2010 Murray State Football Guide

2010 MURRAY STATE FOOTBALL MEDIA GUIDE • GORACERS.COM

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RacersMURRAY STATE FOOTBALL

TABLE OF CONTENTSRACER FOOTBALLRacers in the Pros .....................................................................................2-3Former Coaches ........................................................................................4-5Racer Legends ...........................................................................................6-7Gameday .....................................................................................................8-9Roy Stewart Stadium ................................................................................ 10Academics .................................................................................................... 11

MEDIA SERVICESMSU Media Relations ............................................................................... 12Media Information & Policies ................................................................ 13

2010 SEASONRacers at a Glance ..................................................................................... 14Roster Breakdown ..................................................................................... 15Roster and Pronunciations ...............................................................16-17Opponent Information ............................................................................ 18Season Outlook ....................................................................................19-21

THE RACERSPlayer Profiles ........................................................................................22-47Newcomers ............................................................................................48-53

COACHES AND STAFFChris Hatcher.........................................................................................54-56Shawn Bostick ............................................................................................. 57Ashley Anders ............................................................................................. 58Buster Faulkner .......................................................................................... 59Keith Hatcher .............................................................................................. 60Kenny Parker ............................................................................................... 61Mitch Stewart.............................................................................................. 62Chris Covington ......................................................................................... 63Sean Dawkins.............................................................................................. 63Mike Polly ..................................................................................................... 64Darren Edgington ...................................................................................... 64Fulton Hart ................................................................................................... 65Mark Perschel .............................................................................................. 65

2009 SEASON REVIEWGame Recaps ........................................................................................66-69Team Statistics ......................................................................................70-72Defensive Statistics ................................................................................... 73Individual Game-by-Game Stats .......................................................... 74OVC Standings & Honors ........................................................................ 75OVC Team Stats .......................................................................................... 76OVC Individual Stats ................................................................................. 77

RECORD BOOKYear-by-Year Leaders ..........................................................................78-81Season Records ....................................................................................82-83Team Records .............................................................................................. 84Individual Records .................................................................................... 85Rushing Records ........................................................................................ 86Receiving Records ..................................................................................... 87Passing Records ......................................................................................... 88Defensive Records ..................................................................................... 89100-Yard Rushing Performances ....................................................90-91100-Yard Receiving Performances ....................................................... 92300-Yard Passing Performances ........................................................... 93All-Americans .............................................................................................. 94Coaching Honors ....................................................................................... 95OVC Players of the Year ........................................................................... 96All-OVC Selections .................................................................................... 97Year-by-Year Records ................................................................................ 98Coaching History ....................................................................................... 99Postseason History .........................................................................100-102Roy Stewart Stadium Records .............................................................103

YEAR-BY-YEARAll-Time Results ...............................................................................104-109Series Results ...................................................................................110-113Series Records ...........................................................................................114

THE UNIVERSITYThis is Murray State ........................................................................115-117University President ...............................................................................118Director of Athletics ................................................................................119Racer Networks ........................................................................................120

2010 MSU FOOTBALL GUIDEThe 2010 Murray State Football Guide was designed and produced by the MSU Athletics Department in Murray, Ky., using Adobe InDesign and Adobe Photoshop.

The guide was printed by Printing Services and Supplies of Murray, Ky.

PROJECT COORDINATOR/DESIGNJohn Brush

COVER DESIGNK-Squared Design; Murray, Ky.

CONTRIBUTORSJessica Cary, Matt Kelly, Teri LaJeunesse, Crystal Morrow, MSU Football Staff, Dave Winder

RESEARCH ASSISTANCEKevin Britton, Jessica Cary, Ryne Rickman, Marshall Smith, David Snow

PHOTOGRAPHYLance Allison, Tab Brockman, John Brush, Jessica Cary, Patrick Clark, Art Cripps, Cindi Cripps, Michael Dann, Michael C. Hebert/New Orleans Saints, Indianapolis Colts, Daniel Keeney, Shirley Martin, MSU Media Relations Archives, Fred Mullane, Courtland Richards/Jacksonville Jaguars, Kevin Weaks, WG Photos, Dave Winder


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RACERS IN THE PROS

Cobbie LeeRams 1941

Bill McMurrayRams 1941

George SpethLions 1942

Cliff WhiteRedskins 1944

John HackneyBrowns 1950

Gill MainsLions 1952

Ted Dunn49ers 1954

Don HeineBears 1957

Dave BottosLions 1958

Bob Burton49ers 1962

George GreenfieldBrowns 1973

Rick FisherCardinals 1973

Don ClaytonPatriots 1975

Ronald HopkinsColts 1983

Keith LesterBengals 1985

Eric CriglerBengals 1990

Paul HickertBengals 1988

Derrick CullorsPatriots 1997

Mike CherryGiants 1997

Reggie SwintonCowboys 2001

William HamptonEagles 2001

Cedric HardenTitans 2002

Bill BlanchardBrowns 2002

Jessie OhligerRavens 2004

Jimmy St. LouisTitans 2004

Marcus WhiteTitans 2004

Laroni GallishawVikings 2004

Shane AndrusColts 2006

Rod HarperPackers 2008

REGGIE SWINTON

Claude McRavenRams 1939

Pete GudauskasBears 1943

Kurt MarshallSeahawks 1984

Lee McCormickCardinals 1985

Michael ProctorPatriots 1989

Tim BroadySeahawks 1990

Melvin AldridgeOilers 1993

Marcus PerryJets 1993

David McCannSteelers 1997

Austen LaneJaguars 2010


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RACERS IN THE PROSDRAFT HISTORY

Year Rd Name Team2010 5 Austen Lane Jaguars1997 6 Mike Cherry Giants1990 10 Eric Crigler Bengals1988 11 Paul Hickert Bengals1985 6 Keith Lester Bengals1983 10 Ronald Hopkins Colts1975 15 Don Clayton Patriots1973 16 George Greenfield Browns1962 19 Bob Burton 49ers1958 19 Dave Bottos Lions1957 17 Don Heine Bears1954 29 Ted Dunn 49ers1952 20 Gil Mains Lions1950 20 John Hackney Browns1944 8 Cliff White Redskins1942 18 George Speth Lions1941 13 Bill McMurray Rams1941 18 Cobbie Lee Rams

DERRICK CULLORS

AUSTEN LANE

ROD HARPER


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FORMER COACHES

RALPH FRIEDGEN

MIKE GOTTFRIED

RON ZOOK


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FORMER COACHESHouston Nutt was named the Eddie Robinson National Coach of Year in 1995 after leading the Racers to an undefeated regular season.1

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Frank Beamer (Virginia Tech, 2000) and Ralph Friedgen (Maryland, 2001) were named BCS National Coaches of the Year.

Bud Foster was a finalist for the National Assistant Coach of the Year in 1999, 2001 and 2005, before taking on top honors in 2006.

HOUSTON NUTT

FRANK BEAMER


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RACER LEGENDSTwo former quarterbacks, Larry Tillman and Michael Proctor, have had their jerseys retired by Murray State.

The Murray State football program has had 34 players go on to earn All-America honors.

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Quarterbacks have enjoyed plenty of success at Murray State as four former signal callers have gone on to be named OVC Player of the Year.

Quarterback Justin Fuente tossed a school-record 27 touchdown passes during his record-breaking 1999 season.

Defensive end Anthony Hutch recorded 28 sacks on his way to becoming a two-time All-American defensive lineman at MSU.

JUSTIN FUENTE

ANTHONY HUTCH MIKE CHERRY


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RACER LEGENDS

RETIRED JERSEYS

DERRICK CULLORS

ALL-AMERICANS1933 ..................................................................................................... Cecil Kent, B1936 .............................................................................................Bill Thompson, B1937 ......................................................................Elmer Cochran, G.......................................................................................................... Dale Diebert, E............................................................................................................C.W. Hardin, C.......................................................................................................Bill Thompson, B1938 ................................................................................................ Dale Diebert, E....................................................................................................Pete Gudauskus, T..................................................................................................Claude McRaven, B1955 .....................................................................Al Giordano, G/LB1956 .....................................................................Al Giordano, G/LB1962 ..............................................................................Gary Foltz, E1973 ........................................................................ Don Clayton, TB1977 ................................................................Eddie McFarland, DB1979 ...........................................................................Terry Love, DB1983 .........................................................................................Dane Coleman, DE........................................................................................................Herbert Jones, S................................................................................................... Jim Piercefield, DE1984 .........................................................................................Dane Coleman, DE...................................................................................... Colby Schreckengost, OT1985 .......................................................................................Lee McCormick, WR..............................................................................................James Yarbrough, DB1986 ..............................................................................................Willie Bester, DE................................................................................................Stanley Howard, WR..................................................................................Charlie Wiles, G....................................................................................................Tony Woodie, OLB1993 ........................................................................................Anthony Hutch, DL1995 ....................................................................Derrick Cullors, RB........................................................................William Hampton, DB..................................................................................................Anthony Hutch, DL1996 ...............................................................William Hampton, DB..................................................................................................................Rob Hart, K................................................................................................Reggie Swinton, WR1997 ..........................................................................................Ronnie Merritt, LB1998 ........................................................................................... Marcus Stepp, DL1999 .................................................................................................Brian Bivens, P2001 ....................................................................... Shane Andrus, K2008 ........................................................................Austen Lane, DE.......................................................................... Nathan Williams, LB2009 ........................................................................Austen Lane, DEFirst-Team All-America selections in bold

Larry Tillman(1965-68)

Michael Proctor(1986-89)


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GAMEDAYThe number of laps around the track done by Racer I every time Murray State scores a touchdown.

Murray State has won 66 percent of its home games at Roy Stewart Stadium. Since the facility opened in 1973, the Racers are 132-67-2.

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Fans have flocked to Stewart Stadium over the years as the Racers have averaged over 10,000 fans in nine seasons.

The Racers have enjoyed 24 winning seasons at Stewart Stadium, including 11 undefeated seasons.

Murray State has surpassed 40 points in 30 games played inside the friendly-confines of Stewart Stadium.

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HOMECOMINGEach fall thousands of MSU alumni return to renew friendships as part of Homecoming. The parties, parade and Tent City are long-standing traditions, but Racer football is still the centerpiece of a great weekend.

Below, University President Randy Dunn plays the trombone during pregame festivities at Tent City.

In the middle, Homecoming King and Queen, Tyler Brockman and Joanna Smith.

On the right, a young Murray State fan shows her support for the Racers.


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GAMEDAYRACERS TAKE THE FIELD

DUNKER


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ROY STEWART STADIUMRoy Stewart Stadium has been the home for five of Murray State’s eight Ohio Valley Conference championships.

Stewart Stadium is entering its 37th season as the home of Racer football. The stadium held its first game on Sept. 15, 1973.

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The weight room and MSU locker room inside Stewart Stadium are both a spacious 10,000 square feet.

The largest crowd assembled to watch a game at Stewart Stadium was 16,600 for a game against Eastern Kentucky Oct. 31, 1981

The Racers have come away victorious 24 times in their home openers, and own a 25-11 record in home openers inside Stewart Stadium.


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ACADEMICS

Backing up its commitment to ensure that Racer student-athletes have every opportunity to excel in the classroom as well as on the athletic fields, Murray State athletics established a state-of-the-art academic center.

Named in honor of longtime supporters Jan and Dick Weaver, who provided funding for the building of the center, the Weaver Academic Enhancement Center was opened at Roy Stewart Stadium June 30, 1997, and immediately began to pay dividends in the MSU athletics program.

Today, the Weaver Center is a spacious facility equipped with individual and group study areas, but the centerpiece of the Weaver Center is its computer lab.

The center is open 12 hours a day, six days a week during the school year, with an abbreviated schedule during the summer and holidays.

The center continues to play a role in the academic success of MSU student-athletes. For the 2009-10 academic year, 173 student-athletes had a GPA of 3.0 or better, with 72 having a GPA of 3.5 or better and 28 earning a perfect 4.0.


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MEDIA INFORMATION

MSU Athletics Media RelationsMedia Relations Main Phone .........................270-809-7044Media Relations Fax ...........................................270-809-6814

Murray State University Athletics Media Relations217 Roy Stewart StadiumMurray, Ky 42071

GoRacers.comThe latest, official information on 2009 Murray State foot-ball is available at GoRacers.com. Log on for complete media services including statistics, rosters, bios, sched-ules, quotes and more.

DAVE WINDERAssistant Athletics Director for Media RelationsO: 270-809-4271 • C: 270-293-0566 [email protected]

JOHN BRUSHMedia Relations AssistantO: 270-809-7044 • C: 270-293-0590 [email protected]

TERI LaJEUNESSEMedia Relations AssistantO: 270-809-3351 • C: 270-293-0595 [email protected]

Ryan HaageMedia Relations InternO: 270-809-7051

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ESTES STADIUM (8,500) • CONWAY, ARK.

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O’BRIEN FIELD (10,000) • CHARLESTON, ILL.

GOVERNORS STADIUM (10,000) • CLARKSVILLE, TENN.

