USM came out with a 34-31 overtime win against Louisiana Lafayette

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The University of Southern Mississippi won their second game in a row after defeating Louisiana-Lafayette 34-31 in overtime.

Billy Wiles and Ethan Crawford each threw a touchdown while Frank Gore Jr. rushed for 158 yards and two touchdowns. Gore also had a receiving touchdown as well as Jakarius Gaston.

Dylan Lawrence and Michael Caraway both led USM’s defense with seven tackles.

The Golden Eagles will travel to Mississippi State on November 18.