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Georgia Southern defeats Charleston Southern 31-0 in shutout win

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 6, 2026, 3:40 AM

Last updated Sep 6, 2026

Georgia Southern defeats Charleston Southern 31-0 in shutout win

Summary

Georgia Southern defeated Charleston Southern 31-0 on Saturday night in Statesboro, Georgia. Quarterback Max Johnson threw for 281 yards on 28-of-39 passing to lead the Eagles to victory. The team scored on each of its first three possessions to establish a 21-0 lead by the end of the first quarter, with touchdowns coming from Jamarian Samuel, Ashton Hollins, and Weston Bryan. The Georgia Southern defense held the Buccaneers to 35 total yards of offense throughout the game. Freshman Jayden Jackson secured a fourth-quarter interception to finalize the shutout, the Eagles' first since 2023. Charleston Southern next plays at The Citadel, while Georgia Southern travels to face Clemson.

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By the Numbers

•Max Johnson threw for 281 yards on 28-for-39 passing.
•Ashton Hollins recorded 106 receiving yards and a touchdown.
•The Georgia Southern defense limited Charleston Southern to 35 total yards.
•Jamarian Samuel, Ty Cummings, and Weston Bryan scored rushing touchdowns.
•Georgia Southern faces Clemson next Saturday.

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3:40 AMYahoo Sports — Johnson throws for 281 yards and Georgia Southern defeats Charleston Southern 31-0

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Max Johnson threw for 281 yards, three Eagles scored rushing touchdowns, and Georgia Southern cruised past FCS member Charleston Southern 31-0 on Saturday night. Johnson was 28-for-39 passing and Ashton Hollins caught eight passes for 106 yards and a score. Jamarian Samuel, Ty Cummings, and Weston Bryan each scored on the ground.
— Yahoo Sports

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