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ROY KIDD STADIUM (20,000) • RICHMOND, KY





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MEDIA INFORMATIONWelcomeThe Murray State University Athletics Media Relations Department is pleased to assist you with the coverage of Racer football. John Brush, media relations assistant, will serve as the media relations contact for MSU football. Brush can be reached at 270-809-7044, via fax at 270-809-6814, or via email at [email protected].

CredentialsCredentials for all Murray State University football games are for working media only. Requests for media credentials should be made at least five days prior to the game. All credential requests should be directed to Dave Winder, Assistant Athletics Director for Media Relations.

Credential Pick-UpMedia members can pick-up their credentials at the Media Will Call entrance located at Gate 3 of Stewart Stadium. Photo identification is required for pick up.

Game ProceduresPress Box - Seating in the press box is limited to WORKING MEDIA ONLY. Space is limited and members of the media will be assigned seats. Spouses, dates, children and other non-workers are not permitted in working media areas in compliance with the working code of the Football Writers Association of America.

Photographers - Print and television photographers are allowed to shoot from both sidelines and both end zones, but are not allowed in the team bench areas unless authorized by the MSU media relations staff.

Parking - A limited number of parking spaces are available for each home game. The media parking area is located on the east side of the Regional Special Events Center behind Stewart Stadium. Members of the media who cover MSU regularly will be issued parking passes prior to the start of the season. Visiting media members need to contact the MSU media relations office to request parking.

Press Box Services - Complete individual and team statistics, play-by-play and scoring summary will be available to members of the media following each game. Prior to the game, stats, rosters, notes and other information will be made available. Additionally, a limited number of phone lines for media members are available in the press box upon request.

Visiting Radio - A courtesy line is available for the official radio network of each visiting team. Anyone intending to use remote pick-up equipment must contact Neal Bradley of the Racer Sports Network at (270) 753-2400.

Pre-Game Meal - A light meal will be served in the press box prior to each home game. Drinks are available throughout the game.

Daily Media AvailabilityMonday: Chris Hatcher and select players will be available at the media luncheon at 11:30 a.m. at the Racer Room inside Stewart Stadium.

Tuesday: Head Coach Chris Hatcher, assistant coaches and players will be available at the conclusion of practice.

Wednesday: Head Coach Chris Hatcher, assistant coaches and players will be available at the conclusion of practice.

Thursday: Head Coach Chris Hatcher available to the media.

Friday and Sunday: No Availability.

Saturday: Post-game availability only. Members of the MSU Athletics Media Relations staff will escort media representatives to the appropriate areas following the conclusion of the game. The Murray State locker room, home and away, is closed to the media at all times.

Head Coach Chris Hatcher and selected Racer players will be brought to the designated interview area. At home games, that area is the Racer Room, located in Stewart Stadium (first floor).

At the midway point of the fourth quarter, interview requests will be collected.

For games in Murray, the opposing head coach will meet with the media inside the opponent interview room. A representative from the MSU Media Relations Office will be on hand to assist the media in finding this area. Interviews with the head coach and players from the visiting team will be based on the post-game policy of that institution.

Practice ProceduresCovering Practice: Practices are generally open to the media and public. Head coach Chris Hatcher reserves the right to close practice at any time.

Note: Player or coach interviews must not conflict with classes, meetings, training room treatments or other team obligations.


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AT A GLANCEMurray State Quick FactsName of School ___________________ Murray State UniversityLocation ___________________________________ Murray, Ky.Founded ________________________________________ 1922Enrollment _____________________________________ 10,500Nickname ______________________________________ RacersColors __________________________________ Navy and GoldConference _________________________________ Ohio ValleyPresident ______________________________ Dr. Randy J. DunnDirector of Athletics __________________________ Allen WardSchool Website __________________________MurrayState.eduAthletics Website __________________________GoRacers.comConference Website ______________________ OVCSports.com

Football InformationOffensive Formation ______________________________SpreadDefensive Formation ________________________________ 4-32009 Overall Record _________________________________ 3-82009 Conference Record/Standing _________________ 2-6/7thOffensive Starters Returning/Lost ______________________4/7Defensive Starters Returning/Lost ______________________7/4

First Varsity Season ________________________________ 1924Seasons/Winning Seasons __________________________84/45Overall Record _________________________ 441-380-36 (.536)OVC Record _____________________________ 198-213-9 (.482)OVC Titles __________________________________________ 8______________2002, 1996, 1995, 1986, 1979, 1951, 1950, 1948NCAA Playoff Appearances ____________________________ 5_____________________________2002, 1996, 1995, 1986, 1979

Stadium InformationStadium Name ______________________ Roy Stewart StadiumField _________________________________________ Field TurfCapacity _______________________________________ 16,800First Year ________________________________________ 1973First Game ___________ Sept. 15, 1973 (MSU 27, Western Carolina 25)Largest Crowd ______________16,600 Oct. 31, 1981 (EKU 24, MSU 20)Record at Stadium _____________________________ 132-67-2

Murray State Coaches and StaffHead Coach ____________________ Chris Hatcher (1st season)Overall Record at MSU ________________________First Season

Assistant Head Coach/Offensive Line _________ Shawn BostickDefensive Coordinator/Linebackers ___________Ashley AndersOffensive Coordinator/Quarterbacks _________Buster FaulknerSafeties ________________________________ Chris CovingtonRunning Backs ____________________________ Sean DawkinsSecondary/Recruiting Coordinator ____________ Keith HatcherDefensive Line _____________________________Kenny ParkerOffensive Tackles _____________________________ Mike PollyWide Receivers/Tight Ends/Special Teams ______ Mitch Stewart

Media RelationsMedia Relations Assistant (Football) _____________ John BrushOffice Phone ______________________________ 270-809-7044Office Fax ________________________________ 270-809-6814Cell Phone ________________________________ 270-293-0590Email _______________________ [email protected]

2009 Schedule & ResultsDate Opponent W/L Score Att.Sept. 3 Kentucky Wesleyan W 66-10 5,977Sept. 12 @ North Carolina State L 7-65 55,510Sept. 19 @ Missouri State L 10-35 5,530Sept. 26 Eastern Kentucky* L 13-23 5,966Oct. 10 #18 Jacksonville State* L 7-41 5,027Oct. 17 @ Tennessee State* W 9-6 5,572Oct. 24 @ UT Martin* L 24-38 3,142Oct. 31 #19 Eastern Illinois* L 10-16 2,444Nov. 7 Austin Peay* W 27-17 2,964Nov. 14 @ Southeast Missouri* L 13-49 2,147Nov. 21 @ Tennessee Tech* L 14-45 3,318

RETURNING STATISTICAL LEADERSRushing Att Yds Avg TD Avg/G LgPrince Nwagbara 42 163 3.9 1 18.1 17

Passing Cmp-Att-Int Pct Yds TD EffCasey Brockman 50-91-3 54.9 543 3 109.35

Receiving Rec Yds Avg TD Avg/G LgMarcus Harris 45 417 9.3 2 41.7 26

Tackles UA A Tot TFL Int Sack PBU FF-FRErik Fennell 34 33 67 2.0 0 1.0 1 0-0

What Returns in 2009...OFFENSIVE LETTERMAN RETURNING (15)WR Daniel Ard, QB Casey Brockman, WR Rashad Daniels, WR Dexter Durrante, QB Jeff Ehrhardt, WR Alex Estes, WR Marcus Harris, OL Raymond Hopson, OL Andy Mahoney, OL Dylan Mundella, RB Prince Nwagbara, WR Patrick Robertson, OL Brock Rydecki, OL Roderick Tomlin, WR Ja-Vonta Trotter

DEFENSIVE LETTERMAN RETURNING (13)CB Nathan Brinkley, LB Justin Clark, DE Jamal Crook, DT Tyler Evans, DB Erik Fennell, DE Joe Gamsky, DB Lamar Hall, CB John Jean-Baptiste, LB Zach Kutch, DE Paul Lewis, LB Harry McCall, LB Mark Oliver, DT Lamar Theus

SPECIAL TEAMS LETTERMAN RETURNING (1)K/P Kienan Cullen

LETTERMAN LOST (15)OL Chris Barry, DT Danny Blakemore, LB Tamar Butler, LS Spencer Gooch, OL Stephen Huff, RB Charlie Jordan, DE Austen Lane, FS Taylor Lanigan, FS Josh Marshall, TE DeAngelo Nelson, OL Eric Ornella, OL Nathan Partain, DT Tyler Sinclair, WR Derrick Townsel, QB Nico Yantko

PLAYERS WHO REDSHIRTED LAST SEASON (12)DE Richard Biers, DE Blake Booth, WR Arthur Brackett, OL Casey Duncan, CB Raquan Durrante, DB Sterling Henry, LS Anthony Mitchell, RB Tabarus Mitchell, OL Richard Nelson, CB Ryan Robinson, LB Blake Salter, DE Michael Sullivan


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ROSTER BREAKDOWN

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By Position

Alabama (3)Arhtur BrackettJeremy Brackett

Blake Salter

Arizona (1)Richard Biers

California (2)Elbert OjendisRyan Walker

Florida (20)Duane Brady

Nathan BrinkleyJosh BrownJamal Crook

Rashad DanielsTJ DensonTyler EvansErik Fennell

Jacob GambinoLamar Hall

John Jean-BaptisteMatt Johnson

Zach KutchDylan MundellaRichard Nelson

Marshyl RothmanBrock Rydecki

Darrian SkinnerJa-Vonta Trotter Justin Woodard

Georgia (7)Dexter Barnett

Devaughn BuchananJoey Howe

Dontrell JohnsonArlestor McKinnonPrince Nwagbara

Ayo Ojolola

Indiana (1)Mark Oliver

Kansas (1)Alex Estes

Kentucky (19)Daniel ArdHarris Bivin

Casey BrockmanKienan Cullen

Dexter DurranteRaquan DurranteKenneth Flintroy

Joe GamskyAndy Mahoney

Matt McWhorterAnthony MitchellTabarus Mitchell

Steven MixRobert Neal

Ryan RobinsonMichael Sullivan

Tra TharpBrandon WicksGrant Williams

Missouri (8)Darrell DavisJustin Clark

Jeff EhrhardtMarcus HarrisSterling Henry

Paul LewisWalter Powell

Ronald Proctor

Ohio (1)Harry McCall

Oregon (1)Jerrell Ramos

Tennessee (6)Blake Booth

Ralph CalhounCasey Duncan

Jesurun KellyLamar Theus

Roderick Tomlin

Texas (3)Raymond HopsonPatrick Robertson

Washington, DC (1)Andre Clarke

Wisconsin (1)Jordan Sklba

Cameroon (1)Georges FotsoCornerback (7)

Nathan BrinkleyDarrell DavisRaquan DurranteJohn Jean-BaptisteJerell RamosRyan RobinsonTra Tharp

Defensive Ends (8)Richard BiersBlake BoothJamal CrookGeorges FotsoMatt JohnsonPaul LewisArlester McKinnonAyo Ojolola

Defensive Tackles (6)Jeremy BrackettTyler EvansJoe GamskyMichael SullivanLamar TheusRyan Walker

Kicker/Snapper (4)Kienan CullenAnthony MitchellSteven MixRobert Neal

Linebacker (8)Devaughn BuchananJustin ClarkAndre ClarkeKenneth FlintroyZach KutchHarry McCallMark OliverBlake Salter

Offensive Line (13)Harris BivinCasey DuncanJacob GambinoRaymond HopsonAndy MahoneyCJ MatthewsMatt McWhorterDylan MundellaRichard NelsonElbert OjendisBrock RydeckiRoderick TomlinGrant Williams

Quarterback (4)Casey BrockmanJeff EhrhardtJoey HoweMarshyl Rothman

Running Back (7)Dexter BarnettDuane BradyRalph Calhoun

Tyler LeveaTabarus MitchellPrince NwagbaraJustin Woodard

Defensive Back (13)Josh BrownJustin ClarkTJ DensonErik FennellLamar HallSterling HenryDontrell JohnsonJesurun KellyRonald ProctorRyan RobinsonDarrian SkinnerJordan SklbaBrandon Wicks

Wide Receiver (9)Daniel ArdArthur BrackettRashad DanielsDexter DurranteMarcus HarrisWalter PowellPatrick RobertsonJa-Vonta Trotter

