Troy vs. Southern Miss Short Report | Nov 25, 2023
M.M. Roberts Stadium
Hattiesburg, MS
Nov 25, 2023
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Game Recap
The Troy Trojans captured a commanding win over the Southern Miss Golden Eagles, finishing with a 35-17 scoreline. The Trojans set an assertive pace early in the game with Kimani Vidal's 2-yard rushing touchdown in the first quarter. Southern Miss temporarily flipped the momentum in the second quarter when Frank Gore Jr. dazzled with a remarkable 57-yard rushing touchdown, capping off a response to Andrew Stein's 19-yard field goal.
Troy quickly regained their foothold through a well-executed 13-yard touchdown pass from Gunnar Watson to Chris Lewis. The Trojan defense shone brilliantly with a decisive 40-yard fumble return for a touchdown by Chris Rodgers, a pivotal moment that extended Troy's third-quarter dominance. Despite a spirited effort featuring an 18-yard touchdown pass from Ethan Crawford to Tiaquelin Mims, Southern Miss couldn't overcome Troy's relentless attack, capped off by a 30-yard touchdown pass from Chris Lewis to Clayton Ollendieck in the final quarter.
Key Plays:
Kimani Vidal (Troy Trojans)
Vidal's explosive drive through the Southern Miss defense resulted in a 2-yard touchdown, setting the tone for the Trojans' commanding performance.
Andrew Stein (Southern Miss Golden Eagles)
Stein's precise 19-yard field goal put Southern Miss on the scoreboard, narrowing the deficit and providing a brief respite amidst Troy's offensive push.
Frank Gore Jr. (Southern Miss Golden Eagles)
Gore Jr. electrified the crowd with a scintillating 57-yard touchdown run, breaking tackles and outrunning defenders, which briefly earned Southern Miss a lead.
Chris Lewis (Troy Trojans)
Watson's surgical 13-yard pass found Lewis in the end zone, reclaiming the lead for the Trojans and demonstrating their offensive adaptability.
Ethan Conner (Troy Trojans)
Conner's key 2-yard touchdown reception from Watson in the third quarter extended Troy's lead and emphasized their red-zone efficiency.
Chris Rodgers (Troy Trojans)
Rodgers capitalized on a fumble recovery, racing 40 yards to the end zone. His defensive prowess further asserted Troy's dominance.
Tiaquelin Mims (Southern Miss Golden Eagles)
Crawford connected with Mims for an 18-yard touchdown pass, a critical play that kept Southern Miss within striking distance albeit briefly.
Clayton Ollendieck (Troy Trojans)
Lewis showcased his versatility with a 30-yard touchdown pass to Ollendieck, solidifying Troy's final score and their commanding lead.
Standout Players:
Kimani Vidal (Troy Trojans, RB)
Vidal notched 69 rushing yards and a pivotal touchdown, his presence in the backfield consistently challenged Southern Miss's defense.
Frank Gore Jr. (Southern Miss Golden Eagles, RB)
Gore Jr. demonstrated his dual-threat capability by rushing for 95 yards, including a memorable 57-yard touchdown, while also hauling in 5 passes for 59 yards.
Gunnar Watson (Troy Trojans, QB)
Watson's efficiency was on full display, completing 21 of 34 passes for 289 yards and two touchdowns, orchestrating Troy's offense with precision.
Chris Lewis (Troy Trojans, WR)
Lewis' versatility shone brightly as he caught 4 passes for 65 yards and a touchdown while also throwing a 30-yard touchdown pass, illustrating his multifaceted skill set.
Chris Rodgers (Troy Trojans, S)
Rodgers made a formidable impact on defense, highlighted by recovering a fumble and returning it 40 yards for a crucial touchdown.
Ethan Crawford (Southern Miss Golden Eagles, QB)
Crawford combined 132 passing yards on 11 completions with an 18-yard touchdown pass while also adding 31 rushing yards, showcasing his dual-threat ability.
References:
Troy Trojans vs. Southern Miss Golden Eagles - Final Score - November 25, 2023 | FOX Sports
Troy Trojans vs. Southern Miss Golden Eagles Live Score and Stats - November 25, 2023 Gametracker - CBSSports.com
Troy University
University of Southern Mississippi
Troy vs Southern Miss Highlights | 2023 FBS Week 13 | College Football Highlights - YouTube
NCAAF Betting Odds, Spreads & Lines
Troy Trojans vs. Southern Miss Golden Eagles Box Score and Stats - November 25, 2023 | FOX Sports
Troy University
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Troy Trojans
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14
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35
Southern Miss Golden Eagles
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17
