Game recap: FAMU Rattlers rally, hold on for 21-14 SWAC win over Alabama State
Someone's streak is coming to an end.
Florida A&M football enters today with a seven-game winning streak. Its opponent, Alabama State have won three consecutive contests.
The Rattlers (7-2, 5-1 SWAC) reigned victorious last week in its home finale by defeating Southern, 30-16 at Bragg Memorial Stadium.
The Hornets (6-3, 4-2 SWAC) last defeated Bethune-Cookman in Daytona, 37-22 to continue their winning ways.
Today's game will hold conference implications as FAMU is No. 2 in the SWAC and is trailed by No. 3 Alabama State.
A win for the Rattlers will continue their quest for an at-large playoff bid.
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5:33 | FAMU troubled in fourth quarter
FAMU has allowed Alabama State to hang around too long.
After turning the ball over three times, the Rattlers allowed the Hornets to take the lead.
Alabama State's Tyree Jackson blocked a Chris Faddoul punt as it was returned by Cail Jackson for 50 yards.
4Q | 7:38 | ASU 14, FAMU 9
4:58 p.m. | FAMU missing opportunities
Moussa has thrown two redzone interceptions in the third quarter.
FAMU kicker Jose Romo-Martinez also missed two field goal tries in the first half.
3Q | 13:20 | FAMU 9, ASU 7
4:03 p.m. | Dark Cloud Defense has strong start, but falls for trickery
FAMU's defense began the game with a fumble recovery by defensive lineman Gentle Hunt and a sacks by defensive linemen Isaiah Land and Dre Jones.
The Rattlers also have forced a three out.
FAMU fell for Alabama State's trick play on a 37-yard halfback pass from Isaiah Scott to receiver Kisean Johnson
2Q | 1:33 | FAMU 7, ASU 7
3:23 p.m. | FAMU chooses to pass
FAMU had its back against the wall, but turned it into points on a 15-play, 89-yard drive.
Quarterback Jeremy Moussa completed five of nine passes for 75 yards and a touchdown to receiver Xavier Smith.
Smith scored his tenth receiving touchdown of the season.
1Q | 6:33 | FAMU 7, ASU 0
2:40 p.m. | Team threads
FAMU: White helmets, white jerseys, orange pants
ASU: Gold helmets, black jerseys, black pants
1:36 p.m. | Initial updates
Montgomery, Alabama weather: 62 degrees, overcast
Things to watch:
FAMU's defense on the road and in the redzone
Alabama State's rushing
FAMU's offensive protection and adjustments
This article originally appeared on Tallahassee Democrat: FAMU Rattlers vs Alabama State Hornets football score | Live updates
