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09/05 22:35 CDT Rutherford throws for 140 yards and scores 2 TDs, Stephen F.
Austin defeats East Texas A&M 44-7
Rutherford throws for 140 yards and scores 2 TDs, Stephen F. Austin defeats
East Texas A&M 44-7
NACOGDOCHES, Texas (AP) --- Gavin Rutherford rushed for two touchdowns and
threw for 140 yards, Jaylen Jenkins also ran for a score, and Stephen F. Austin
took down East Texas A&M 44-7 on Saturday night.
The Lumberjacks (2-0, 2-0 Southland), ranked 13th in the Stats Perform FCS Top
25, won their sixth straight home opener and 12th straight game since an 0-2
start in 2025.
After going three-and-out on their first drive, the Lumberjacks scored on their
next three drives to take a 21-7 lead. They took advantage of an interception
at the opposing 5-yard line, adding three more points before heading to the
locker rooms.
Jenkins broke free for a 40-yard touchdown run early in the third quarter that
extended the lead further, and the Lumberjacks got one more field goal before
the end of the game.
Preston Alford led with 76 yards rushing on six carries, including a 51-yard
dash, and Clayton Wayland reeled in all four of his targets for 46 yards.
Carlos Alvarado went 3-for-3 on field goals, connecting from 23, 26, and 37
yards.
For the Lions, Eric Rodriguez was 9-for-16 passing for 110 yards, a touchdown,
and two interceptions.
Up next
East Texas A&M: hosts Northwestern State next Saturday.
Stephen F. Austin: visits Abilene Christian next Saturday to begin their
nonconference schedule.
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