Irv Mulligan Leads Jackson State to Victory Over Bethune-Cookman
- Irv Mulligan rushed for 171 yards and scored two touchdowns as Jackson State defeated Bethune-Cookman.
- Despite trailing at halftime, Jackson State's strong second-half performance led to a decisive win.
- This victory advanced Jackson State's record to 6-2, reinforcing their position in the Southwestern Athletic Conference.
In Daytona Beach, Florida, Jackson State College achieved a 37-17 victory over Bethune-Cookman. The standout performer was Irv Mulligan, who rushed for 171 yards and scored two touchdowns. This marked Mulligan's second consecutive game exceeding 100 rushing yards after a challenging start to the season. Jackson State fell behind 17-10 in the second quarter but rallied with a strong performance from Jacobian Morgan, who directed a drive culminating in a touchdown pass that equalized the score just before halftime. In the second half, Mulligan's touchdown run provided the lead for Jackson State, followed by a scoring strike from Cam'Ron McCoy that extended their advantage. The team's defense, alongside field goals from Gerardo Baeza, solidified their win. This victory improved Jackson State’s record to 6-2 overall and 4-0 in the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC), while Bethune-Cookman's record fell to 1-7.