CHARLOTTE – Glenn Smith rushed for a career-high 90 yards and two touchdowns, and the Panther defense pitched the first shutout in school history as GSU won at Charlotte 28-0 Saturday night at Jerry Richardson Stadium.
The win is also the first for the Panthers (1-2) under first-year head coach Shawn Elliott.
Penny Hart tied the school record with 11 receptions for 141 yards, including a 32-yard touchdown catch. Quarterback Conner Manning passed for 250 yard on 26 completions, directing a balanced offense that did not commit a turnover.
Sixth-year senior safety Bryan Williams had two interceptions, both in the end zone, to lead the strong effort by the Georgia State defense, which held Charlotte (0-4) to 273 yards of offense.