Marshall holds off Middle Tennessee for first 2026 win

Marshall defeated Middle Tennessee 28-26 at home on Sept. 12, overcoming a fumble-six and rallying behind Zion Turner and Turner-Bradshaw's second-half impact. Zah Jackson's interception and a late defensive stand secured the win after MTSU missed a tying two-point conversion, but the close, largely even game still highlighted vulnerability in tight finishes.