The Morehouse Maroon Tigers rallied to defeat longtime rival Tuskegee Golden Tigers 27-20 for their first win of the season. The win marks the Maroon Tigers’ first win in the Morehouse/Tuskegee Classic since Oct. 9, 2021.
Tuskegee struck early, building a 17-0 lead behind a strong first-half defensive effort and timely offensive plays. However, Morehouse quarterback Miles Scott powered a comeback, finishing 22-of-33 for 326 passing yards and four touchdowns. His performance earned him HBCU Player of the Week honors.
Scott’s biggest throw came late in the fourth quarter when facing a 3rd and 14 at the Tuskegee 14-yard line. Scott found Morehouse tight end Maurie Veney over the middle for a touchdown with 1:55 remaining, giving the Tigers a 27-20 lead.
On the next possession, Tigers linebacker Zack Underwood sacked Tuskegee quarterback Bryson McGrew for a 14-yard loss on 3rd and 14, forcing a fumble that was recovered by linebacker Sean Johnson to seal the win.
Tigers sophomore nickelback Stephen Rowser stood out with a game-high 10 tackles, including seven solo, a forced fumble and leading all players with two sacks.
The win improves the Maroon Tigers’ record to 1-4. The Maroon Tigers will look to build on the victory as they face Central State University on Saturday, Oct. 11. The game will be played at 1 p.m at McPherson Stadium in Wilberforce, Ohio.