By ClassFreshman (28/15RS*)Harris Bivin

Arthur Brackett*Jeremy Brackett

Duane BradyJosh Brown*

Devaughn BuchananTJ Denson

Casey Duncan*Raquan Durrante*Jacob Gambino*Sterling Henry*

Joey HoweJesurun Kelly*

Anthony Mitchell*Tabarus Mitchell*

Steven Mix*Robert NealAyo Ojolola

Walter PowellRonald Proctor*Ryan Robinson*

Marshyl RothmanBlake Salter*

Darrian Skinner*Michael Sullivan*

Tra TharpBrandon WicksGrant Williams

Sophomores (6)Casey Brockman

Tyler EvansAndy Mahoney

Arlester McKinnonBrock Rydecki

Roderick Tomlin

Juniors (30)Dexter BarnettRichard Biers

Nathan BrinkleyAndre ClarkeJamal Crook

Kienan CullenDarrell Davis

Dexter DurranteErik Fennell

Kenneth FlintroyJoe GamskyLamar Hall

Raymond HopsonDontrell Johnson

Matt JohnsonTyler LaveaPaul Lewis

CJ MatthewsDylan Mundella

Prince NwagbaraElbert Ojendis

Mark OliverJerrell Ramos

Patrick RobertsonDarrian Skinner

Jordan SklbaLamar Theus

Ja-Vonta TrotterRyan Walker

Justin Woodard

Seniors (14)Daniel Ard

Blake BoothRalph Calhoun

Justin ClarkRashad Daniels

Jeff EhrhardtAlex Estes

Georges FotsoMarcus Harris

John Jean-BaptisteZach Kutch

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Numerical RosterNo. Player Pos. Ht. Wt. Cl./Exp. Hometown (Previous School) 1 Duane Brady RB 5-8 165 Fr./HS St. Augustine, Fla. (St. Augustine) 2 Dexter Durrante WR 5-11 187 Jr./2L Fort Campbell, Ky. (Fort Campbell) 3 Kienan Cullen K/P 6-3 224 Jr./2L Louisville, Ky. (Butler) 5 Patrick Robertson WR 6-2 198 Jr./2L Carrollton, Texas (Hebron) 6 Jerell Ramos CB 5-10 180 Jr./TR Portland, Ore. (Arizona Western) 7 Ja-Vonta Trotter WR 5-10 175 Jr./2L St. Petersburg, Fla. (Boca Ciega) 8 Josh Brown DB 5-11 200 Fr./TR St. Petersburg, Fla. (Iowa) 9 Lamar Hall DB 5-9 197 Jr./2L St. Petersburg, Fla. (Gibbs)12 Casey Brockman QB 6-0 175 So./1L Murray, Ky. (Calloway County)13 Marshyl Rothman QB 5-9 165 Fr./HS Jupiter, Fla. (Jupiter Christian)14 Jamal Crook DE 6-1 245 Jr./2L Tampa, Fla. (Alonso)15 Nathan Brinkley CB 5-10 175 Jr./1L Clewiston, Fla. (Coffeyville CC)16 Harry McCall LB 6-2 216 Sr./2L Cincinnati, Ohio (Bethel)17 Marcus Harris WR 6-1 185 Sr./3L North St. Louis, Mo. (Kirkwood)18 Jeff Ehrhardt QB 6-4 220 Sr./3L St. Louis, Mo. (Westminster Christian)19 Joey Howe QB 6-3 185 Fr./HS Russellville, Ga. (Russellville)20 John Jean-Baptiste CB 5-10 160 Sr./3L Tampa, Fla. (Gaither)21 Justin Clark LB 6-3 205 Sr./3L Charleston, Mo. (Charleston)22 Andre Clarke LB 6-3 215 Jr./TR Lanham, Md. (Fort Scott CC)23 Darrian Skinner DB 5-11 190 Fr./RS St. Petersburg, Fla. (Hofstra)24 Dontrell Johnson DB 5-11 180 Jr./TR Moultrie, Ga. (Garden City CC)25 Prince Nwagbara RB 5-10 213 Jr./2L Marietta, Ga. (McEachern)26 TJ Denson DB 5-9 185 Fr./HS Lakeland, Fla. (Lakeland)27 Tra Tharp CB 5-11 170 Fr./HS West Paducah, Ky. (Heath)28 Raquan Durrante CB 6-1 185 Fr./RS Fort Campbell, Ky. (Fort Campbell)29 Mark Oliver LB 6-1 240 Jr./1L Whiting, Ind. (Wyoming)30 Ryan Robinson CB 5-9 172 Fr./RS Madisonville, Ky. (Madisonville)31 Darrell Davis CB 5-11 188 Jr./1L St. Louis, Mo. (Soldan International)32 Jordan Sklba DB 6-0 220 Jr./TR Milwaukee, Wisc. (Arizona Western)33 Tyler Levea RB 5-9 185 Jr./TR Oceanside, Calif. (Palomar College)34 Justin Woodard RB 5-8 192 Jr./RS Hollywood. Fla. (Chaminade-Madonna)35 Erik Fennell DB 6-0 182 Jr./2L Tampa, Fla. (Hillsborough) 36 Dexter Barnett RB 5-10 175 Jr./TR Atlanta, Ga. (UAB)37 Zach Kutch LB 6-0 229 Sr./3L Cocoa, Fla. (Space Coast)38 Ronald Proctor DB 5-6 178 Fr./RS St. Louis, Mo. (Kirkwood)39 Blake Salter LB 5-11 205 Fr./RS Florence, Ala. (Florence)40 Robert Neal LS 6-3 220 Fr./HS Versailles, Ky. (Woodford County)41 Brandon Wicks DB 5-11 180 Fr./HS Murray, Ky. (Murray)42 Arlester McKinnon DE 6-0 240 So./TR Quitman, Ga. (Reedley CC)43 Kenneth Flintroy LB 5-8 178 Jr./RS Louisville, Ky. (Valley Traditional)44 Tabarus Mitchell RB 5-11 170 Fr./RS Bowling Green, Ky. (Warren Central)45 Devaughn Buchanan LB 6-0 190 Fr./HS Rossville, Ga. (Ridgeland)46 Richard Biers DE 5-11 215 Jr./RS Scottsdale, Ariz. (Scottsdale CC)47 Sterling Henry DB 6-1 190 Fr./RS St. Louis, Mo. (Hazelwood West)49 Ralph Calhoun RB 5-8 225 Sr./RS Memphis, Tenn. (Central)50 Jesurun Kelly DB 5-7 176 Fr./RS Memphis, Tenn. (Bishop Byrne)51 Richard Nelson OL 6-4 296 Sr./1L Palm Beach, Fla. (Allan Hancock CC)53 Joe Gamsky DT 6-1 245 Jr./2L Crestwood, Ky. (Morehead State)54 Anthony Mitchell LS 6-0 185 Fr./RS Nancy, Ky. (Southwestern)60 Elbert Ojendis OL 6-2 305 Jr./TR Marina, Calif. (Monterey Peninsula JC)61 Harris Bivin OL 6-3 285 Fr./HS Owensboro, Ky. (Apollo)

Alphabetical# Name Pos.89 Ard, Daniel WR36 Barnett, Dexter RB46 Biers, Richard DE61 Bivin, Harris OL85 Booth, Blake DE81 Brackett, Arthur WR92 Brackett, Jeremy DT 1 Brady, Duane RB15 Brinkley, Nathan CB12 Brockman, Casey QB 8 Brown, Josh DB45 Buchanan, Devaughn LB49 Calhoun, Ralph RB21 Clark, Justin LB22 Clarke, Andre LB14 Crook, Jamal DE 3 Cullen, Kienan K/P80 Daniels, Rashad WR31 Davis, Darrell CB26 Denson, TJ DB72 Duncan, Casey OL 2 Durrante, Dexter WR28 Durrante, Raquan CB18 Ehrhardt, Jeff QB87 Estes, Alex WR 90 Evans, Tyler DT35 Fennell, Erik DB43 Flintroy Kenneth LB96 Fotson, Georges DE76 Gambino, Jacob OL53 Gamsky, Joe DT 9 Hall, Lamar DB17 Harris, Marcus WR47 Henry, Sterling DB74 Hopson, Raymond OL19 Howe, Joey QB20 Jean-Baptiste, John CB24 Johnson, Dontrell DB93 Johnson, Matt DE50 Kelly, Jesurun DB37 Kutch, Zach LB33 Levea, Tyler RB86 Lewis, Paul DE70 Mahoney, Andy OL75 Matthews, CJ OL 16 McCall, Harry LB42 McKinnon, Arlester DE73 McWhorter, Matt OL54 Mitchell, Anthony LS44 Mitchell, Tabarus RB83 Mix, Steven P

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Numerical Roster62 Roderick Tomlin OL 6-5 286 So./1L Jackson, Tenn. (Jackson North)70 Andy Mahoney OL 6-2 278 So./1L Lexington, Ky. (Lexington Catholic)71 Brock Rydecki OL 6-2 277 So./1L Ft. Myers, Fla. (Venice)72 Casey Duncan OL 6-1 285 Fr./RS Nolensville, Tenn. (Ravenwood)73 Matt McWhorter OL 6-2 263 Sr./1L Ferguson, Ky. (Pulaski Southwestern)74 Raymond Hopson OL 6-2 275 Jr./2L Houston, Texas (L.V. Hightower)75 CJ Matthews OL 6-5 330 Jr./TR West Columbia, SC (Fullerton CC)76 Jacob Gambino OL 6-3 310 Fr./TR Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (Georgia Southern)77 Grant Williams OL 6-3 285 Fr./HS Murray, Ky. (Calloway County)79 Dylan Mundella OL 6-3 280 Jr./2L St. Petersburg, Fla. (Northeast)80 Rashad Daniels WR 6-1 180 Sr./1L Kissimmee, Fla. (Osceola)81 Arthur Brackett WR 6-0 180 Fr./RS Madison, Ala. (Bob Jones)82 Walter Powell WR 6-0 165 Fr./HS St. Louis, Mo. (Hazelwood East)83 Steven Mix P 6-1 205 Fr./RS Barlow, Ky. (Ballard Memorial)85 Blake Booth DE 6-2 225 Sr./3L Lexington, Tenn. (Lexington) 86 Paul Lewis DE 6-6 254 Jr./2L St. Louis, Mo. (Westminster Christian)87 Alex Estes WR 6-5 260 Sr./1L Atchison, Kan. (Butler County CC)89 Daniel Ard WR 6-5 228 Sr./3L Benton, Ky. (Marshall County)90 Tyler Evans DT 6-2 299 So./1L Tampa, Fla. (H.B. Plant)91 Ayo Ojolola DE 6-3 235 Fr./HS Suwanee, Ga. (North Gwinnett)92 Jeremy Brackett DT 6-1 250 Fr./HS Madison, Ala. (Bob Jones)93 Matt Johnson DE 6-5 232 Jr./2L Odessa, Fla. (Walter L. Sickles)95 Michael Sullivan DT 6-2 225 Fr./RS Villa Hills, Ky. (Holy Cross)96 Georges Fotso DE 6-8 240 Sr./RS Doula, Cameroon (Piney Woods)97 Ryan Walker DT 5-11 300 Jr./TR Los Angeles, Calif. (El Camino College)98 Lamar Theus DT 6-2 300 Jr./2L Paris, Tenn. (Henry County)

HEAD COACH: Chris Hatcher (Valdosta State, 1995), 1st seasonAssistant Coaches: Shawn Bostick (Assistant Head Coach/Offensive Line) , Ashley Anders (Defensive Coordinator/Linebackers), Buster Faulkner (Offensive Coordinator/Quarterbacks), Chris Covington (Safeties), Sean Dawkins (Running Backs), Keith Hatcher (Secondary/Recruiting Coordinator), Kenny Parker (Defensive Line), Mike Polly (Offensive Tackles), Mitch Stewart (Wide Receivers/Tight Ends/Special Teams)

ROSTER79 Mundella, Dylan OL40 Neal, Robert LS51 Nelson, Richard OL25 Nwagbara, Prince RB60 Ojendis, Elbert OL91 Ojolola, Ayo DE29 Oliver, Mark LB38 Proctor, Ronald DB82 Powell, Walter WR 6 Ramos, Jerrell CB 5 Robertson, Patrick WR30 Robinson, Ryan CB13 Rothman, Marshyl QB71 Rydecki, Brock OL39 Salter, Blake LB23 Skinner, Darrian DB32 Sklba, Jordan DB95 Sullivan, Michael DE27 Tharp, Tra CB98 Theus, Lamar DT62 Tomlin, Roderick OL 7 Trotter, Ja-Vonta WR97 Walker, Ryan DT41 Wicks, Brandon DB77 Williams, Grant OL34 Woodard, Justin RB

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Pronunciation GuideRichard Biers ............................................................. Richard BeersDexter Durrante ............................................Dexter Dur-ron-tayRaquan Durrante ....................................Ray-quan Dur-ron-tayJeff Ehrhardt ...............................................................Jeff Air-hardtErik Fennell ..................................................................Erik Fuh-nellGeorges Fotso ......................................................Joar-gz Faht-SOJohn Jean-Baptiste ................................. John Gene Bap-TEESTJeserun Kelly ......................................................Jess-uh-ren KellyZach Kutch .................................................................. Zach Kootch

Tyler Levea .........................................................Ty-ler Luh-vay-uhTabarus Mitchell ..............................................Ta-bar-us MitchellPrince Nwagbara ............................................. Prince Wag-bar-aElbert Ojendis ......................................................L-bert O-jen-disAyo Ojolola .......................................................... I-O O-juh-low-laJerrell Ramos ................................................... Juh-rell Rah-moseJordan Sklba ........................................................ Jordan Skill-buhJa-Vonta Trotter ............................................... Ja-von-tay Trotter


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Kent State Golden FlashesHead Coach: Doug MartinCareer Record: 24-46 (6 years)Stadium: Dix StadiumPress Box: 330-672-2036

