Morrissey leads Eastern Kentucky to victory over West Georgia
- Matt Morrissey threw for 277 yards and two touchdowns, leading Eastern Kentucky to a 26-7 victory over West Georgia.
- The game featured a strong performance from Rajaez Mosley, who rushed for 85 yards for West Georgia.
- Eastern Kentucky's win marked their first conference victory and improved their overall record to 1-2.
On Saturday, Eastern Kentucky faced West Georgia in a competitive matchup in Richmond, Kentucky. Matt Morrissey led the Eastern Kentucky offense, throwing for 277 yards and two touchdowns, ensuring his team never fell behind during the game. The scoring began with a 47-yard field goal by Patrick Nations, followed by a 9-yard touchdown run by Joshua Carter, establishing a 10-0 lead for Eastern Kentucky. West Georgia responded with a touchdown from Rajaez Mosley, narrowing the score to 10-7. As the first half concluded, Nations added another field goal, extending the lead to 13-7. In the second half, Morrissey showcased his passing skills, connecting with Caeleb Schlachter for a 19-yard touchdown and later with Jakob Dixon for a 15-yard touchdown, bringing the final score to 26-7. Despite the loss, West Georgia outgained Eastern Kentucky in total yardage, with 371 yards compared to 365 yards. Rajaez Mosley was a standout for West Georgia, rushing for 85 yards on 23 carries, while Davin Wydner contributed with 195 passing yards. This game marked the first meeting between the two teams, with West Georgia participating in its inaugural season as a Division I program. Eastern Kentucky's victory improved their record to 1-2 overall and 1-0 in the United Athletic Conference, while West Georgia fell to 1-2 and 0-2 in conference play. The game highlighted Morrissey's leadership and the team's resilience, setting a positive tone for the remainder of the season.