Alcorn Football Suffers 55-0 Loss to Vanderbilt in Nashville

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Alcorn State faced a tough challenge against Vanderbilt University on Saturday night at FirstBank Stadium falling 55-0 to the Commodores. The Braves struggled to gain offensive momentum, while Vanderbilt's well-balanced attack was efficient throughout the game.
 
Game Summary:
Vanderbilt opened the scoring with a 35-yard field goal by Brock Taylor midway through the first quarter, followed by a quick 17-yard touchdown pass from Eli Stowers to Cole Spence just minutes later. The Commodores continued to dominate in the second quarter, with rushing touchdowns from Diego Pavia and Sedrick Alexander pushing the lead to 24-0 by halftime.
Despite some defensive stands, Alcorn couldn't get on the scoreboard. Vanderbilt's aggressive running game, led by Nate Johnson's 56-yard touchdown run in the fourth quarter, extended the lead to 55-0. A punt return for a touchdown by Martel Hight and an interception return by Alan Wright sealed the scoreline.

Key Stats:
Alcorn State Total Yards: 71 (31 passing, 40 rushing)
Vanderbilt Total Yards: 342 (100 passing, 242 rushing)
First Downs: Alcorn 6, Vanderbilt 18
Time of Possession:  Alcorn 28:57, Vanderbilt 31:03
 
Alcorn State Individual Highlights:
- Camren Stewart: Led the team in rushing with 10 carries for 29 yards.
- Xzavier Vaughn: Completed 5 of 9 passes for 20 yards.
- Tavarious Griffin: Hauled in 2 receptions for 14 yards.
 
Defensive Standouts:
- Stemarion Edwards and Brendon Gibson: Each recorded a sack, contributing to a pair of key defensive plays for the Braves.
 
Despite the lopsided score, Alcorn State will look to regroup and build on this experience as they prepare for their next challenge.

The Braves next contest will be in Spinks-Casem Stadium as they host Edward Waters University for High School/Faculty, Staff & Educator Appreciation Day on Sept. 14 at 4 p.m.

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