Lambson leads Southern Utah to victory over Austin Peay with 243 yards
- Targhee Lambson led Southern Utah with 243 rushing yards and two touchdowns.
- The game featured a critical 63-yard touchdown run by Lambson in the fourth quarter.
- Southern Utah's defense sealed the victory with a pick-6 in the final seconds, leading to a 28-17 win.
On Saturday, Southern Utah faced off against Austin Peay in Clarksville, Tennessee, where Targhee Lambson emerged as the standout player. He rushed for an impressive 243 yards and scored two touchdowns, leading his team to a 28-17 victory. Lambson's pivotal moment came early in the fourth quarter when he broke free for a 63-yard touchdown run, giving Southern Utah a crucial 21-17 lead. Austin Peay struggled to respond, failing to cross midfield during their final possessions. The game concluded with a defensive touchdown for Southern Utah, as Jayden Robertson intercepted a pass and returned it for a score with just 8 seconds remaining. In addition to Lambson's performance, Bronson Barron contributed significantly with 243 passing yards and a touchdown, while Austin Smith of Austin Peay managed 124 passing yards and a touchdown but also threw two interceptions. La'Vell Wright added 140 rushing yards for the Govs, but it wasn't enough to secure a win. This victory marked Southern Utah's first win in the United Athletic Conference, improving their record to 2-3 overall.