Alston recorded 23 rushes for 79 yards and one touchdown and reeled in 4 of 6 targets for 22 yards during Thursday's 45-44 overtime defeat to North Texas.
Analysis:Alston bounced back from a rough performance against Arkansas last week, collecting 23 carries and putting up a season-high 79 yards on the ground. He was able to notch his fifth score of the season on a two-yard carry in overtime to help tie the game. He managed a heavy workload and contributed through the air, hauling in four receptions to give the passing game a steady safety valve.
