Mercer Bears visit Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles Saturday for SoCon showdown

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Last updated Nov 13, 2026

Mercer Bears visit Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles Saturday for SoCon showdown
Summary

Mercer Bears will face the Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles on Saturday, November 14 at 2:30 PM ET in Cookeville, marking a critical SoCon matchup. Tennessee Tech, ranked #9 and 9-1 overall, aims for the conference title in its inaugural year in the SoCon. Mercer, with an 8-2 record, hopes to defend its title from the past two seasons. The game features contrasting styles, with Tennessee Tech known for its high-scoring offense while Mercer has shown a preference for low-scoring contests, highlighted by its recent 14-7 overtime victory over Chattanooga.

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  • •Tennessee Tech leads the SoCon with a 6-1 record, Mercer is 5-1.
  • •Mercer's J.P. Pickles has thrown 10 TDs and rushed for 9 this season.
  • •Tennessee Tech's Hudson Tucker leads with 6 sacks and strong defensive statistics.
  • •Mercer receiver Brayden Smith has 734 receiving yards and could exploit defensive focus.
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The SoCon race comes to a head on Saturday.

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