Kent State Golden Flashes News

Wayne Harris - Leading receiver in loss Harris posted three receptions (on seven targets) for 122 yards and one touchdown during Friday's 31-10 loss versus Sacramento State.

Impact Despite catching only three passes, Harris led his team in receiving yards (122) in Friday's defeat against the Hornets. This marked the third time that the wide receiver has totaled at least 100 receiving yards this season. The West Virginia native scored on a 92-yard strike from Dru DeShields to open the scoring for the Golden Flashes in the first quarter. The sophomore wide receiver has 43 catches for 674 yards and five touchdowns this year.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Dru DeShields - Disappointing performance in loss DeShields completed 16 of 33 passes for 190 yards, one touchdown and one interception during Friday's 31-10 loss to Sacramento State. He also had 10 rushes for 43 yards.

Impact DeShields completed just 48.4 percent of his 33 passes during Friday's blowout loss to the Hornets. The quarterback threw a 92-yard pass to Wayne Harris for a touchdown to open the scoring in the first quarter. Through nine games, the Ohio native has 1,629 passing yards, 260 rushing yards, 13 total touchdowns and seven interceptions.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Da'Realyst Clark - Did not play Friday Clark did not play in Friday's 31-10 loss to Sacramento State.

Impact Clark entered Friday's game as questionable but he did not end up playing in the loss. It marked his first absence of the season after he suffered an injury during Week 8. He'll hope to return for next Tuesday's game at Bowling Green.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Isaiah Ene helps Sacramento State beat Kent State 31-10 for first MAC win

Freshman Isaiah Ene had a career-high 107 yards rushing and two touchdowns on 19 carries, Donovan Turner returned an interception 36-yards for a score and Sacramento State beat Ken...

OCTOBER 31 • Associated Press

Terik Mulder - Not playing Friday Mulder (undisclosed) is out for Friday's clash with Sacramento State, per the MAC availability report.

Impact Mulder will be held out for the fourth consecutive week as he continues to work through an undisclosed injury. The senior tight end will aim to be back on the field for the team's next game against Bowling Green on Nov. 10.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Da'Realyst Clark - Status in question for Week 9 Clark carries a questionable tag ahead of Friday's clash with Sacramento State, per the MAC availability report.

Impact Clark is uncertain to play Friday, and a decision on his status will be made closer to the 10:30 p.m. ET kickoff. The wideout has been excellent for Kent State this season, tallying 23 catches for 278 yards and a touchdown in eight appearances.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Mason King - Out for Week 9 King (undisclosed) won't play Friday's game versus Sacramento State, per the MAC availability report.

Impact King will miss his third consecutive matchup as he tends to an undisclosed injury. The senior running back will aim to be available for the team's next meeting against Bowling Green on Nov. 10.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Wayne Harris - Scores trio of TDs in win Harris reeled in 9 of 17 targets for 156 yards and three touchdowns during Saturday's 35-20 win versus Akron.

Impact After being targeted 17 times, Harris reeled in three touchdowns on nine catches in Saturday's win over the Zips. The wide receiver opened the scoring for his team by catching a one-yard pass from Dru DeShields, then followed it up with 55- and 19-yard touchdowns to pad the lead. The West Virginia native has 40 receptions for 552 yards and four touchdowns this season.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Dru DeShields - Registers five TDs in win DeShields completed 18 of 33 passes for 294 yards and four touchdowns during Saturday's 35-20 victory against Akron. He also had eight rushes for 28 yards with one touchdown.

Impact DeShields posted his best performance of the season, scoring five total touchdowns in Saturday's win over the Zips. The quarterback also posted a season-high 294 passing yards on 18 completions. The Ohio native has 1,439 passing yards, 217 rushing yards, 12 total touchdowns and six interceptions this season.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Dru DeShields throws 4 TDs passes, runs for another score; Kent State beats Akron 35-20

Dru DeShields threw four touchdown passes and added a rushing touchdown, Wayne Harris had nine receptions for 156 yards and three TDs, and Kent State beat Akron 35-20

OCTOBER 24 • Associated Press

Teaunn Hunter - Available Saturday Hunter (undisclosed) will suit up for Saturday's game versus Akron, per the MAC availability report.

Impact Hunter isn't much of a fantasy threat, having yet to record a reception this year, but he'll supply some depth in the wide receiver room should opportunity knock.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Terik Mulder - Out Saturday Mulder (undisclosed) has been ruled out for Saturday's contest versus Akron, per the MAC availability report.

