Jacksonville State vs. FIU Short Report | Oct 25, 2023
Riccardo Silva Stadium
Miami, FL
Oct 25, 2023
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Game Recap
The Jacksonville State Gamecocks showcased their prowess with a commanding 41-16 victory over the Florida International Panthers. Breaking the ice, Zion Webb dashed 13 yards into the end zone for the first touchdown, setting the tone early. By halftime, the Gamecocks had constructed a formidable 24-3 lead, leveraging a balanced offensive attack that included significant contributions from both the ground and air games.
Despite the Panthers' attempt to rally in the third quarter with scores from Grayson James and Kris Mitchell, Jacksonville State maintained their composure. The Gamecocks effectively thwarted the comeback attempt, pulling away in the fourth quarter with decisive touchdowns. Zion Webb's versatile performance, marked by his 125 rushing yards and dual-threat quarterbacking, was pivotal in securing the victory.
Key Plays:
Zion Webb (Jacksonville State Gamecocks)
Zion Webb ignited the Gamecocks' offense by rushing for a 13-yard touchdown, leveraging a strong blocking scheme to slice through the Panthers' defense.
Ron Wiggins (Jacksonville State Gamecocks)
Ron Wiggins extended the lead with an electrifying 22-yard touchdown run, demonstrating his speed and agility to evade multiple tacklers.
Sean Brown (Jacksonville State Gamecocks)
Sean Brown caught a precise 9-yard touchdown pass, capping a well-executed drive orchestrated by quarterback Zion Webb.
Chase Gabriel (Florida International Panthers)
Special teams standout Chase Gabriel nailed a 50-yard field goal, putting the Panthers on the scoreboard with a high-pressure kick.
Grayson James (Florida International Panthers)
Quarterback Grayson James burrowed through the defense for a 1-yard touchdown run, sparking a brief Panthers' resurgence.
Kris Mitchell (Florida International Panthers)
Kris Mitchell hauled in an 8-yard touchdown pass, showcasing adept route-running and hands to narrow the game's margin.
Ron Wiggins (Jacksonville State Gamecocks)
Ron Wiggins scored a crucial 16-yard touchdown run, demonstrating his burst and vision to break through the Panthers' defense again.
Zion Webb (Jacksonville State Gamecocks)
Zion Webb capped off the game with a 3-yard touchdown run, cementing the Gamecocks' dominance and his all-around versatile performance.
Standout Players:
Zion Webb (Jacksonville State Gamecocks, QB)
Zion Webb was the linchpin of the Gamecocks' offense, amassing 125 rushing yards and scoring two rushing touchdowns. Additionally, Webb threw for 105 yards and connected on a pivotal touchdown pass in the first quarter, asserting his dual-threat capabilities.
Grayson James (Florida International Panthers, QB)
Grayson James attempted to vault FIU back into contention with his 200 passing yards and a touchdown. His leadership was evident during the third-quarter rally where he also contributed a rushing touchdown, narrowing the deficit before the Gamecocks pulled away.
Ron Wiggins (Jacksonville State Gamecocks, RB)
Ron Wiggins punctuated Jacksonville State's offensive efforts with 61 rushing yards and two crucial touchdowns. His scoring runs in the first and fourth quarters were key to maintaining the Gamecocks' comfortable lead throughout the game.
Kris Mitchell (Florida International Panthers, WR)
Kris Mitchell was a bright spot for the Panthers, tallying 109 receiving yards on five receptions. His 8-yard touchdown catch highlighted his playmaking ability and briefly sparked hope for a comeback.
Alen Karajic (Jacksonville State Gamecocks, K)
Alen Karajic provided consistency in the kicking game, successfully converting two field goals and all five extra-point attempts, thus ensuring Jacksonville State capitalized on their scoring opportunities.
References:
Jacksonville State Gamecocks vs. FIU Panthers - Final Score - October 25, 2023 | FOX Sports
Jacksonville State Gamecocks vs. FIU Panthers Live Score and Stats - October 25, 2023 Gametracker - CBSSports.com
FIU Football Postgame vs Jacksonville State 10.25.23 - YouTube
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Jacksonville St vs FIU Football Game Highlights 2023 - YouTube
Jacksonville State Gamecocks at FIU Panthers - NCAAF Game Summary - Oct 25, 2023 | USA TODAY
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