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Georgia State edged by Charlotte in opener, 23-20

Georgia State safety Bobby Baker (2) recovers a fumble against Charlotte tight end Richard Murphy (85) and wide receiver Austin Duke (10) during the first half of Friday's game at the Georgia Dome in Atlanta. - photo by Jason Getz | Associated Press

0905GSU — Georgia State safety Bobby Baker (2) recovers a fumble against Charlotte tight end Richard Murphy (85) and wide receiver Austin Duke (10) during the first half of Friday's game at the Georgia Dome in Atlanta. - photo by Jason Getz | Associated Press

Matt Johnson threw for 242 yards and a touchdown to help Charlotte beat Georgia State 23-20 in the 49ers’ FBS debut Friday at the Georgia Dome. Charlotte is in the first season of a two-year FBS transition. The Conference USA school will gain full FBS member status with bowl eligibility in 2016.

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