Old MEAC Foe on Deck for Cats Football

ORANGEBURG, SC. – For the third straight week to open the season, the Wildcats are on the road as the meet former Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference foe and Celebration Bowl representative, South Carolina State, Saturday, September 13 at 6 p.m. at Oliver C. Dawson Stadium.

The game will be streamed live on ESPN+. Fans can listen to B-CU’s coverage of the game live for free at YouTube.com/CatEyeNetwork, BCUAthletics.com/Radio, and locally in Daytona Beach at 1380 WELE

Saturday, September 6

Opponent: South Carolina State (1-0)

Time: 6 p.m. EST

Location: Orangeburg, SC | Oliver C. Dawson Stadium

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No. 5 University of Miami racked up 543 yards of total offense Saturday evening as the Hurricanes defeated FCS opponent Bethune-Cookman, 45-3 in front of an announced crowd of 60,617 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida.

For Bethune-Cookman (0-2), the Hurricanes marked their highest-ranked FBS team ever faced, surpassing the previously eighth-ranked and eventual national champion Florida State in 2013.

With fifth-ranked Miami (2-0) leading 14- after the opening quarter, the Hurricanes pushed the lead to 21 on their opening possession of the second stanza.

A drive that took 5:01 off the clock saw a mixture of quarterback Carson Beck and running back CharMar Brown march 68 yards down the field for what was the third score on three drives for the Canes. Beck hooked up with CJ Daniels through the air for a 13-yard play down the middle, followed two plays later by a Beck completion to Ray Ray Joseph for 18 yards into Bethune-Cookman territory. After Beck hooked up with Elija Lofton to take the ball down to the Wildcats two yard line, it was a Brown plunge up the middle to put the hosts up 21-0.

Bethune-Cookman got on the board following its best drive of the game late in the second quarter.

Quarterback Timmy McClain went a perfect 7-for-7 passing on the drive, connecting with four different receivers, including a 21-yard strike to Josh Evans that saw the Wildcats reach Miami territory for the first time on the evening. McClain completed three consecutive passes before Marqui Johnson rushed for two yards down to the Miami 15 yard line, allowing Juan Dominguez to register his fourth field goal of the season – this one a 32-yard kick that brought the Cats to within 21-3.

The Hurricanes would respond to complete a half in which they never punted, driving 65 yards in just under three minutes to tally their fourth touchdown of the game. Despite Beck connecting on his first 15 passes of the game – before an incompletion on the final drive for the Canes of the first half, it was Mark Fletcher Jr. with 17 yards rushing on the drive. Beck would cap the drive with a five-yard connection with Daniels to the corner of the end zone for a leaping catch that advanced the lead, 28-3.

That’s where the score would stand at the half.

Miami marched down the field 75 yards on nine plays and took 4:21 off the clock to begin the second half, as Fletcher went into the end zone for his second score of the gamer on the ground. That allowed the host Hurricanes to lead 35-3.

The Canes made it 42-3 at the start of the fourth quarter when a pair of Emory Williams completions to Ny Carr and Brock Schott were followed for the rushing score by a Girard Pringle Jr. 30-yard scamper through the line and to the end zone. The PAT was followed by Will Rocha.

It didn’t take Miami long to open the scoring, as the Hurricanes took just 1:58 off the clock on their first drive of the contest, in a drive that spanned 90 yards on just five plays. Beck finished the drive a perfect 4-for-4 passing, connecting with Daniels for a 40-yard score down the middle through the air – followed by the extra-point from Carter Davis to make it 7-0 just over five minutes into the game.

The Canes would strike again on their next drive, using a heavy dose of Fletcher as he covered 51 yards himself on the drive, culminating in a 16-yard score up the middle for the 14-0 advantage.

The Canes would finish the game’s scoring with two minutes remaining on the strength of a Bert Auburn 31-yard field goal to produce the 45-3 final score.

Miami’s offense was paced by Beck’s 22-for-24 passing performance for 267 yards and two touchdowns through the air. Fletcher added 86 yards and two scores on the ground. And it was receiver Malachi Toney finishing the night with six receptions for 80 yards, while Daniels tallied two touchdowns on five receptions for 63 yards.

The Canes defense was highlighted by Kellen Wiley Jr. with five tackles.

Bethune-Cookman got steady play from the quarterback dup of McClain and Cam’Ron Ransom. McClain finished 13 of 16 passing for 86 yards. Ransom turned in a team-high 39 yards rushing on just five carries. Running back Khamani Robinson had 38 yards on nine carries for the Wildcats.

The Cats defense used a game-high tying nine tackles from Stephen Sparrow Jr. and Gabe White, respectively. Sparrow also added a quarterback sack, while White had a pair of pass deflections. And it was Dominguez who continued his perfect start kicking to the season, now sitting 4-for-4 on field goals early in the campaign.

