Florida A&M triumphs over Alabama A&M thanks to Daniel Richardson's touchdowns

In Tallahassee, Florida, on November 29, 2024, Florida A&M University secured a 28-20 victory against Alabama A&M in their final game of the regular season. The Rattlers, finishing with a record of 7-5 and a 5-3 standing in the Southwestern Athletic Conference, started strong with a quick 7-0 lead just two plays into the game. This impressive opening was driven by Goldie Lawrence's 35-yard run followed by a 25-yard scramble by Thad Franklin Jr. following a personal foul from the Bulldogs. Alabama A&M, which ended the season at 6-6 and 4-4 in the conference, attempted to respond with a field goal from Victor Barbosa, narrowing the score to 7-3. However, Daniel Richardson's steady performance kept Florida A&M ahead; he connected on a 6-yard touchdown pass to Koby Gross, extending the Rattlers' lead to 14-3 after the first quarter. The Bulldogs would counter with another field goal, but the Rattlers capitalized on two interceptions thrown by Cornelius Brown IV, resulting in a 20-yard touchdown run from Levontai Summersett. Despite Alabama A&M's Donovan Eaglin making a 23-yard touchdown catch, Florida A&M maintained a significant edge, taking a 28-13 lead with a 19-yard touchdown pass from Richardson to Quan Lee late in the third quarter. The Bulldogs managed one final touchdown in the fourth quarter through an 18-yard pass from Xavier Lankford, but they could not close the gap sufficient enough to threaten the Rattlers' victory. Richardson's overall performance was commendable, completing 19 of 26 passes for a total of 193 yards. On the other hand, Brown posted a performance of 206 yards while completing 18 of 36 attempts. The game showcased Florida A&M's strong offensive plays and strategic defense, ultimately leading them to a well-deserved victory in their season finale.