Jackson State Dominates South Carolina State, Secures Victory in the 2023 MEAC/SWAC Challenge
Jackson State's Unstoppable Victory: Crushing South Carolina State 37-7 to Claim the 2023 MEAC/SWAC Challenge Title.
In a spectacular showcase of power, Jackson State roared to a triumphant 37-7 victory over South Carolina State in the electrifying finale of the 2023 MEAC/SWAC Challenge. Throughout the game, the Bulldogs were held at bay, their scoreboard silent until the game's waning moments.
The shining luminary of the match was none other than quarterback Jason Brown, who marked his debut start for the Tigers with an astonishing performance. Brown orchestrated a dazzling display, amassing 361 yards through the air and launching three remarkable touchdowns, leaving spectators awestruck by his prowess. Jackson State's ground game was equally ferocious, tallying 138 yards, with running back Irv Mulligan standing out with an impressive 109 yards and a sensational touchdown.
Jackson State's defensive dominance was an awe-inspiring spectacle, preserving a nearly perfect shutout until the closing seconds when South Carolina State managed to break through for a last-gasp touchdown. The Tigers exhibited a masterclass in defense, conceding a mere 63 passing yards and ultimately forcing the Bulldogs to bench their struggling quarterback, Corey Fields.
In a poignant moment that sealed a brilliant beginning, the victory marked T.C. Taylor's inaugural triumph as the helm of the Tigers. As the final seconds ticked away, the resounding cheers of 'T.C.' reverberated through the air, a testament to the faithful's fervor for the new era under Taylor's guidance.