STATESBORO, Ga. – In a thrilling matchup on Saturday night, Matthew Caldwell shone as he led Troy to a 28-20 victory over Georgia Southern, contributing to four touchdowns in the process. The Trojans executed their game plan effectively, scoring on three consecutive possessions to establish a commanding presence on the field. The game was ultimately clinched by an interception, which secured Troy’s win.

Caldwell’s performance was impressive, highlighted by a 4-yard touchdown pass to Devonte Ross with just 7:50 left in the third quarter. He also showcased his versatility with two short-yardage rushing touchdowns in the fourth quarter. The drives were methodical, with each one spanning over 70 yards and taking more than five minutes off the clock. The highlight was a remarkable 16-play, 75-yard drive that consumed 8:11 of game time.

As the game wound down, Justin Powe played a pivotal role by intercepting a pass from JC French at midfield with only 2:01 remaining, effectively sealing the deal for Troy, who improved to a record of 3-7 overall and 2-5 in the Sun Belt Conference.

Caldwell completed an impressive 26 of 32 attempts for a total of 288 yards, showcasing his efficiency. Additionally, he connected with Brody Dalton for a 6-yard touchdown pass in the second quarter, further contributing to Troy’s offensive success. Damien Taylor also made significant contributions, rushing for 92 yards on 18 carries.

On the other side, Georgia Southern put up a fight with Jalen White and Josh Dallas each adding a rushing touchdown. Quarterback JC French completed 17 of his 28 passes for a total of 171 yards, keeping the Eagles competitive throughout the contest as they fell to 6-4 overall and 4-2 in the conference.