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Davis and Durant lead strong rushing attack as Chattanooga defeats The Citadel 31-7

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In a decisive matchup on Saturday, Chattanooga dominated The Citadel with a convincing score of 31-7. Reggie Davis led the ground game for Chattanooga, racking up an impressive 115 rushing yards, while Justus Durant contributed 103 yards along with two touchdowns. The Mocs showcased their formidable rushing capabilities, accumulating a total of 246 yards on the ground.

Quarterback Luke Schomburg played a pivotal role by completing two touchdown passes in the second quarter, which allowed Chattanooga to gain a solid 14-0 advantage by halftime. The Bulldogs managed to respond with a 50-yard touchdown run from Cooper Wallace, placing them on the scoreboard. However, Chattanooga sealed their victory with a field goal from Jude Kelley and two additional touchdown runs by Durant, bringing the final score to 31-7.

The game was characterized by a notable lack of passing attempts, with only 30 total throws recorded. Schomburg completed 8 of 15 passes for 131 yards, while The Citadel’s three quarterbacks combined for a mere 5 completions on 15 attempts, totaling just 44 yards. The Bulldogs struggled to find their rhythm, ultimately gaining 277 yards with 11 first downs, but their efforts were undermined by three turnovers. In stark contrast, the Mocs excelled with 377 total yards and 22 first downs, showcasing a clean game without any giveaways.