South Carolina State is off to a 1-1 start on the year after a narrow 16-15 win over Wofford and a 38-10 loss at the hands of #10/11 South Carolina on September 6. The Bulldogs entered the year off a 9-3 resurgence in 2024 under then first-year head coach Chennis Berry, culminating in a 28-7 loss in the Cricket Celebration Bowl on December 14.

The Bulldogs were picked to repeat as MEAC champions according to conference head coaches and sports information directors. Three Bulldogs were named to preseason All-MEAC teams. Defensive back Jarod Washington and defensive lineman Josh Barker were named to the first team, while offensive lineman Roger Smith was named to the second team.

South Carolina State has rushed for 238 yards on the season on just over two yards per attempt while passing for an average of 339 yards per game. Two quarterbacks have appeared in both games to start the season, with William Atkins IV leading the way with 299 yards on 29-48 passing. The Bulldogs two touchdowns on the season, however came off the arm of QB Ryan Stubblefield.

Defensively, defensive end Mike Lunz has led the way with three sacks and 4.5 tackles for loss, as well as a hurry.

OLD FRIENDS

Saturday’s meeting with South Carolina State is the latest chapter in a storied history between the two former conference-mates. The Cats and Dogs have not faced off since 2022, but Saturday marks the 62nd meeting all-time between the two squads dating back to 1956. Only Florida A&M has faced off with B-CU more often than South Carolina State

QB CAROUSEL

Two quarterbacks saw action in both games to start the 2025 campaign. Both Cam Ransom and Timmy McClain have started a game this season. McClain leads the way in the pass ing department with 250 yards and a 70% completion percentage to Ransom’s 90 yards and 50% completion percentage. Ransom has been the more effective rusher, however, running for 35 yards on 4.4 yards per carry to -4 yards for McClain on 12 rushes.

KICKING IT

Redshirt Junior Kicker Juan Domin guez has been perfect in his first four field goal attempts at B-CU with a long of 35. He becomes the first Wildcat to connect on his first four kicks in a season since Xavier McDonald made five straight to open the 2019 season – McDonald made only six field goals that season and did not make his fourth until the seventh game of the year.

END ZONE ALLERGIES

The B-CU offense has consisted of only four field goals through two games. It marks the second straight season in which the Wildcats have failed to record a touchdown through their first two contests.

STAYING DISCIPLINED

Though the first two games of the 2025 season, B-CU is averaging 47 penalty yards per game. The Wild cats struggled in the category last season, averaging over 64 penalty yards per game.

WHOSE BALL IS IT ANYWAY

Time of possession has not been an issue in the early season for the Wildcats, with B-CU and opponent time of possession separated by only 12 seconds through two games.

Saturday marks the 62ns meeting all-time between B-CU and South Carolina State. The Bulldogs lead the all-time series, 35-25-1, and have won three straight dating back to 2018.

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–#HailWildcats—

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How Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel Are Navigating ‘New Normal’

Jessica Biel has been by husband Justin Timberlake’s side amid his battle with Lyme disease.

“Jessica has been extremely supportive of Justin’s health and wellness,” an insider revealed exclusively in the latest issue of Us Weekly, on newsstands now. “They’re both strong people, and they’re great at finding a good balance for both of their needs.”

Timberlake, 44, revealed his “relentlessly debilitating” diagnoses via Instagram on July 31, opening up about the “massive amount of nerve pain,” fatigue and sickness he’d been feeling behind the scenes of his Forget Tomorrow World Tour, which concluded on July 30.

“Among other things, I’ve been battling some health issues, and was diagnosed with Lyme disease — which I don’t say so you feel bad for me — but to shed some light on what I’ve been up against behind the scenes,” the “Mirrors” singer wrote. “I was faced with a personal decision. Stop touring? Or, keep going and figure it out. I decided the joy that performing brings me far outweighs the fleeting stress my body was feeling. I’m so glad I kept going.”

He continued: “Not only did I prove my mental tenacity to myself but I now have so many special moments with all of you that I will never forget. I was reluctant to talk about this because I was always raised to keep something like this to yourself. But I am trying to be more transparent about my struggles so that they aren’t misinterpreted.”

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Despite balancing several of her own acting and business endeavors, Biel, 43, has been a beacon of support for the Grammy winner and their sons, Silas, 10, and Phineas, 5, who are her “first priority,” according to the insider.

“She’s been incredibly emotionally supportive when he needs her,” the insider said. “They’re navigating Justin’s new normal very well. … The family cherishes their time with each other more than ever.”

Moreover, their extended family has been pitching in to support and spread positivity.

“They have so much support around them too [from] both Justin and Jessica’s family,” said the source. “He has so much love around him and everyone’s just praying for his healing, for a full recovery.”

