Key Takeaways
- Fast start: FAMU capitalized on early turnovers to build a 14-0 first-quarter lead.
- Braves battle back: Alcorn scored twice to tie the game 14-14 at halftime.
- Second-half collapse: Alcorn outscored the Rattlers 24-6 after the break to secure the victory.
The FAMU football team came out swinging early Saturday, jumping to a 14-0 lead over Alcorn State by capitalizing on early turnovers. But the Rattlers couldn't sustain their momentum as the Braves rallied for a 38-20 victory at Jack Spinks-Marino Casem Stadium.
FAMU controlled the opening stretch, putting Alcorn on its heels with two early touchdowns. The Braves responded with a score late in the first quarter, cutting the deficit to 14-7 before adding another touchdown in the second to even the game at halftime.
The second half belonged to Alcorn.
The Braves outscored FAMU 10-3 in the third quarter before adding 14 more points in the fourth. The Rattlers managed just two field goals after halftime, unable to keep pace as Alcorn pulled away.
The loss was a frustrating one for FAMU, which showed early promise but couldn't maintain its advantage over four quarters.
FAMU will look to regroup when it returns home to face Mississippi Valley State on Nov. 14.