Published October 31, 2026 · By the Goalorithm model desk
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Game report
On Friday, October 30, the Sacramento State Hornets beat the Kent State Golden Flashes 31-10 in college football. The Sacramento State Hornets had 1 turnover, while the Kent State Golden Flashes had 5; Isaiah Ene ran for 107 yards on 19 carries, with 2 touchdowns.
The numbers
The Sacramento State Hornets gained 278 total yards, including 117 net passing yards and 161 rushing yards. The Kent State Golden Flashes had 302 total yards, 209 net passing yards and 93 rushing yards.
The Sacramento State Hornets made 16 first downs, held possession for 34:47 and converted 35.3% of third downs. The Kent State Golden Flashes made 15 first downs, held possession for 25:13 and converted 30.8% of third downs.
Top performers
For the Sacramento State Hornets, Jackson Sharman completed 14 of 25 passes for 117 yards. Isaiah Ene ran for 107 yards on 19 carries, with 2 touchdowns, and Onterrio Smith Jr. caught 2 passes for 40 yards. Donovan Turner had an interception and returned an interception for a touchdown; Grant Meadors made 3 of 3 field goals.