Impact Mulder will remain sidelined for a third-consecutive game as the Golden Flashes face off against the Zips. The 6-foot-5 senior tight end, who has logged six receptions for 61 yards across five games, will have his next chance to return Friday against Sacramento State.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Mason King - Will sit out the matchup versus Akron King (undisclosed) won't play Saturday's clash with Akron, per the MAC availability report.

Impact King will miss his second consecutive contest, leaving the Golden Flashes down one of its primary options in the backfield. He'll have another opportunity to rejoin the action next Friday at Sacramento State, but Brandon White and Jakorion Caffey should handle most of the workload without him.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 21 • FOX SPORTS

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Dru DeShields - Fails to produce in loss DeShields was 17-for-30 passing for 165 yards during Saturday's 29-2 loss versus South Florida. He also had nine rushes for 12 yards.

Impact DeShields did not lead any scoring drives for his team during a blowout loss to the Bulls on Saturday. The quarterback completed 56.6 percent of his 30 passes, averaging 5.5 yards per completion. The Ohio native has 1,145 passing yards, 189 rushing yards, seven total touchdowns and six interceptions this year.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

C.J. Hicks has 96-yard fumble return to spark South Florida past Kent State 29-2

Michael Van Buren Jr., threw a touchdown pass, backup Luke Kromenhoek came in to run for a score and South Florida frustrated Kent State early and pulled away for a 29-2 win

OCTOBER 18 • Associated Press

Teaunn Hunter - Won't play Saturday Hunter (undisclosed) will miss Saturday's game versus South Florida, per the MAC availability report.

Impact Hunter is set to miss his third outing of the campaign due to an undisclosed injury. He has yet to catch a pass this season, failing to haul in either of his two targets, and will look to make his return next week versus South Florida.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Terik Mulder - Won't play Saturday Mulder (undisclosed) will miss Saturday's game versus South Florida, per the MAC availability report.

Impact Mulder won't be an option to play against USF, but he hasn't been a big contributor on offense. It remains to be seen when he'll be able to step back on the field.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Mason King - Out versus USF King (undisclosed) will miss Saturday's game versus South Florida, per the MAC availability report.

Impact King will not be an option in the backfield and is set to miss his first game of the season. The running back splits carries with Brandon White, positioning Jakorion Caffey to see an increased workload in his absence.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Wayne Harris - Records 164 yards in loss Harris gathered in 11 of 15 targets for 164 yards during Saturday's 38-7 loss to Western Michigan.

Impact After being targeted 15 times, Harris reeled in 11 catches for 164 yards, a season high, in Saturday's blowout loss to the Broncos. The wide receiver has 27 catches for 368 yards and one touchdown this season.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Dru DeShields - Struggles in blowout loss DeShields was 19-for-35 passing for 223 yards, one touchdown and one interception during Saturday's 38-7 loss versus Western Michigan.

Impact DeShields completed 54 percent of his 35 passes during Saturday's loss to the Broncos. The quarterback registered his third start with at least 200 passing yards this campaign. The Ohio native has 980 passing yards, 177 rushing yards, seven total touchdowns and six interceptions this season.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Lowry's 3TDs pace Western Michigan to another win over Kent State 38-7

Broc Lowry threw for 257 yards and three touchdowns and Western Michigan continued its mastery over Kent State with a 38-7 win

OCTOBER 11 • Associated Press

Terik Mulder - Out Week 6 Mulder (undisclosed) will not appear in Saturday's game against Western Michigan.

Impact Mulder will miss his first game of the season due to undisclosed reasons as the Rockets face off against the Broncos. The 6-foot-5 senior tight end has compiled six receptions for 61 yards across five games this fall. In his absence, Hunter Hopperton should be more involved for Kent State.

OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Zy'aire Fletcher - Target and reception during Week 5 Fletcher (undisclosed) logged one reception for five yards during Kent's 13-10 loss Saturday against Ohio.

Impact For the 2026 NCAA season, Fletcher's latest target is his third. Last year, he logged two receptions for 47 yards.

OCTOBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Matt Vezza's TD proves difference in Ohio's 13-10 win over Kent State

Ohio wins its Mid-American Conference opener with a 13-10 victory over Kent State

OCTOBER 3 • Associated Press

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Isaiah Ene helps Sacramento State beat Kent State 31-10 for first MAC win

Dru DeShields throws 4 TDs passes, runs for another score; Kent State beats Akron 35-20

How Backup QBs Are Impacting The Success Or Demise Of College Football Teams

C.J. Hicks has 96-yard fumble return to spark South Florida past Kent State 29-2

Lowry's 3TDs pace Western Michigan to another win over Kent State 38-7

Matt Vezza's TD proves difference in Ohio's 13-10 win over Kent State