Lowry throws for 3 TDs, Buckley runs for 3, and Western Michigan rebounds with win over Monmouth

KALAMAZOO, Mich. -- , Broc Lowry threw three touchdown passes, Jaylen Buckley ran for three scores, and Western Michigan defeated FCS-opponent Monmouth 49-14 on Saturday night. The blowout win comes on the heels of Western Michigan's controversial 13-12 loss to Michigan last week. Western Michigan led 21-0 at halftime despite being outgained 176-119 in total yards. Lowry had touchdown passes of 13 yards to Baylin Brooks and 23 yards to Egypt Nelson , and Buckley had a 1-yard run for the third score. Western Michigan added touchdowns on three consecutive drives in the third quarter, with Buckley scoring twice, and the Broncos led 42-7 heading to the fourth quarter. Backup quarterback Trey Petty 's 21-yard scoring pass to Ryan Brotherton made it 49-7 before Monmouth scored on a short run in the final minute. Lowry completed 14 of 20 passes for 212 yards.