INDIANAPOLIS – [BOX SCORE] Missouri Baptist University Football surrendered 745 total yards of offense on Saturday afternoon in a tough 76-0 loss at the hands of NAIA No. 8-ranked Marian University.

Missouri Baptist (0-4, 0-2 MSFA) struggled from the outset as the Knights showcased its powerful offense. Marian, the 2014 National Championship Runner-Up, displayed a rushing attack that accounted for 443 total yards of offense and seven touchdowns.

MBU went down 7-0 under two minutes into the contest as Marian went 75 yards on six plays in 1:49 to take the lead. It was an advantage the home team never surrendered.

The Spartans allowed six first-half touchdowns on seven drives and 11 total touchdowns in the game. Though it was one-sided, the bright spot came in the form of Tyler Hach. The MBU punter had to boot it away 12 times for a total of 535 yards. The Pattonville High School graduate recorded two punts of over 50 yards and averaged just under 45 yards per kick.

Marian set a record in terms of total offense as three running backs rushed for two touchdowns. Justin Billups and Jakhari Gore both rushed for over 100 yards in the game and averaged above eight yards per carry. Marian quarterback Hayden Northern went 12-16 in the air with 302 yards and four touchdowns.

Billy Ritchie got his first start as a Spartan as three MBU signal callers recorded playing time. Ritchie, Jordan Norwine and Jake Hunt all grabbed snaps on Saturday. It was the first playing time of the season for Hunt, the New Berlin, Ill., native.

Missouri Baptist will try to turn the page in a week's time as they get set for a home showdown on Saturday against Taylor University. Game time is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. and will be played at Westminster Christian Academy. Gates open 90 minutes prior to kickoff.