OPPONENT INFORMATIONSept. 2 • Kent, OhioSeries: First Meeing2009 Record: 5-7MAC Record/Finish: 4-4/4th EastLast Meeting: N/A

Media RelationsFootball Contact: Alan [email protected]: 330-672-8419 • C: 330-212-0994www.kenstatesports.com

Southeast Missouri RedhawksHead Coach: Tony SamuelCareer Record: 47-89 (12 years)Stadium: Houck (10,000)Press Box: 573-651-2191

Sept. 11 • Murray, Ky.Series: Murray State leads 36-7-12009 Record: 2-9OVC Record/Finish: 1-7/8thLast Meeting: SEMO won 49-13 (Nov. 14, 2009)

Media RelationsFootball Contact: Jeff [email protected]: 573-651-2294 • C: 618-528-1145www.gosoutheast.com

Missouri State BearsHead Coach: Terry AllenCareer Record: 113-85 (17 years)Stadium: Plaster FieldPress Box: 417-836-5976

Oct. 9 • Murray, Ky.Series: Murray State leads 4-12009 Record: 6-5Valley Football Record/Finish: 4-4/5thLast Meeting: MOST won 35-10 (Sept. 19, 2009)

Media RelationsFootball Contact: Rick [email protected]: 417-836-5402 • C: 573-239-8439www.missouristatebears.com

Eastern Kentucky ColonelsHead Coach: Dean HoodCareer Record: 13-10 (2 years)Stadium: Roy Kidd (20,000)Press Box: 859-622-2226

Oct. 30 • Richmond, Ky.Series: Eastern Kentucky leads 40-25-42009 Record: 5-6OVC Record/Finish: 5-3/T-2ndLast Meeting: EKU won 23-13 (Sept. 26, 2009)

Media RelationsFootball Contact: Michael [email protected]: 859-622-6170 • C: 859-358-8360www.ekusports.com

Jacksonville State GamecocksHead Coach: Jack CrowCareer Record: 79-75 (11 years)Stadium: Paul Snow (24,000)Press Box: 256-782-5585

Oct. 2 • Jacksonville, Ala.Series: Jacksonville State leads 6-12009 Record: 8-3OVC Record/Finish: 6-1/N/ALast Meeting: JSU won 41-7 (Oct. 10, 2009)

Media RelationsFootball Contact: Greg [email protected]: 256-782-5279 • C: 256-453-3377www.jsugamecocksports.com

Tennessee State TigersHead Coach: Rod ReedCareer Record: First SeasonStadium: LP Field (67,500)Press Box: 615-565-4450

Nov. 20 • Murray, Ky.Series: Tennessee State leads 11-102009 Record: 4-7OVC Record/Finish: 3-4/5thLast Meeting: MSU won 9-6 (Oct. 17, 2009)

Media RelationsFootball Contact: Wallace [email protected]: 615-963-5674 • C: 615-566-5026www.tsutigers.com

UT Martin SkyhawksHead Coach: Jason SimpsonCareer Record: 26-20 (4 years)Stadium: Hardy Graham (7,500)Press Box: 731-881-7694

Sept. 25 • Murray, Ky.Series: Murray State leads 31-14-12009 Record: 5-6OVC Record/Finish: 4-4/4thLast Meeting: UTM won 38-24 (Oct. 24, 2009)

Media RelationsFootball Contact: Joe [email protected]: 731-881-7632 • C: 731-514-2905www.utmsports.com

Eastern Illinois PanthersHead Coach: Bob SpooCareer Record: 132-127-1 (21 years)Stadium: O’Brien (10,000)Press Box: 217-581-7770

Oct. 23 • Charleston, Ill.Series: Eastern Illinois leads 14-112009 Record: 8-4OVC Record/Finish: 6-2/1stLast Meeting: EIU won 16-10 (Oct. 31, 2008)

Media RelationsFootball Contact: Rich [email protected]: 217-581-7480 • C: 217-508-8317www.eiupanthers.com

Austin Peay GovernorsHead Coach: Rick ChristophelCareer Record: 13-18 (3 years)Stadium: Governors (10,000)Press Box: 931-221-7406

Nov. 13 • Clarksville, Tenn.Series: Murray State leads 30-132009 Record: 4-7OVC Record/Finish: 3-5/6thLast Meeting: MSU won 27-17 (Nov. 7, 2009)

Media RelationsFootball Contact: Brad [email protected]: 931-221-7561 • C: 931-624-2904www.letsgopeay.com

Tennessee Tech Golden EaglesHead Coach: Watson BrownCareer Record: 107-172 (25 years)Stadium: Tucker (16,500)Press Box: 931-372-6030

Nov. 6 • Murray, Ky..Series: Tennessee Tech leads 41-33-12009 Record: 6-5OVC Record/Finish: 5-3/T-2ndLast Meeting: TTU won 45-14 (Nov. 21, 2009)

Media RelationsFootball Contact: Rob [email protected]: 931-372-3088 • C: 931-267-1065www.ttusports.com

2010 HotelHeadquarters

at Kent State • Sept. 1-2Sheraton SuitesCuyahoga Falls, Ohio • 330-929-3000

at Central Arkansas • Sept. 17-18Comfort Inn and SuitesLittle Rock, Ark. • 501-687-7700

at Jacksonville State • Oct. 1-2Courtyard MarriottOxford, Ala. • 256-831-7995

at Eastern Illinois • Oct. 22-23Hilton Garden InnEffingham, Ill. • 217-540-7777

at Eastern Kentucky • Oct. 29-30Griffin Gate Marriott Resort & SpaLexington, Ky. • 859-231-5100

Central Arkansas BearsHead Coach: Clint ConqueCareer Record: 70-39 (10 years)Stadium: Estes StadiumPress Box: 501-450-3368

Sept. 18 • Conway, Ark.Series: Central Arkansas leads 1-0-12009 Record: 5-7SLC Record/Finish: 2-5/6thLast Meeting: Teams tied 0-0 (Oct. 11, 1940)

Media RelationsFootball Contact: Steve [email protected]: 501-450-5743 • C: 501-339-8215www.ucasports.com


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OUTLOOKQuarterbacksThe Racers enter the 2010 season with two quarterbacks that spent time under center a season ago.

Senior Jeff Ehrhardt started three games a year ago, before an injury slowed his season. Sophomore Casey Brockman proved to be a capable starter during the final three games of the season.

Both quarterbacks split time during the Spring as they learned the new spread-offense attack under first-year head coach Chris Hatcher.

Ehrhardt has had to battle injuries the previous two seasons, after garnering OVC Freshman of the Year honors in 2007. The St. Louis native has passed for 4,953 yards and 35 touchdowns in his career. He ranks in the top five on the career charts in yards, attempts and completions, while needing only one more touchdown pass to move into fifth.

Brockman had his redshirt removed with three games left in the 2009 season. In his first start, he went 18-for-33 for 216 yards and a touchdown in leading the Racers to a victory over Austin Peay.

The Racers have a pair of incoming freshman, Joey Howe and Marshyl Rothman, that will push for immediate playing time.

Running BacksThere will be plenty of youth in the Racers’ backfield this season as only one player returns from last season.

Prince Nwagbara returns for his junior season after rushing for 163 yards and a touchdown in 2009.

Junior Justin Woodard will push for playing time this season after spending the 2009 season as a redshirt.

Wide ReceiversThe Racers will once again return one the deepest and most dynamic receiving corps in the OVC.

MSU’s top five returning receivers combined to catch 99 passes for 951 yards and eight touchdowns.

The leader is senior Marcus Harris, who has led the team in receptions in each of the past two seasons. He enters his final season needing only 21 catches to become the school’s all-time leader in that category. He currently ranks 11th on the all-time list for receiving yards (1,414) and tied for seventh in touchdowns (12).

Fellow senior Rashad Daniels made an immediate impact after entering the lineup in the fourth game of the season. In eight games, Daniels managed 19 catches for 206 yards and a touchdown, catching at least five passes two of his first three games.

Senior Daniel Ard will use his 6-5 frame to play a major role in the spread attack this season. Ard managed only 11 catches in limited time last season, but still managed to lead the team in touchdowns for the second-straight season.

Alex Estes spent the 2009 season as a tight end, but will move to a receiver spot in the spread attack.

Estes was used primarily as a blocker, and caught four passes for 27 yards and a touchdown.

Juniors Patrick Robertson and Ja-Vonta Trotter are poised for breakout seasons in 2010.

Both players have shown flashes in their first two seasons, and should have more of an impact in Hatcher’s pass-oriented offense.

Junior Dexter Durrante made the switch to receiver in the spring. He began the 2009 season as a defensive back, before making the switch to running back midway through the season.

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OUTLOOKFreshman Arthur Brackett adds depth to the receiving corps after posting a very strong spring. Brackett redshirted last season after earning all-region honors in high school.

Offensive LineThe Racers look to tighten up their offensive line this season as they return four players that saw significant action a season ago.

Junior Dylan Mundella returns for his third season on the Racers offensive line.

Mundella made nine starts at both guard positions in 2009, and started four games during his freshman year in 2007. He missed all the 2008 season with an injury.

Fellow junior Raymond Hopson has been in and out of the Racers starting lineup in his career. The Houston, Texas native has started 11 games over the previous two seasons.

A pair of sophomores, Roderick Tomlin and Andy Mahoney, gained valuable experience a season ago and will look to hold down starting spots in 2010.

Tomlin appeared in nine games last season and started the final four contests at left tackle. Mahoney made one start on the season, but did see time in eight contests.

Junior college transfer CJ Matthews brings some size to the interior. At 6-5, 330, Matthews brings a toughness that helped him earn honorable mention all-conference honors in leading Fullerton College to a regional championship.

Senior Richard Nelson will battle for playing time up front after redshirting a season ago.

Defensive LineThe biggest hole the Racers will have to fill in 2010 is replacing two-time All-America defensive end Austen Lane. The fifth-round pick of the Jacksonville Jaguars set the school’s all-time sack record in 2009 on his way to earning OVC Defensive Player of the Year honors.

Junior Jamal Crook enters his third year as a starter along the defensive front.

Crook has improved his number’s in each of his first two seasons, and finished the 2009 season with 11 tackles-for-loss and three sacks.

Fifth-year senior Blake Booth returns to the lineup after missing all of last season with an injury.

Booth has appeared in every game in which he was healthy and has tallied 74 tackles in his career.

Red-shirt junior Richard Biers adds depth to the defensive front after moving from linebacker midway through last season.

The anchor of the interior line will be junior defensive tackle Lamar Theus.

Theus has proved to be a force in the middle as he has posted 71 tackles, including 11 tackles-for-loss, in his first two years.

Sophomore Tyler Evans brings size and experience to the interior front.

In his first action last season, Evans recorded 10 tackles, including a pair of tackles in the backfield.

Senior Joe Gamsky will move inside after spending most of last season at end. Gamsky started the final game at end last season and finished the year with 19 tackles.

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OUTLOOKLinebackersThe Racers will switch back to a more traditional 4-3 alignment this season, and the transition will be made smooth by a deep linebacking corps.

Senior Zach Kutch returns for his fourth year as a starting linebacker.

Kutch posted at least six tackles in five of the eight games he played last season, including back-to-back double-digit tackle efforts against North Carolina State and Missouri State.

Senior Harry McCall will make the full transition to linebacker this season after spending the 2009 campaign as a hybrid safety.

McCall brings toughness to the position, and a knack for getting in the backfield. Last season, McCall recorded seven tackles-for-loss, forced two fumbles and intercepted two passes. He also returned a fumble 50 yards for a touchdown in the season opener against Kentucky Wesleyan.

Fellow senior, Justin Clark, will join McCall at linebacker, after spending the previous three seasons at cornerback and safety.

Clark is coming off his best season as a Racer as he recorded 45 tackles and intercepted a pass.

Junior Mark Oliver returns for his second season after joining the Racers a season ago.

Oliver finished his sophomore season with 38 tackles, including 5.5 tackles-for-loss, in nine games.

CornerbacksThe Racers enter the season with experience on the outside as they return three corners that have started throughout their careers.

Senior John Jean-Baptiste returns for his fourth season after starting eight games a season ago.

In his career, Jean-Baptiste has started 18 games and recorded 55 tackles. Last season, he intercepted a pair of passes and added four pass break-ups.

Junior Nathan Brinkley brings a physical presence to the outside in his second season as a Racer.

The junior college transfer registered 23 tackles and intercepted a pair of passes in 2009.

Junior Darrell Davis has battled injuries throughout his career. Davis appeared in four games last season, and intercepted a pass in the endzone in the Racers victory over Tennessee State.

SafetiesThe Racers enter the season with limited depth at the safety positions with the graduation of Taylor Lanigan and Josh Marshall.

Junior Erik Fennell will be looked upon as a leader in the secondary as he is the only returning safety.

Fennell started seven games at strong safety in 2009 and finished second on the team with 67 tackles. He recorded at least three tackles in all 11 games and ended the season with a career-best 14 tackles against Tennessee Tech.

Junior Lamar Hall made the transition from cornerback in the spring and will push for significant playing time at safety.

Hall made an immediate impact since his arrival and has posted 97 tackles in his first two seasons.

