Edward Waters University men’s football team fell to Jackson State University 66-14 on Sept. 5 in the HOPE Labor Day Classic at Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium in Jackson, Mississippi. The result came in Edward Waters University’s first road game of the 2026 season and moved the team to 1-1.
Jackson State University took a 14-0 lead after the first quarter and extended it to 38-0 by halftime. Jackson State University finished with 704 yards of total offense, including 388 passing yards and 316 rushing yards, while Edward Waters University totaled 231 yards, with 183 through the air and 48 on the ground.
Edward Waters University scores twice after halftime
Edward Waters University got on the scoreboard late in the third quarter when Dylan McCarthy intercepted a Jackson State University pass and returned it 52 yards for a touchdown. Torey Morrison added the team’s second touchdown in the fourth quarter on a 29-yard run that capped a seven-play, 52-yard drive.
Tavion Faulk completed 11 of 26 passes for 157 yards. Izaiah Jean-Baptiste caught four passes for 64 yards, while Xavier Irvin had two receptions for 55 yards. Morrison also completed two passes for 26 yards and rushed for 19 yards.
Trevon French and Mataye Youman each recorded nine total tackles for Edward Waters University. Youman also had a quarterback hurry, while Lemar Harris and Travias Rackard each finished with six tackles.
Edward Waters University visits Miles College next
Edward Waters University will play at Miles College on Sept. 12, with kickoff scheduled for 3 p.m. EST.
Source: Original report