Youngstown State Defeated Indiana State 57-24
Youngstown State dominated the game with 696 total yards of offense in Terre Haute.
Updated on Oct. 10, 2026 in Football
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Youngstown State secured a 57-24 victory over Indiana State. The win brought the No. 8 ranked team to a 5-2 record on the season.
Why it matters
This performance reinforces Youngstown State's position as a top-ranked team. The win marks a significant result for the program as it maintains a 5-2 record compared to Indiana State's 2-5 standing.
Youngstown State accumulated 696 total yards in the victory, while Beau Brungard completed 25 of 34 passes for 386 yards and three touchdowns. Jaden Gilbert added 163 rushing yards and three touchdowns on 15 carries.
The players
Beau Brungard
He is a quarterback for the Youngstown State football team who led his squad with 386 passing yards and five total touchdowns.
Jaden Gilbert
He is a running back for Youngstown State who recorded 163 rushing yards and three touchdowns in the win.
Lynn Wyche-El
He is a wide receiver for Youngstown State who caught 10 passes for 118 yards and a touchdown.
Brady Allen
He is the quarterback for Indiana State who threw for 299 yards in the loss.
The details
Beau Brungard also rushed for two touchdowns, and Lynn Wyche-El contributed 10 receptions for 118 yards and one score. Brady Allen led the Indiana State offense with 299 passing yards and one touchdown.
Timeline
The football game occurred on October 10, 2026.
Youngstown State hosts Northern Iowa on October 17, 2026.
Indiana State visits Illinois State on October 24, 2026.
Season Trajectory
This win keeps Youngstown State firmly in the playoff conversation while dropping Indiana State to a 2-5 record. The performance demonstrates the offensive gap between the two programs at this point in the season.
Youngstown State improved to a 5-2 record, while Indiana State fell to 2-5. The 696 total yards produced by Youngstown State highlights a high-scoring trend for their upcoming matchups.
The takeaway
Youngstown State demonstrated significant offensive depth by generating nearly 700 yards in a single game. Efficiency in the passing game and consistency on the ground remain the primary drivers for their success.
What happens next
Youngstown State hosts Northern Iowa on October 17, 2026, while Indiana State travels to face Illinois State on October 24, 2026.
Further reading
For more on the season, visit the Football section.
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