MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (AP) — Gunnar Watson threw for 248 yards and two touchdowns and Troy opened its season with a 47-14 victory over Middle Tennessee State on Saturday. Watson threw both of his touchdown passes to Khalil McClain in the first half, including a 5-yarder with three seconds left before the break to lead 26-7. Three Trojans running backs scored on short runs with Troy rushing for 240 yards.