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Western Kentucky upsets No. 24 Marshall in overtime thriller

Mark Zerof / USA TODAY Sports

Western Kentucky ended Marshall's perfect season, taking it to the Thundering Herd 67-66 in overtime on Friday.

Hilltoppers quarterback Brandon Doughty was tremendous, throwing for 491 yards, eight touchdowns and two interceptions. Wide receiver Tyler Higbee also had a big game, catching six passes for 99 yards and three touchdowns. 

Marshall, which ends the season 11-1, got its worst performance of the year from quarterback Rakeem Cato. 

The senior threw for 417 yards and seven touchdowns, but also tied a career high with four interceptions.

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