JACKSON, Miss. — In a matchup hyped as the game of the year in HBCU football,Jackson State and Alabama State delivered. Both teams entered undefeated in the SWAC East, and by the end, it was Jackson State who stood alone atop the division after a breathtaking 38–34 victory Saturday night at Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium.
Fourth-Quarter Drama Defines a Classic
This one lived up to every bit of the hype.
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- With 7:07 left, Alabama State quarterback Andrew Body found Jalen Jones for an 8-yard touchdown, trimming Jackson State’s lead to 31–27.
- Moments later, a Jackson State fumble gave the Hornets a short field. Jamarie Hostzclaw capitalized with a 15-yard scoring run to push Alabama State ahead 34–31 with 4:36…