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Jackson State scores 21 points in fourth quarter to defeat Alabama A&M

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 3:15 AM

Last updated Oct 4, 2026

Jackson State scores 21 points in fourth quarter to defeat Alabama A&M

Summary

Jackson State football rallied to overcome Alabama A&M with a 31-28 victory on October 3 at Ladd-Peebles Stadium. After trailing by 11 points with 8:22 left in the game, Jackson State executed a quick scoring drive capped by a 29-yard touchdown run from Li'Darious Pryor. The Tigers gained momentum after recovering a fumble, leading to a touchdown pass from Jared Lockhart to Kobe Paul. Coach T.C. Taylor praised his team's resilience, especially in the comeback within the fourth quarter amidst a competitive Southwestern Athletic Conference matchup.

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By the Numbers

•Jackson State improves to 5-0 overall, 2-0 in SWAC play.
•Alabama A&M falls to 4-2, 1-1 in conference.
•Li'Darious Pryor recorded 72 rushing yards and two touchdowns.
•Jackson State scored 21 points in the final quarter.
•The victory took place at the Gulf Coast Challenge.

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3:15 AMYahoo Sports — Inside Jackson State football's 21-point fourth quarter to beat Alabama A&M
2:33 AMYahoo Sports — How Jackson State football overcame rainy weather, used run game to beat Alabama A&M

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Jackson State football battled rainy conditions in its 31-28 win over Alabama A&M on Oct. 3. Here's how the Tigers overcame the poor weather.
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