October 5th, 2024 2:55pm
FAIRMONT, W.Va. — West Virginia State University (4-1, 3-0 MEC) rallied in the fourth quarter to secure a thrilling 45-34 victory over Fairmont State (2-3, 1-2 MEC) on Saturday. After falling behind early, the Yellow Jackets stormed back with five touchdowns, including a key defensive score, to claim their fourth win of the season. WVSU's explosive offense and clutch defensive plays highlighted a game that kept the crowd on edge until the final moments.
West Virginia State's offense shined with a total of 587 yards, showcasing a balanced attack. The team rushed for 191 yards on 37 carries, averaging 5.2 yards per attempt, and passed for 396 yards on 26 completions out of 38 attempts. The Yellow Jackets dominated time of possession at 33:19, converting 4 of 12 third-down opportunities and both of their fourth-down attempts. The team found success in the red zone, scoring 28 points on five trips, including three rushing touchdowns.