless yards through five games played. His next chance to return will come against Tulane following Charlotte's upcoming bye.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Harrell accounts for 4 touchdowns as Charlotte gets first win, 38-31 over Temple

Conner Harrell threw for two touchdowns and ran for two more, leading Charlotte to a 38-31 victory over Temple for the 49ers first win of the season

OCTOBER 17 • Associated Press

Jaden Barnes - Posts 94 yards in lopsided defeat Barnes gathered in 9 of 11 targets for 94 yards during Saturday's 50-10 loss versus North Texas.

Impact Barnes recorded a team-high nine receptions and 94 receiving yards against North Texas. The wideout produced his best performance following a quiet stretch caused by inconsistent quarterback play. Through six games, he has totaled 343 yards on 52 receptions this season. He will aim to continue establishing himself as a reliable target for newly starting quarterback Conner Harrell against Temple in Week 7.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Derrick Eley - Scores lone touchdown in loss Eley caught all two targets for 79 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 50-10 defeat to North Texas.

Impact Eley provided the lone offensive touchdown for Charlotte on Saturday, beating the Mean Green's secondary to haul in a 75-yard score in the second quarter. The wideout made the most of minimal targets, finishing the contest with 79 receiving yards, which was the second-most on the team.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Conner Harrell - Struggles in start Harrell completed 15 of 22 passes for 218 yards, one touchdown and two interceptions during Saturday's 50-10 loss versus North Texas. He also had five rushes for negative five yard...

Impact Harrell secured his first start of the season Saturday with former starter Cole Gonzales relegated to the bench. The quarterback's first offensive drive did not go to plan, with Harrell throwing an early interception, eventually finishing the game with two picks. He did connect with Derrick Eley on a 75-yard scoring pass for his first passing touchdown of the season. Charlotte's offense has struggled immensely, and the quarterback change failed to resolve any issues, but Harrell appears set to remain under center for the 49ers moving forward.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Tayven Jackson's 5 touchdown passes lead the way and North Texas routs Charlotte 50-10

Tayven Jackson threw five touchdown passes, setting a personal best for the second consecutive game, and North Texas routed Charlotte 50-10

OCTOBER 10 • Associated Press

How to watch Charlotte vs North Texas: Live stream NCAA College Football, TV channel The Charlotte 49ers will look for their first victory of the season when they visit the North Texas Mean Green for an American Conference ma...

OCTOBER 10 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

Jeremiah Hoffman - Good to go Saturday Hoffman is available for Saturday's game at North Texas, per the AAC availability report.

Impact Hoffman, who has not played yet this season, is off the report and is available for Saturday's contest. He still may not see much of the field though given his place on the depth chart.

OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Conner Harrell - Should be available for 49ers Hunter Bailey of The Charlotte ObserverHarrell (undisclosed) was a full participant at practice Monday and the quarterback should be good to go for Week 6 at North Texas, per Hunte...

Impact Harrell has played sparingly this season as he's battled injury. The gunslinger remains behind Cole Gonzales on the depth chart, although the latter has struggled as the 49ers starter and has been spelled at times by Harrell and Jaylen White. Charlotte's plan at quarterback remains somewhat unclear, but it should have all three signal-callers ready to toll against the Mean Green.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Henry Rutledge - Long touchdown against Memphis Rutledge recorded six rushes for 111 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 59-8 defeat against Memphis.

Impact Rutledge was the lone bright spot in Charlotte's offense, recording the team's only score. He broke free for a 75-yard touchdown run to begin the second half, marking his first touchdown of the season. He ended the game leading Charlotte with 111 rushing yards, outperforming Khamani Alexander (6-25-0) and likely earning himself a larger share of the backfield workload moving forward.

OCTOBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Cole Gonzales - Two turnovers in blowout loss Gonzales was 6-for-14 passing for 73 yards and one interception during Saturday's 59-8 defeat versus Memphis.

Impact Gonzales extended his interception streak against Memphis, tossing his seventh of the season. For the second consecutive game, the quarterback completed fewer than ten passes and fell short of 100 passing yards. Those offensive struggles have been evident for Charlotte, a unit that has totaled just 15 points over its last two games. Gonzales surprisingly played three full quarters before giving way to Jaylen White, who finished out the contest. It appears to be only a matter of time before a change is made under center, though Gonzales remains the starter for now.

OCTOBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Jeremiah Hoffman - Doesn't play vs. Memphis Hoffman (undisclosed) did not play in Saturday's 59-8 loss to Memphis.

Impact Hoffman wasn't an option in the passing attack for Charlotte due to an undisclosed injury. The wideout will aim to suit up in Week 6 against North Texas.

OCTOBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

How to watch Memphis vs Charlotte: Live stream NCAA College Football, TV channel The Memphis Tigers open American Conference play on the road Saturday against the Charlotte 49ers at Jerry Richardson Stadium. Memphis enter...

OCTOBER 3 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

Jeremiah Hoffman - Questionable Saturday Hoffman (undisclosed) is questionable for Saturday's game versus Memphis, per the AAC availability report.

Impact Hoffman, who has yet to appear in a game this season, is considered questionable shortly before Saturday's contest. It's unlikely he will see much of the field even if he's available considering his place on the depth chart.

OCTOBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

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Ja'Vin Simkins scores twice in 4th quarter and UAB defeats Charlotte 23-12

Tulane rallies from 10-point deficit, beats Charlotte 38-31 in OT

Harrell accounts for 4 touchdowns as Charlotte gets first win, 38-31 over Temple

Tayven Jackson's 5 touchdown passes lead the way and North Texas routs Charlotte 50-10