Coastal Carolina powered past Georgia State 40-27 behind quarterback Samari Collier's impressive performance that included an 85-yard touchdown run and three touchdown passes. The Chanticleers dominated with special teams precision as kickers Kian Afrookhteh and Philippe Laforge combined for four field goals to help build a commanding 40-14 lead. Despite the Panthers' late rally with two fourth-quarter touchdowns, Coastal Carolina's balanced offensive attack proved too much at Brooks Stadium.