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Byrum Brown’s 5 Total Touchdowns Lead South Florida over UAB, 48-18

11.22.25

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — Bryum Brown threw for 353 yards and accounted for five total touchdowns in South Florida’s 48-18 victory over UAB on Saturday.

The Bulls (8-3, 5-2 American Conference), who had already clinched a program-record third consecutive bowl appearance, trailed 10-7 after the first quarter but they scored the next 27 points to lead 34-10 heading to the fourth quarter.

The highlight of Brown’s day was a 60-yard touchdown pass to Mudia Ruben that gave South Florida a 24-10 lead on the first play of the third quarter. Brown had a 1-yard run for the Bulls’ first touchdown and a 2-yard run for their final score to go with three TD passes. His five total touchdowns match his career high.

Nykahi Davenport added 117 yards rushing and had a short touchdown run for South Florida. The Bulls had 191 yards rushing and a total offense of 544 yards. Reuben, a senior who had never had a 100-yard receiving game, had 174 yards and two touchdowns on five receptions.

Jalen Kitna had 230 yards passing for the Blazers (3-8, 1-6) but he threw three interceptions. Iverson Hooks caught 10 passes for 146 yards.