South Florida defeats Kent State 29-2, ends two‑game skid
The Bulls won 29-2 at Raymond James Stadium, snapping a two‑game losing streak and improving to 5-2 overall.
Key points
- C.J. Hicks returned a fumble 96 yards for a touchdown, the first score of the game.
- Michael Van Buren Jr. threw a touchdown pass early in the contest.
- Backup quarterback Luke Kromenhoek ran for a touchdown in the second half.
- Cameron Seldon added a second‑half rushing touchdown.
- South Florida limited Kent State to 31 total yards after halftime.
South Florida Beats Kent State 29-2, Ends Two-Game Skid
South Florida defeated the Kent State Golden Flashes 29-2 on Saturday night, Oct. 17, 2026, at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa.
The win moved the Bulls to a 5-2 overall record.
It also snapped a two-game losing streak for the Bulls.
C.J. Hicks returned a fumble 96 yards for a touchdown, providing the first score of the game.
Michael Van Buren Jr. threw a touchdown pass earlier in the contest.
Backup quarterback Luke Kromenhoek later ran for a touchdown in the second half.
Cameron Seldon added a second‑half rushing touchdown for South Florida.
After halftime, South Florida limited Kent State to 31 total yards.
The game served as the final homecoming contest for USF.
Your questions, answered
What was the final score of the South Florida vs. Kent State game?
South Florida defeated Kent State 29-2.
Where was the game played?
The game was played at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa.
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