Freshman Josh Brown transferred at the beginning of the spring semester and made the transition from the offensive side of the ball to safety. Brown spent the fall at Iowa.

Special TeamsFor the third-straight season, junior Kienan Cullen will handle all the kicking duties for the Racers. The preseason all-OVC kicker and punter is coming off one of the finest season’s by a Racer special teamer.

Cullen averaged 41 yards on 68 punts, with 15 punts over 50 yards. He also had 21 punts downed inside the 20-yard line, and booted a career-long 72 yarder in the finale against Tennessee Tech.

The Louisville, Ky., native was successful on 14-of-17 field-goal attempts, and all 22 of his extra points.

The Racers boasted one of the top return units in the OVC a season ago as they led the league by averaging 17.9 yards per punt return, and ranked third in kickoff returns at 23.6 yards per return.

The unit is anchored by Consensus Draft Services Preseason Honorable Mention All-American Marcus Harris.

Harris led the league and ranked seventh in the FCS with a 26.8 yard return average on 23 kickoff returns. He also averaged 15 yards on 10 punt returns.

Harris was named the FCS Special Teams Player of the Week by The Sports Network after he returned a kickoff 86 yards for a touchdown, and followed it up with a 75 yard punt return for touchdown in the season-opening victory against Kentucky Wesleyan.


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CAREER STATISTICSReceiving

Year G No. Yds Avg. TD Long Avg./G2007 11 10 89 8.9 0 25 8.12008 12 35 439 12.5 5 47 36.62009 8 11 119 10.8 3 21 14.9 Career 31 56 647 11.6 8 47 20.9

2009: Appeared in eight games...had 11 catches for 119 yards and three touchdowns...led the team with three receiving touchdowns...had two catches for 38 yards and a score against Kentucky Wesleyan...caught a two-yard touchdown pass against North Carolina State...hauled in six passes for 58 yards and a score against Eastern Kentucky.

2008: Appeared in all 12 games...had 35 catches for 439 yards and five touchdowns...caught at least one pass in every game...had four catches for 104 yards and a pair of TDs against Lambuth...had six catches for 66 yards against SEMO...hauled in a nine-yard touchdown against Tennessee State.

2007: Appeared in all 11 games...finished the season with 10 catches for 89 yards...caught a pass in seven games...hauled in two passes for 25 yards in his first collegiate game against Louisville...had his best day against Eastern Kentucky when he had two catches for 36 yards, including a career-long 25-yard reception.

2006: Was a member of the MSU men’s basketball team during the 2006-07 season...joined the football team in the spring of 2007...averaged 2.3 points and 0.9 rebounds in 13 games.

HIGH SCHOOL: As a football player at Marshall County High School, he was a first-team all-state selection as a senior...he set school records for single-game passing yards (370) and single-season rushing yards for a quarterback with 1,300 yards...rushed for 18 touchdowns and threw for 22 while leading the Marshals to a 10-1 record as a senior...as a basketball player at MCHS, he finished as the program’s career scoring and rebounding leader with 2,185 points and 1,080 rebounds...also set the school single-game scoring record with 47 points...named to the All-Purchase Area Team by the Paducah Sun...selected first-team all-state as a senior and second team as a junior...nominated for the Kentucky-Indiana All-Star series...played in the Kentucky-Ohio all-star game and was named Co-MVP.

PERSONAL: Full name is Daniel Jason Ard...born April 5, 1987...son of Rodney and Vicki Graybill...has one brother, Justin...brother played football at MSU from 2000-04, earning first-team all-conference recognition in 2004...majoring in integrated studies.

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WR 6-5 228 SR

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46 RICHARD BIERSSCOTTSDALE, ARIZ.SCOTTSDALE COMMUNITY COLLEGE

DE 5-11 215 RS-JR

2009: Redshirted during the 2009 season.

BEFORE MSU: Played two seasons for coach Doug Madoski at Scottsdale Community College...recorded 32 tackles, seven for loss and two sacks as a sophomore.

HIGH SCHOOL: Three-year letterwinner for coach Ron Estabrook at Chaparal High School...earned second-team all-state honors after helping lead team to the state semifinals as a senior...earned first-team all-region accolades as a junior.

PERSONAL: Full name is Richard Charles Biers...born April 22, 1989...son of Rick Biers and Laura Millage...has three sisters, Carol, Bethany and Carly...majoring in business.


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CAREER STATISTICSYear G UA A TOT Loss Sacks INT PBU FF-FR2006 9 10 10 20 2.0-4 0-0 0 1 0-02007 8 5 10 15 1.5-8 0.5-6 0 0 0-12008 11 16 23 39 2.5-6 0-0 0 1 0-0Career 28 31 43 74 6.0-18 0.5-6 0 2 0-1

2009: Redshirted during the 2009 season after suffering a season-ending injury during summer camp.

2008: Appeared in 11 games...recorded 39 tackles, 16 solo...posted seven stops at Indiana...had back-to-back eight-tackle performances against Jacksonville State and Eastern Illinois...had career-best seven solo stops against JSU.

2007: Appeared in eight games at defensive end...missed three games due to injury...posted 15 tackles on the season...posted seven tackles, three solo, against Tennessee Tech...recovered a fumble against Tennessee State.

2006: Played in the Racers’ first nine games, starting five, before an injury ended his season...finished the season with 20 tackles, including 10 solo stops, two tackles-for-loss and one pass break-up...had a season-high five tackles against Indiana State.

HIGH SCHOOL: Helped Lexington High School to four playoff appearances, including a region runner-up finish in 2004 and a region championship in 2005...helped lead his team to a 12-1 record his senior year...recorded 101 tackles, two sacks, one interception and forced seven fumbles his senior year...twice named first-team all-region...selected first-team All-West Tennessee and first-team all-state following his senior season...also a member of the Tigers’ track and field team.

PERSONAL: Full name is Charles Blake Booth...born Dec. 9, 1987...son of Brent Booth and Kim Martin...has one sister, Blair, and one brother, Alex...majoring in finance.

85 BLAKE BOOTHLEXINGTON, TENN.LEXINGTON HIGH SCHOOL

DE 6-2 225 RS-SR


HIGH SCHOOL: Lettered three years for coach Shannon Brown at Bob Jones High School...two-time all-region selection...had 52 catches for 616 yards and four touchdowns as a senior...recorded 39 grabs for 525 yards and four scores as a junior...also participated in basketball and track.

PERSONAL: Full name is Arthur Lee Brackett...born April 8, 1991...son of Arthur and Shelia Brackett...has two brothers, Jeremy and Jaylin...brother, Jeremy, is also a member of the Racer football team...majoring in engineering.

81 ARTHUR BRACKETTMADISON, ALA.BOB JONES HIGH SCHOOL

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THE RACERS15 NATHAN BRINKLEYCLEWISTON, FLA.COFFEYVILLE COMMUNITY COLLEGE

CB 5-10 175 JR

CAREER STATISTICSYear G UA A TOT Loss Sacks INT PBU FF-FR2009 9 16 7 23 1.0-4 0-0 2 2 0-0Career 9 16 7 23 1.0-4 0-0 2 2 0-0

2009: Appeared in nine games, making six starts...finished season with 16 tackles, two interceptions, two pass break-ups and one blocked kick...intercepted a pass in his first game against Kentucky Wesleyan...registered five tackles, including one for loss, against North Carolina State...blocked an extra point against Eastern Kentucky...recorded four tackles and returned an interception 16 yards to seal the victory against Tennessee State...posted career-best seven tackles against Austin Peay.

BEFORE MSU: Played one season for head coach Darian Dulin at Coffeyville Community College...earned Honorable Mention All-Jayhawk honors at safety after recording 72 tackles.

HIGH SCHOOL: Played for head coach Pete Walker at Glades Day School...earned first-team all-area honors from the Palm Beach Post after rushing for 1,224 yards and 31 touchdowns as a senior...carried the ball nine times for 154 yards and two scores in state title game.

PERSONAL: Full name is Nathan Benard Brinkley...born April 24, 1989...son of Lillian Harper...has two brothers, Artic and Julius Harper, and one sister, Chaquoyal Willis...majoring in sociology.

12 CASEY BROCKMANMURRAY, KY.CALLOWAY COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL

QB 6-2 205 SO

2009: Started the final three games at quarterback...passed for 543 yards and three touchdowns...tossed a touchdown pass in all three games...went 18-for-33 for 216 yards and a touchdown in leading the Racers to a victory over Austin Peay in his first collegiate start...threw for 205 yards and a score against Southeast Missouri.

HIGH SCHOOL: Four-year letterwinner for head coach Josh McKeel at Calloway County High School...helped lead the Lakers to district and regional championships as a senior...earned all-state honors after passing for 3,417 yards and 41 touchdowns as a senior...school’s career leader in passing yards and TDs...earned Second-Team All-America honors by USA Today in baseball as a senior.

PERSONAL: Full name is Casey Samuel Brockman...born Sept. 8, 1990...son of Tab and Beth Brockman...has one brother, Tyler...plans to major in pre-law.

CAREER STATISTICSPassing

Year G Comp-Att Pct. Yds TD INT Avg./G2009 3 50-91 54.9 543 3 3 181.0 Career 3 50-91 54.9 543 3 3 181.0

RushingYear G Att Yards Avg. TD Long Avg./G2009 3 14 -47 -3.4 0 5 -15.7Career 3 14 -47 -3.4 0 5 -15.7

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DB 5-11 200 RS-FR

Enrolled at Murray State in January and went through spring drills.

BEFORE MSU: Redshirted during the 2009 season at Iowa...dressed for several games, including the Orange Bowl victory over Georgia Tech.

HIGH SCHOOL: Two-time all-conference selection for head coach Mike Morey at Dixie Hollins High School...garnered first-team all-conference and all-county honors as a senior...named MVP of the Pinellas County All-Star game following his senior campaign...rushed for 1,697 yards and 10 touchdowns in his career...threw for 1,364 yards and four touchdowns, while also adding 244 receiving yards...team captain as a junior and senior...alos lettered in basketball and track and field.

PERSONAL: Full name is Joshua Brown...born March 19, 1991...son of Thomas Brown and Janet Stine...has one brother, Sharrod, and three sisters, Kecia, Lawanda and Shaunta...undecided on a major.

49 RALPH CALHOUNMEMPHIS, TENN.CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL

RB 5-8 225 RS-SR


BEFORE MSU: Played one season for head coach Dwayne Alexander at Cumberland University.

HIGH SCHOOL: Two-year letterwinner for head coach Tom Nesmith at Memphis Central High School...earned offensive MVP honors as a junior and senior...two-time First-Team All-Region 5A...rushed for 992 yards and 12 touchdowns as a senior, after rushing for 1,045 yards and eight scores as a junior.

PERSONAL: Full name is Ralph Edward Calhoun...born Jan. 30, 1988...son of Dr. Ralph and Odessa Calhoun...has one sister, Kathi...majoring in pre-physical therapy.

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THE RACERS21 JUSTIN CLARKCHARLESTON, MO.CHARLESTON HIGH SCHOOL

LB 6-3 205 SR

CAREER STATISTICSYear G UA A TOT Loss Sacks INT PBU FF-FR2007 6 19 0 19 1.0-1 0-0 0 0 1-02008 9 3 3 6 0-0 0-0 0 0 0-02009 11 30 15 45 3.0-12 0-0 1 2 1-0Career 26 52 18 70 4.0-13 0-0 1 2 2-0

2009: Appeared in all 11 games...registered 35 tackles, 20 solo, three tackles-for-loss and one forced fumble...posted career-best 10 tackles, and forced a fumble, against SEMO...interecepted first career pass against Austin Peay...recorded two tackles-for-loss and a pass break-up in the opener against Kentucky Wesleyan...had five tackles against North Carolina State and Tennessee Tech.

2008: Appeared in nine games, mainly on special teams...recorded a pair of stops against Tennessee Tech and Southeast Missouri.

2007: Appeared in the final six games of the season at cornerback...was forced into action due to injury...finished the season with 19 tackles and one forced fumble...posted six tackles, including one for loss, and forced a fumble against UT Martin...made his first collegiate start against Austin Peay and responded with a career-best eight solo stops.

HIGH SCHOOL: All-state cornerback selection as a sophomore (first team) and junior (second team)...played quarterback and cornerback as a senior...threw for more than 600 yards with five touchdowns and rushed for 150 yards with a pair of scores in 2006...named first-team all-district and all-region in each of his four seasons...earned all-conference honors as a sophomore, junior and senior...helped Charleston High School to a 7-3 record and a district championship in 2004...earned first-team all-district and all-region recognition as a receiver following his sophomore and junior seasons...was also a four-year varsity letterman in basketball...member of the National Honor Society and a four-year member of the Charleston student council.

PERSONAL: Full name is Justin Dewayne Clark...born Aug. 17, 1988...son of Clint and Vanessa Clark...has one brother, Clint, and one sister, Angela...uncle, Larry, played football at Central Methodist...majoring in advertising.

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DE 6-1 245 JR

2009: Appeared in all 11 games, making 10 starts...registered 42 tackles, 11 tackles-for-loss and three sacks...had season-high eight tackles against Kentucky Wesleyan...posted 2.5 tackles-for-loss against Eastern Illinois.

