Tennessee State defeats Howard with Evans' 99-yard TD return
- Tennessee State established dominance early with a 13-0 lead thanks to a touchdown and two field goals.
- Howard attempted to mount a comeback, closing the score to 20-14 after a touchdown drive.
- CJ Evans' 99-yard kickoff return for a touchdown confirmed Tennessee State's 27-14 victory.
On Saturday, Tennessee State faced Howard in a college football matchup in Washington, D.C. The game saw Tennessee State take an early lead, largely propelled by strong performances from Draylen Ellis and James Lowery. Ellis demonstrated his passing skills, completing 19 of 30 attempts for 289 yards, while also contributing with a rushing attempt. Lowery's two field goals solidified a strong start for the Tigers. Howard attempted a comeback, narrowing the gap to 20-14 late in the game. However, CJ Evans effectively dashed their hopes with a spectacular 99-yard kickoff return touchdown, which capped the game at 27-14. Despite Howard’s effort to reclaim momentum thanks to Jarett Hunter, the Bison were ultimately stifled, managing only 33 yards on 22 passing attempts. The win improved Tennessee State's record to 6-2 while Howard fell to 3-4, reflecting the competitive nature of college football. The outcome exemplifies Tennessee State's resilience and strategic gameplay, effectively securing their position in the season as they head into future contests.