Austin Peay football defeats Gardner-Webb 35-17 in season opener
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Last updated Aug 28, 2026
Austin Peay secured a 35-17 victory over Gardner-Webb on August 27 in their season opener at Fortera Stadium. After trailing 10-7, Austin Peay scored 28 unanswered points, including four touchdowns from quarterback Chris Parson. The Governors' win extends their home winning streak to seven games, the longest since the 1964-65 seasons. Next, Austin Peay prepares to face Vanderbilt on September 5.
- •Austin Peay improves to 1-0 for the season.
- •Chris Parson completed 14-of-21 passes for 308 yards.
- •Austin Peay scored four consecutive touchdowns in the second and third quarters.
- •The game drew an official attendance of 7,043.
- •Austin Peay's next game is against Vanderbilt on September 5.
- 5:19 AMYahoo Sports — Austin Peay football sets sights on Vanderbilt after big win over Gardner-Webb
"Austin Peay scored four unanswered touchdowns in the second and third quarters on the way to a 35-17 win over visiting Gardner-Webb. The Govs face Vanderbilt on Sept. 5
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