2008: Started seven of the 12 games...recorded 21 tackles, 1.5 tackles-for-loss and 0.5 sacks...recovered a fumble in the endzone against Illinois State...posted a season-high four stops against Western Kentucky...returned a kickoff six yards against Jacksonville State.

HIGH SCHOOL: Four-year letterwinner for head coach Mike Heldt at Alonso High School...finished his career with 38 sacks and 19 forced fumbles...earned second-team all-state honors by the Florida Sports Writers Association after recording 52 tackles and 15.5 sacks as a senior...named to the St. Petersburg Times All-County First Team...registered 12 tackles and three sacks in a victory over Blake...posted a season-high 4.5 sacks against Freedom...member of the honor roll.

PERSONAL: Full name is Jamal Kinte Crook...born July 1, 1990...has one brother, Mulani Ali, and one sister, Demetria...majoring in health and physical education.

CAREER STATISTICSYear G UA A TOT Loss Sacks INT PBU FF-FR2008 12 9 12 21 1.5-3 0.5-0 0 1 0-12009 11 15 27 42 11.0-45 3.0-17 0 0 0-0Career 23 24 39 63 12.5-48 3.5-17 0 1 0-1

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3 KIENAN CULLENLOUISVILLE, KY.BUTLER HIGH SCHOOL

K/P 6-3 224 JR

CAREER STATISTICSYear G No.-Yds Avg Long I20 Att-Made Long PAT2008 12 51-1906 37.4 55 12 14-20 41 27-292009 11 68-2787 41.0 72 21 14-17 48 22-22Career 23 119-4693 39.4 72 33 28-37 48 49-51

2010 Preseason All-OVC Punter2010 Preseason All-OVC Kicker2009 First-Team All-OVC Punter2009 Second-Team All-OVC Kicker2009 Preseason All-OVC Kicker

2009: Handled all kicking duties for second-straight year...averaged 41.0 yards on 68 punts...had 15 punts over 50 yards and 21 punts downed inside the 20-yard line...booted career-best 72-yard punt against Tennessee Tech...went 14-for-17 on field goals...hit career-best 48 yarder against SEMO...perfect 22-for-22 on extra points...registered seven touchbacks on 45 kickoffs.

2008: Handled all kicking duties...averaged 37.4 yards on 51 punts...had 12 punts downed inside the 20...went 14-for-20 on field goals with a long of 41...was 27-of-29 on extra-point attempts...averaged 55.3 yards on 47 kickoffs with two touchbacks...completed 15-yard pass on fake punt against Indiana.

HIGH SCHOOL: Played two seasons for head coach Doug Lucas at Butler Traditional High School...earned second-team all-state honors after averaging 45.5 yards on 46 punts...was successful on 12-of-13 extra points...recorded 24 touchbacks on 26 kickoffs...selected to participate in the East-West Greater Louisville Football Coaches Association All-Star game...also had six receptions for 146 yards and a touchdown while playing tight end...earned all-district, all-county and all-region honors as a junior...four-year letterwinner on the basketball court, and a two-year letterwinner in soccer.

PERSONAL: Full name is Kienan Brendan Cullen...born May 18, 1989...son of Brendan and Cindy Cullen...has three brothers, Casey, Corey and Desi, and one sister, Cindy...brother, Desi, was the starting punter at UConn...majoring in health and physical education.

80 RASHAD DANIELSKISSIMMEE, FLA.OSCEOLA HIGH SCHOOL

WR 6-1 180 SR

2009: Appeared in eight games...had 19 catches for 206 yards and a touchdown...had career-best five catches for 60 yards against Jacksonville State...added five catches for 40 yards against Tennessee State...hauled in a 33-yard touchdown pass against SEMO.


HIGH SCHOOL: Played his senior season at Osecola High School...earned first-team all-county accolades after catching 12 passes for 415 yards and seven touchdowns...also a district champion in the long jump.

PERSONAL: Full name is Rashad Kleshaire Daniels...born May 5, 1988...son of Willie and Sharon Daniels...has two brothers, Kiaree and Akeem...majoring in physical education.


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THE RACERS31 DARRELL DAVISST. LOUIS, MO.SOLDAN INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

CB 5-11 185 JR

2009: Appeared in four games...finished season with six tackles...interecepted first career pass against Tennessee State...recorded three tackles against Kentucky Welseyan and UT Martin.

2008: Sidelined most of the season season with injury...appeared in two games...started at corner against UT Martin...recorded an assisted tackle in that game.


HIGH SCHOOL: Passed for 1,000 yards and rushed for more than 500 yards during his senior season at Soldan International High School...led the team with four interceptions and four forced fumbles as a junior...recorded 37 tackles his junior season...three-year letterman as a member of Soldan’s baseball team.

PERSONAL: Full name is Darrell G. Davis, Jr...born Feb. 1, 1989...son of Darrell and Dwana Davis...has two brothers, Chad and Dwan, and one sister, Jasmine...cousin, Martin Nance, played for the Minnesota Vikings...majoring in sociology.

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OL 6-1 285 RS-FR


HIGH SCHOOL: Four-year letterwinner for coach Brian Rector at Ravenwood High School...helped to capture 5A state championship in 2005 and a runner-up finish in 2007.

PERSONAL: Full name is Clyde Casey Duncan, III...born April 3, 1991...son of Clyde and Kathy Duncan...has one brother, Cody, who is currently playing at Cumberland University...undecided on a major.

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2 DEXTER DURRANTEFORT CAMPBELL, KY.FORT CAMPBELL HIGH SCHOOL

WR 5-11 187 JR

2009: Appeared in all 11 games...began the season as a defensive back, registering seven tackles...played final four games as a running back...rushed 10 times for 55 yards...rushed for season-best 27 yards against SEMO.

2008: Appeared in 11 games, playing mostly on special teams...recorded eight tackles...posted a season-high two tackles against Illinois State.

HIGH SCHOOL: Four-year letterwinner for head coach Shawn Berner at Ft. Campbell High School...earned first-team all-state honors from the Associated Press and Bluegrass Prep after helping his team to a 13-2 record and the state championship...recorded 7.5 tackles and rushed for 120 yards, including the game-winning touchdown, in the state championship victory over Newport Central Catholic...finished the season with 138 tackles, five interceptions and three forced fumbles, while rushing for 700 yards...earned Defensive Player of the Year accolades after resistering 152 tackles and six forced fumbles as a junior...First-Team All-Western Kentucky Conference selection as a junior and senior...also a member of the Falcons basketball team

PERSONAL: Full name is Dexter Thomas Durrante, Jr...born Jan. 18, 1990...son of Dexter Durrante and Sophia Kandawire...has four brothers, Tyrece, Raquan, Rasson and Dasson, and one sister, Diamond...Raquan is also a member of the Racer football team...majoring in advertising.

CAREER STATISTICSYear G UA A TOT Loss Sacks INT PBU FF-FR2008 11 2 6 8 0-0 0-0 0 0 0-02009 11 1 6 7 0-0 0-0 0 0 0-0Career 22 3 12 15 0-0 0-0 0 0 0-0

RushingYear G Att Yards Avg. TD Long Avg./G2009 11 10 55 5.5 0 11 5.0Career 11 10 55 5.5 0 11 5.0

28 RAQUAN DURRANTEFORT CAMPBELL, KY.FORT CAMPBELL HIGH SCHOOL

CB 6-1 185 RS-FR


HIGH SCHOOL: Played four years for coach Shawn Berner at Ft. Campbell High School...helped the Falcons claim back-to-back state championships...two-time First-Team All-West Kentucky Conference, Ky. New Era and Leaf Chronicle selection...garnered second-team all-state accolades as a senior.

PERSONAL: Full name is Raquan James-Mack Durrante...born April 19, 1991...son of Dexter Durrante and Sophia Kandawire...has four brothers, Tyrece, Dexter, Rasson and Dasson, and one sister, Diamond...Dexter is also a member of the Racer football team...undecided on a major.


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THE RACERS18 JEFF EHRHARDTST. LOUIS, MO.WESTMINSTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

QB 6-4 220 SR

CAREER STATISTICSPassing

Year G Comp-Att Pct. Yds TD INT Avg./G2007 11 236-393 60.1 2567 21 12 233.42008 9 169-266 63.5 1885 11 8 209.42009 5 45-85 53.6 501 3 4 100.2 Career 25 450-743 60.6 4953 35 24 198.1

RushingYear G Att Yards Avg. TD Long Avg./G2007 11 146 375 2.6 5 21 34.12008 9 78 321 4.1 2 31 35.72009 5 18 -45 -2.5 0 9 -9.0Career 25 242 652 2.7 7 31 26.0

2007 OVC Freshman of the Year2007 Second-Team All-OVC/All-Newcomer TeamMSU Freshman Record for Touchdown Passes (21)MSU Single-Game Record for Completions (36)

2009: Appeared in five games...went 45-for-84 for 501 yards and three touchdowns...passed for season-best 250 yards against Missouri State...tossed for a pair of scores against Kentucky Wesleyan.

2008: Started nine games,...was 169-for-266 for 1,885 yards and 11 touchdowns...rushed for 321 yards and two scores...passed for a career-best 375 against UT Martin...added a season-best four TD passes in that game...passed for over 300-yards in three-straight games for the second time in his career.

2007: Started all 11 games...went 236-for-393 for 2,567 yards and 21 touchdowns...also rushed for 375 yards and five touchdowns...led the OVC in yards, completions, touchdown passes, passing yards a game and total offense...two-time OVC Newcomer of the Week...went 29-for-43 for 344 yards and five touchdowns against Eastern Kentucky...only MSU player to pass for over 300 yards and rush for over 100 yards in the same game against Tennessee State...finished the game by going 36-for-46 for 300 yards and two touchdowns, while rushing 30 times for 104 yards and a score.


HIGH SCHOOL: Rated as the third-best quarterback in the St. Louis area and the sixth-best in Missouri...finished his career with 4,591 passing yards and 43 touchdowns...twice named all-conference...chosen Second-Team Missouri Class 3 All-State, third-team all-metro and conference co-offensive player of the year as a senior...set school single-game records for completions (24), attempts (44), passing yards (352) and touchdowns (5)...set school season records for completions (154), attempts (250), passing yards (2,522) and touchdowns (29)...also played basketball, baseball, and participated in track and field for the Wildcats.

PERSONAL: Full name is Steven Jeffrey Ehrhardt...born Nov. 2, 1987...son of Steve and Sandy Ehrhardt...has two sisters, Kristi and Keri...majoring in organizational communication.


Year G No. Yds Avg. TD Long Avg./G2009 11 4 27 6.8 1 18 2.5 Career 11 4 27 6.8 1 18 2.5

87 ALEX ESTESATCHISON, KAN.BUTLER COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE

WR 6-5 250 SR

2009: Appeared in all 11 games...had four catches for 27 yards and a touchdown...hauled in an 18-yard reception against Kentucky Welseyan...caught a two-yard touchdown pass against Jacksonville State.

BEFORE MSU: Helped lead Butler County Community College to back-to-back NJCAA National Championships...earned all-conference honors after recording 14 catches for 119 yards and two touchdowns as a sophomore.

HIGH SCHOOL: Two-year letterwinner for head coach Christ Prestegard at Maur Hill Prep...earned all-state honors as a senior...two-time all-state selection in basketball.

PERSONAL: Full name is Alex Estes...born June 24, 1989...son of Steve and Marianne Estes...has one sister, Amanda...majoring in finance.

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THE RACERS90 TYLER EVANSTAMPA, FLA.H.B. PLANT HIGH SCHOOL

DT 6-2 299 SO

2009: Appeared in 10 games, making two starts...registered 10 tackles, two tackles-for-loss and one sack...had a pair of tackles and a sack against Kentucky Wesleyan...had a tackle-for-loss against North Carolina State...posted career-best three stops against Eastern Kentucky.


HIGH SCHOOL: Three-year letterwinner for head coach Robert Weiner at H.B. Plant High School...helped the Panthers to a 35-5 record, three-straight district championships and the 2007 state championship...finished his career with 165 tackles (124 solo), 77 tackles-for-loss, 10 sacks and three fumble recoveries...posted 55 tackles and fives sacks his senior season on his way to earning First-Team All-Florida Athletic Coaches Association honors...earned second-team all-state and first-team all-county accolades as a junior...also a four-year letterwinner on the track and field team...member of the Beta Honor Club.

PERSONAL: Full name is James Tyler Evans...born June 26, 1990...son of Donnie and Marlene Evans...undecided on a major.

35 ERIK FENNELLTAMPA, FLAHILLSBOROUGH HIGH SCHOOL

DB 5-11 182 JR

2009: Started seven of the 11 games he appeared...ranked second on the team with 67 tackles, including 34 solo stops...registered at least three tackles in every game, including two double-digit tackle performances...posted 12 tackles against Eastern Illinois...added a career-best 14 stops in the finale against Tennessee Tech.

2008: Appeared in 10 games, playing mainly on special teams...finished the season with 12 tackles...had a season-best four stops against Indiana.