Following the tour, which kicked off in April 2024 and included a total of 121 shows, Timberlake has been focused on rest and his businesses, taking time to write and play music at home as well, which has been “very relaxing and therapeutic for him,” the insider says.

The singer shared his own gratitude for his wife and sons’ support in his Instagram statement, writing, “Nothing is more powerful than your unconditional love. You are my heart and my home. I’m on my way…”

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Where to watch South Carolina-Missouri game: time, SEC schedule

The college football season is in full swing, and the battle for Southeastern Conference supremacy is heating up.

In a game between ranked SEC opponents, No. 22 Missouri will be at home Saturday to host the No. 24 South Carolina Gamecocks in Columbia, Missouri.

We have everything you need to know about the matchup, including the kickoff time, betting odds and TV info, as well as the recent results and future schedules for Missouri and South Carolina.

Don’t miss a second of SEC action in Week 4! And be sure to check back all season long for the latest updates on college football’s marquee matchups.

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What time does the South Carolina-Missouri college football game start Sept. 20?

The South Carolina Gamecocks and Missouri Tigers will play at 7 p.m. ET Sept. 20, 2025.

Where is the South Carolina-Missouri college football game happening Sept. 20?

South Carolina and Missouri will kick off from Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium in Columbia, Missouri.

Where to watch South Carolina-Missouri college football game on Sept. 20

The game will air on ESPN and can be streamed live on Fubo.

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Betting odds for South Carolina-Missouri game on Sept. 20

Missouri is a 9.5-point favorite over South Carolina. Over/Under: 48.5 points

College football odds courtesy of BetMGM Sportsbook. For a full list of updated sports betting odds, access USA TODAY Sports Betting Scores Odds Hub.

Missouri Tigers record, most recent results

Missouri is 3-0 and most recently defeated Louisiana 52-10 on Sept. 13.

South Carolina Gamecocks record, most recent results

South Carolina is 2-1 and most recently lost to Vanderbilt 31-7 on Sept. 13.

Missouri football schedule: next three Tigers games

UMass (Sept. 27, home), Alabama (Oct. 11, home), Auburn (Oct. 18, away)

South Carolina football schedule: next three Gamecocks games

Kentucky (Sept. 27, home), LSU (Oct. 11, away), Oklahoma (Oct. 18, home)

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Canes Set for Showdown Against Rival Gators

Beck, of course, isn’t the only Hurricane eager to get on the field and face the Gators (1-2).

Defensive lineman Rueben Bain Jr. is a Miami native with deep ties to the Hurricanes program.

Last August, he took the field at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium when Miami traveled to Gainesville for its season opener against the Gators. But Bain was hurt on the game’s opening drive and unfortunately, wasn’t able to provide much more than encouragement and support to his teammates during Miami’s 41-17 win.

Now healthy, Bain has emerged as one of the leaders on Miami’s defense. He has a team-high 15 tackles, 2.5 tackles for loss, 1.5 sacks, an interception and a forced fumble.

And like the rest of his Miami teammates, he’s eager for the latest installment of the Miami-Florida rivalry.

“It was very frustrating,” Bain said, of getting hurt and having to miss the bulk of last season’s game against the Gators. “But last year was last year. We’re just focused on this year and I’m super excited for the chance to just go out there and play football again. Very healthy, just play the brand of football that I want to play. It’s an amazing opportunity. I get to just do something again for another week.”

The Hurricanes know that while there’s plenty of excitement for Saturday’s game – both ESPN College GameDay and ACC Huddle will be featuring the rivalry showdown – their opponent poses a unique challenge.

Florida is coming into the game after back-to-back losses to USF and LSU. The Gators have dropped out of the national rankings and quarterback DJ Lagway had one of the worst outings of his career throwing five interceptions against the Tigers last week in Baton Rouge.

But Miami’s players and coaches know the kind of talent Florida has on its roster and they understand full well the Gators would love nothing more than to come to Hard Rock Stadium and upset the Hurricanes in an effort to get their season righted.

“The part that has to be respected most is their talent level, their coaching, their size, speed, physicality,” Miami head coach Mario Cristobal said. “Schematically, they’re very challenging in a lot of different ways. They were playing elite defense for several games, [going] back to last season and offensively, they’ve been very close on several occasions to having some great performances. It’s very clear they’re an extremely talented team, they’re well coached, they play hard, and for us, it’s a great opportunity.”

Added Hurricanes running back Mark Fletcher Jr., “Last year, it was fun doing that. It was fun. But I’m pretty sure those guys, they’re coming here to play football. That’s a very well-coached team. Those guys fly around. [They’re] extremely talented on both sides of the football. So, we just have to be on our A game and we’re ready for the challenge.”

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