Coastal Carolina defeats Georgia State 31-20 in college football

Coastal Carolina secured a 31-20 victory over Georgia State on Saturday, driven by a strong performance from Deuce Bailey. Bailey threw for 297 yards and three touchdowns, helping the Chanticleers overcome an early 3-0 deficit.

Bailey connected with Clayton Coppock Jr. for two touchdowns, including a 21-yard reception in the second quarter and a 31-yard score in the third. Zach Courtney also contributed a 25-yard touchdown pass. Coastal Carolina built a significant lead during the middle quarters, supported by a 53-yard field goal from Nico Cavanillas Alti.

Georgia State attempted a late comeback led by Ayden Pereira, who threw two fourth-quarter touchdown passes to Grant Hollier and DJ Riles. Pereira finished the game with 200 passing yards. Despite the effort, Georgia State fell to a 4-4 record.