HIGH SCHOOL: Played two years for head coach Earl Garcia at Hillsborough High School...helped lead the Terriers to a 9-3 record his senior season...earned Defensive Player of the Year honors after recording 89 tackles, one sack and one intereception in 2007...earned all-conference and all-district laurels his senior season...rushed for 685 yards and 13 touchdowns, and threw for 350 yards and 10 scores as a junior...also a member of the baseball and track teams.

PERSONAL: Full name is Erik Deshea Fennell...born Aug. 31, 1989...son of Regina Grambell...has three brothers, Rashaad Fennell, Jutero Clemons and Amir Grambell...majoring in advertising.

CAREER STATISTICSYear G UA A TOT Loss Sacks INT PBU FF-FR2008 10 5 7 12 0-0 0-0 0 0 0-02009 11 34 33 67 2.0-10 1.0-9 0 1 0-0Career 21 39 40 79 2.0-10 1.0-9 0 1 0-0

CAREER STATISTICSYear G UA A TOT Loss Sacks INT PBU FF-FR2009 10 5 5 10 2.0-12 1.0-10 0 0 0-0Career 10 5 5 10 2.0-12 1.0-10 0 0 0-0

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THE RACERS43 KENNETH FLINTROYLOUISVILLE, KY.VALLEY TRADITIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

LB 5-8 178 RS-JR

76 JACOB GAMBINOFORT LAUDERDALE, FLA.GEORGIA SOUTHERN

OL 6-3 310 RS-FR


HIGH SCHOOL: Played his senior season for head coach Roger Deskins at Valley Traditional High School...voted as the team’s top defensive player after registering 85 tackles.

PERSONAL: Full name is Kenneth Dion Flintroy...born Sept. 30, 1989...son of Kenneth and Sharia Flintroy...has two brothers, Ken and Kendrick, and one sister, Sirena...majoring in physical therapy.


BEFORE MSU: Redshirted during the 2009 season at Georgia Southern.

HIGH SCHOOL: Played for head coach George Smith at St. Thomas Aquinas High School...helped the Raiders capture the 2008 state championship...garnered First-Team All-Broward County honors as a senior.

PERSONAL: Full name is Jacob Charles Gambino...born Dec. 17, 1989...son of Chris and Melinda Gambino...has two brothers, Ken and Kendrick, and one sister, Sirena...undecided on a major.

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THE RACERS53 JOE GAMSKYCRESTWOOD, KY.MOREHEAD STATE

DT 6-1 245 JR

2009: Appeared in all 11 games, making one start...recorded 19 tackles and 2.0 tackles-for-loss...posted two tackles in each of the first three games...tied his career-high with three tackles in each of the final three games...added a tackle-for-loss against Austin Peay and Tennessee Tech.

2008: Played in seven games...recorded seven tackles, including 0.5 for loss...had a three stops against Eastern Kentucky.

BEFORE MSU: Red shirted the 2007 season at Morehead State.

HIGH SCHOOL: Two-time first-team all-district selection for head coach Nate Jones at South Oldham High School...named District MVP as a senior...selected to the all-state third team as a senior...finished his senior year with 121 tackles, five sacks and two interceptions...also rushed for 900 yards and 12 touchdowns...also a four-year letterwinner on the basketball team...received 6th Man of the Year and Mr. Hustle award.

PERSONAL: Full name is Joe Dean Gamsky...born Sept. 22, 1988...son of Art and Teresa Gamsky...has one brother, Jake, and one sister, Lissa...majoring in physical education.

9 LAMAR HALLST. PETERSBURG, FLA.GIBBS HIGH SCHOOL

DB 5-9 197 JR

2009: Started six games at corner...ended season with 37 tackles and a pair of pass break-ups...had four solo stops in back-to-back games against North Carolina State and Missouri State...tied career-best with eith tackles in finale against Tennessee Tech.

2008: Made 10 starts at corner...recorded 60 tackles and three interceptions...tied for team lead in interceptions...had a season-high eight stops against Indiana...picked off a pair of passes against SEMO...recorded 1.5 tackles-for-loss against Tennessee Tech.

HIGH SCHOOL: Two-year starter at quarterback for Gibbs High School...earned first-team all-District 10-5A honors after recording 1,500 yards of total offense and 16 touchdowns as a senior...registered 1,100 total yards and 13 touchdowns as a junior...lettered three years in track and field.

PERSONAL: Full name is Lamar Anterio Hall...born Oct. 10, 1989...son of Rodney and Valencia Liburd...has one brother, Mario, and one sister, Terrika...majoring in exercise science.

CAREER STATISTICSYear G UA A TOT Loss Sacks INT PBU FF-FR2008 12 38 22 60 1.5-6 0-0 3 3 0-12009 11 24 13 37 1.0-2 0-0 0 2 0-0Career 23 62 35 97 2.5-8 0-0 3 5 0-1

CAREER STATISTICSYear G UA A TOT Loss Sacks INT PBU FF-FR2008 7 1 6 7 0.5-2 0-0 0 0 0-02009 11 8 11 19 2.0-2 0-0 0 0 0-0Career 18 9 17 26 2.5-4 0-0 0 0 0-0

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THE RACERS17 MARCUS HARRISNORTH ST. LOUIS, MO.KIRKWOOD HIGH SCHOOL

WR 6-1 185 SR


Year G No. Yds Avg. TD Long Avg./G2007 11 26 345 13.3 4 45 31.42008 12 61 652 10.7 6 48 54.32009 10 45 417 9.3 2 26 41.7 Career 33 132 1414 10.7 12 48 42.8

2010 Preseason All-OVC Wide Receiver2010 Consensus Draft Services HM Preseason All-America2009 Consensus Draft Services HM Preseason All-America

2009: Appeared in 10 games...led the team with 45 receptions and ranked second with 417 yards and two touchdowns...had at least six catches in five games...posted season-high nine grabs against UT Martin...registered 84 receiving yards against Austin Peay...returned 23 kickoffs for 617 yards and a touchdown...had seven kickoff returns for 105 yards and a score...returned a punt and kickoff for a touchdown in the season opener.

2008: Started all 12 games...had 61 receptions for 652 yards and six touchdowns...led team in receptions and was second in yards...had at least three receptions in every game...recorded 10 receptions for 95 yards and a score against Illinois State...hauled in six passes for 94 yards and two TDs against UT Martin...had 124 kickoff return yards against Jacksonville State.

2007: Appeared in all 11 games at wide receiver...finished the season with 26 catches for 345 yards and four touchdowns...caught 14 passes for 228 yards and four touchdowns over a three-game stretch late in the season...grabbed six passes for 82 yards and his first touchdown against Eastern Kentucky...had four catches for 97 yards and a pair of scores against UT Martin.

HIGH SCHOOL: Earned second team all-state honors after passing for 1,800 yards and rushing for 450 yards his senior season ...led the Pioneers to the class 5A state championship game, where Kirkwood fell to Raymore-Peculiar High School...scored two touchdowns on the ground while rushing for 111 yards in the championship game...also completed 9-of-22 passes for 162 yards through the air...named first team all-conference as a junior and a senior...following his junior campaign, in which he threw for 2,423 yards, he was selected honorable mention all-state...in three seasons on the varsity squad, he helped Kirkwood to a combined 29-4 record...selected as the junior varsity offensive MVP and team MVP his sophomore season.

PERSONAL: Full name is Marcus Ryan Harris...born March 1, 1989...son of Michael and April Harris...has two sisters, Deshaunte and Deanna, and one brother, Michael, Jr...his brother, Michael, plays football at Westminster College...is related to former NBA All-Star Reggie Miller...majoring in electronic media.

47 STERLING HENRYST. LOUIS, MO.HAZELWOOD WEST HIGH SCHOOL

DB 6-1 190 RS-FR


HIGH SCHOOL: Two-year starter for head coach Timothy Harry at Hazelwood West High School...two-time all-conference selection as a defensive back...also participated in track and field.

PERSONAL: Full name is Sterling Frabion Henry...born Oct. 5, 1991...son of Forrest and Nifiteria Henry...has one brother, Romeo, and one sister, Dajai...undecided on a major.

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CAREER STATISTICSYear G UA A TOT Loss Sacks INT PBU FF-FR2007 10 20 6 26 0.0-0 0-0 0 0 0-02008 3 1 3 4 0.5-1 0-0 0 0 0-02009 10 21 4 25 0-0 0-0 2 4 0-0Career 23 42 13 55 0.5-1 0-0 2 4 0-0

74 RAYMOND HOPSONHOUSTON, TEXASL.V. HIGHTOWER HIGH SCHOOL

OL 6-2 275 JR

2009: Started the final three games at right guard...appeared in five games...helped team to three of its top five rushing performances on the season.

2008: Appeared in all 12 games, making eight starts...helped team put up back-to-back games of over 200 yards rushing...part of a line that allowed 19 sacks in 407 pass attempts.


HIGH SCHOOL: Was a two-time all-district selection at L.V. Hightower High School...helped the Hurricanes to a district co-championship his senior year and was named the team’s offensive line MVP...was also the team’s offensive line MVP as a junior...named first team all-district after his senior season and second team all-district after his junior campaign...also participated in the shot put as a member of Hightower’s track and field team.

PERSONAL: Full name is Raymond Darryl Hopson...born July 14, 1989...son of Raymond, Sr. and Jill Hopson...has two sisters, Mia and Lindsey...majoring in advertising.

20 JOHN JEAN-BAPTISTETAMPA, FLA.GAITHER HIGH SCHOOL

CB 5-10 160 SR

2009: Started eight of the 10 games in which he appeared...recorded a career-best 21solo tackles...intercepted a pass in each of the first two games of the season...had season-high seven tackles against Jacksonville State.

2008: Appeared in three games...made four tackles, including 0.5 for loss against Lambuth.

2007: Started the first 10 games at cornerback...recorded 26 tackles on the season...posted four solo stops against Eastern Illinois...had a career-best six solo tackles against Eastern Kentucky.

HIGH SCHOOL: Helped his team to a 7-5 record in 2006 and was selected Honorable Mention All-Tampa Tribune...recorded 58 tackles, two interceptions and nine pass deflections his senior season...also blocked a pair of field goals...as a junior he finished the season with 40 tackles, two interceptions and 10 pass deflections.

PERSONAL: Full name is John James Jean-Baptiste...born Sept. 16, 1988...son of Yannick Jean-Baptiste … has two brothers, Jose and Joey...majoring in criminal justice.

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THE RACERS93 MATT JOHNSONODESSA, FLA.WALTER L. SICKLES HIGH SCHOOL

DE 6-5 232 JR

2009: Appeared in the season opener against Kentucky Wesleyan.

2008: Appeared in four games on defense...made a solo stop against Indiana.


HIGH SCHOOL: Caught 25 passes for 300 yards and one touchdown his senior season at Walter L. Sickles High School...named to the Hillsborough County All-Star Game and earned the Griffin Glide Award for outstanding leadership as a senior...caught 15 passes for 250 yards and one touchdown as a junior...two-time all-conference selection in basketball...averaged 15.6 points and 10.8 rebounds as a senior.

PERSONAL: Full name is Matthew J. Johnson...born March 13, 1989...son of John and Susan Johnson...has two brothers, Jared and David...majoring in engineering physics.

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50 JESURUN KELLYMEMPHIS, TENN.BISHOP BYRNE HIGH SCHOOL

DB 5-7 176 RS-FR


HIGH SCHOOL: Three-year letterwinner for head coach Jack Grannan at Bishop Byrne High School...earned second-team all-state honors as a junior and senior...recorded 108 tackles and four sacks as a senior, after regitering 72 tackles and forcing to fumbles as a junior...also lettered in baseball and track and field.

PERSONAL: Full name is Jesurun Karl Kelly...born July 7, 1991...son of Karl and Barbara Kelly...has one brother, Jahmiah...majoring in exercise science.


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THE RACERS37 ZACH KUTCHCOCOA, FLA.SPACE COAST HIGH SCHOOL

LB 6-0 229 SR

2009: Started eight games at linebacker...missed three games due to injury...recorded 48 tackles, three tackles-for-loss and an interception...had back-to-back double-digit tackle games against North Carolina State and Missouri State...registered six tackles and an interception against Jacksonville State.

2008: Started 11 games at linebacker...finished the season with 69 tackles, seven tackles-for-loss, 1.5 sacks and an interception...posted a career-best 14 tackles against Illinois State...matched that effort with 14 stops, including four for loss, against Austin Peay...returned an interception 45 yards against Eastern Illinois...forced a fumble on a sack against SEMO.

2007: Started 10 games during the season...ranked third on the team with 64 tackles...recorded 3.5 tackles-for-loss...broke up two passes and intercepted another...recorded six tackles in his first collegiate start at Illinois State...followed it up with eight tackles in the home-opener against Lambuth...picked off his first career pass against Jacksonville State...posted a career-best nine stops and broke up two passes against UT Martin.

HIGH SCHOOL: Rushed for over 1,000 yards and was named team MVP his senior season...selected as a Brevard County All-Star and earned ESPN Player of the Game honors in 2006...as a junior he rushed for over 800 yards and was selected as the team’s offensive MVP...also selected as an ESPN Big School Player of the Week during the 2005 season...while playing at Space Coast High School, he was coached by Doug Ruggles, who was Matt Griffin’s roommate when the two were students at the University of New Hampshire..also lettered in baseball and basketball.

PERSONAL: Full name is Zachary Allen Kutch...born Aug. 11, 1988...son of Steve Sellars and Debra Kutch-Sellars...has two sisters, Heather and Stephanie, and three brothers, Ryan, Brandon and Daniel...majoring in health and physical education.

CAREER STATISTICSYear G UA A TOT Loss Sacks INT PBU FF-FR2007 10 43 21 64 3.5-7 0-0 1 2 0-12008 11 28 41 69 7.0-33 1.5-18 1 2 1-02009 8 21 27 48 3.0-11 1.0-6 1 1 0-0Career 29 92 89 183 13.5-51 2.5-24 3 5 1-1

86 PAUL LEWISST. LOUIS, MO.WESTMINSTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

DE 6-6 254 JR

2009: Appeared in five games before injury cut season short...finished season with 14 tackles and a forced fumble...recorded career-best eight tackles and forced a fumble agaisnt Kentucky Wesleyan...registered two tackles in each of the next three games.

2008: Appeared in eight games, mainly on special teams...recorded two tackles, one each against Western kentucky and Jacksonville State.


HIGH SCHOOL: Earned first-team all-state honors as a defensive end his senior season...finished his final prep campaign with 59 tackles, 10 sacks, four forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries...scored a touchdown on a fumble recovery and blocked a field goal as well...helped the Wildcats claim the 2006 ABC League Championship and the District 4 Championship...first team all-metro, All-ABC and ABC League Player of the Year. as a senior...also selected to the St. Louis Rams Elite 25 Players list...helped Westminster to an 8-2 record and earned first-team all-independent recognition as a tight end and defensive end as a junior...finished the 2005 season with 20 receptions for 298 yards and five touchdowns to go along with 40 tackles, four sacks, one forced fumble and one fumble recovery...during his sophomore season, Lewis caught 19 passes for 238 yards and scored two touchdowns...also made 55 tackles, forced two fumbles and blocked four field goals on his way to earning second-team all-independent recognition...also participated in basketball track and field.

PERSONAL: Full name is Paul David Lewis...born Nov. 9, 1988...son of Clarence and JoAnn Lewis...has two brothers, Erik and Jeff...majoring in history.



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THE RACERS70 ANDY MAHONEYLEXINGTON, KY.LEXINGTON CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL

OL 6-2 278 SO

2009: Appeared in eight games...got the start at left guard against Eastern Illinois.


HIGH SCHOOL: Helped lead Lexington Catholic to a 47-7 record and a pair of Kentucky 4A State Championships...earned all-city and all-district accolades in leading the Knights to a 13-2 record and the 2007 4A State Championship...garnered all-city, all-district and all-state honors as a junior...helped the Knights to a 14-1 mark and the 2005 4A State Championship.

PERSONAL: Full name is Andrew Beckett Mahoney...born June 29, 1990...son of Michael and Betsy Mahoney...majoring in business.

75 CJ MATTHEWSWEST COLUMBIA S.C.FULLERTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE

OL 6-5 330


BEFORE MSU: Played for head coach Tim Byrnes at Fullerton Community College...earned honorable mention all-conference honors in 2008 after helping the Hornets to a 10-2 record and a conference championship.

HIGH SCHOOL: Earned all-region honors as a senior at Airport High School...also lettered in track and field.

PERSONAL: Full name is James Clayton Matthews...born March 9, 1989...son of Theresa Kirkland...has one brother, Michael, and one sister, Ashley Kirkland...majoring in health and physical education.

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16 HARRY McCALLCINCINNATI, OHIOBETHEL COLLEGE

LB 6-2 216 SR

2009: Started all 11 games...recorded 43 tackles, seven tackles-for-loss, forced two fumbles and had two interceptions...had an interception and returned a fumble 50 yards for a touchdown in the victory over Kentucky Wesleyan...knotched an interception and a pass break-up against Missouri State...had a pair of tackles-for-loss and a forced fumble against Tennessee State and Tennessee Tech.

2008: Started all 12 games at corner...recorded 55 tackles...registered two interceptions and a team-best nine pass break-ups...recorded a career-best 11 tackles and added an interception against Tennessee Tech...broke up four passes against SEMO.


BEFORE MSU: Played the 2006 season at Bethel College...recorded 10 tackles and one interception in helping the Wildcats to a 10-3 record and the Mid-South Conference Championship.

HIGH SCHOOL: Two-time all-conference selection for head coach Kurry Cummings at Mt. Healthy High School...recorded 60 tackles, six interceptions and scored two defensive touchdowns in helping the Fighthing Owls to a 10-1 record as a senior...performance earned him first-team all-city and all-district accolades, as well as honorable mention all-state laurels...registered 53 tackles and five interceptions as a junior...also a two-year member of the basektball team and track and field team for one year.

PERSONAL: Full name is Harry Isiah McCall...born Sept. 18, 1988...son of Harry and Wanda McCall...majoring in advertising.

73 MATT McWHORTERFERGUSON, KY.PULASKI SOUTHWESTERN HIGH SCHOOL

OL 6-2 263 SR

2009: Did not appear in any games.

2008: Appeared in eight games, mainly on special teams.


2006: Played in all 11 games and started one game...recorded two tackles...had 0.5 tackles for a loss...started at nose tackle against Tennessee Tech.

HIGH SCHOOL: Earned all-district, all-region and second-team all-state following his senior season at Pulaski Southwestern High School...returned a fumble 99 yards for a touchdown, third-longest in state history, during his junior year...played for head coach Dale Anderson.

PERSONAL: Full name is James Matthew McWhorter...born Sept. 21, 1987...son of Frank and Penny Muse and James McWhorter...has one sister, Heather...majoring in social work.


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THE RACERS54 ANTHONY MITCHELLNANCY, KY.SOUTHWESTERN HIGH SCHOOL

LS 6-0 185 RS-FR


HIGH SCHOOL: Helped lead Southwestern High School to three district runner-up finishes and one district championship...earned all-district, all-county and all-region honors as a senior...also par-ticipated in track and field.

PERSONAL: Full name is Anthony William-Edward Mithcell...born Sept. 2, 1990...son of William and Danielle Mitchell...has one brother, Cory...plans to major in physical education.


HIGH SCHOOL: Played four seasons for head coach Bill Cox at Warren Central High School...earned all-conference accolades af-ter rushing for over 1,000 yards and 15 touchdowns as a senior...rushed for 600 yards and eight scores before missing the final four games...helped team capture district championships as a fresh-man and sophomore...also participated in basketball and track.

PERSONAL: Full name is Tabarus Lawan Mitchell...born March 23, 1991...son of Varnado and Carolyn Mitchell...has one brother, Shaun...plans to major in accounting.

44 TABARUS MITCHELLBOWLING GREEN, KY.WARREN CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL

RB 5-11 170 RS-FR


HIGH SCHOOL: Two-year letterwinner at Ballard Memorial High School...earned the Special Teams Award as a junior and senior...also lettered in baseball, basketball and track and field.

PERSONAL: Full name is Steven Michael Mix...born April 8, 1991...son of Mike and Stephanie Mix...has two brothers, Thomas and Mikie, and two sisters, Vicki and Heather...undecided on a major.

83 STEVEN MIXBARLOW, KY.BALLARD MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL

P 6-1 205 RS-FR

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79 DYLAN MUNDELLAST. PETERSBURG, FLA.NORTHEAST HIGH SCHOOL

OL 6-3 280 JR

2009: Started nine games at both guard positions...helped the Racers rush for a season-high 170 yards and three touchdowns in the season opener against Kentucky Wesleyan.


2007: Moved into the starting lineup at left guard against Eastern Illinois...started four-straight games before an injury caused him to miss the final two games...helped team to have a 100-yard rusher in back-to-back games against EIU and Southeast Missouri.

HIGH SCHOOL: Helped Northeast High School go from 3-7 his junior season to 7-3 his senior year ...earned all-conference honors as a junior and as a senior...selected to the Pinellas County All-Star team as a senior...also a member of the Vikings’ wrestling team.

PERSONAL: Full name is Dylan Thomas Mundella...born Nov. 16, 1988...son of Linda Mundella...has one brother, Robert, and one sister, Jenifer...majoring in sociology.

51 RICHARD NELSONPALM BEACH, FLA.ALLAN HANCOCK COMMUNITY COLLEGE

OL 6-4 296 RS-SR

2009: Redshirted during the 2009 season after making the switch to the offensive line following spring practice.

2008: Appeared in nine games...recorded eight tackles...had season-best five stops against Eastern Illinois...returned kickoff seven yards against Austin Peay.

BEFORE MSU: Played two seasons for head coach Chris Durta at Allan Hancock Community College.

HIGH SCHOOL: Played his final two seasons for head coach Jack Daniels at William T. Dwyer High School...helped lead team to back-to-back 11-1 records and district championships...earned all-area and third-team all-state accolades as a senior.

PERSONAL: Full name is Richard Antonio Nelson...born March 4, 1988...son of Ronald and Bernice Nelson...has two brothers, Warren and Doiyon Parson, and one sister, Ann Nelson...majoring in sociology.


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THE RACERS25 PRINCE NWAGBARAMARIETTA, GA.McEACHERN HIGH SCHOOL

RB 5-10 213 JR

2009: Appeared in nine games...carried the ball 42 times for 163 yards and a touchdown...also had four receptions for 72 yards and a score...rushed for a touchdown in the season opener against Kentucky Wesleyan...had season-high 52 yards against Missouri State...caught a 25-yard touchdown in the victory over Austin Peay...hauled in two passes for 42 yards against SEMO.

2008: Appeared in nine games...rushed for 153 yards on 43 carries...rushed for season-high 42 yards on eight carries against SEMO...had season-high 11 rushes against Lambuth.


HIGH SCHOOL: Rushed for 1,178 yards and scored nine touchdowns his senior season and was selected honorable mention all-state...was also chosen to the all-county team after finishing fifth in the county in rushing...rushed for 863 yards and scored 11 touchdowns as a junior while leading the Indians to the state playoffs...earned honorable mention all-county recognition after his sophomore and junior seasons...helped McEachern High School to a 9-3 record, reaching the second round of the state playoffs as a sophomore...also a member of the MHS wrestling team.

PERSONAL: Full name is Prince Chibueze Nwagbara...born Dec. 4, 1988...son of Cletus and Gloria Nwagbara … has one sister, Whitney, and two brothers, Chris and Michael...majoring in engineering.

CAREER STATISTICSRushing

Year G Att Yards Avg. TD Long Avg./G2008 9 43 153 3.6 0 18 17.02009 9 42 163 3.9 1 17 18.1Career 9 85 316 3.7 1 18 17.6

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29 MARK OLIVERWHITING, IND.WYOMING

LB 6-1 240 JR

2009: Appeared in nine games, making four starts...registered 38 tackles and 5.5 tackles-for-loss...posted six tackles in his first action against North Carolina State...had season-high eight tack-les and a sack againt Eastern Illinois...recorded 2.5 tackles-for-loss and two quarterback hurries against Austin Peay.

BEFORE MSU: Spent two years at Wyoming...appeared in eight games in 2008...recorded four tackles and forced a fumble...red-shirted in 2007.

HIGH SCHOOL: Three-year starter for head coach Frank Lenti at Mt. Carmel High School...helped lead the Caravan to back-to-back state runner-up finishes...earned all-state honors as a senior after recording 105 tackles, 11 sacks and two blocked punts...rated as the No. 28 recruit in the state of Illinois by Rivals.com

PERSONAL: Full name is Mark Oliver...born March 11, 1989...son of Charles and Diane Olivers...majoring in advertising.

CAREER STATISTICSYear G UA A TOT Loss Sacks INT PBU FF-FR2009 9 25 13 38 5.5-13 1.0-7 0 0 0-0Career 9 25 13 38 5.5-13 1.0-7 0 0 0-0


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38 RONALD PROCTORST. LOUIS, MO.KIRKWOOD HIGH SCHOOL

DB 5-6 178 RS-FR


HIGH SCHOOL: Two-year letterwinner for head coach Larry Frost at Kirkwood High School...earned first-team all-conference and second-team all-state accolades after recording over 1,200 all-purpose yards as a senior...garnered first-team all-conference honors as a junior after helping the Pioneers to an 11-1 record and a state runner-up finish...also lettered in track and field and wrestling.

PERSONAL: Full name is Ronald Levale Proctor...born Sept. 23, 1989...son of Ronald Loper and Maria Proctor...has three brothers, Rishon, Anthony and Bryce, and one sister, Ashley...majoring in civil engineering.

5 PATRICK ROBERTSONCARROLLTON, TEXASHEBRON HIGH SCHOOL

WR 6-2 198 JR

2008: Appeared in all 11 games...recorded 19 catches for 173 yards and a touchdown...had season-high four grabs against Tennessee State...hauled in a 26-yard touchdown against UT Martin...returned six kickoffs for 126 yards.

2008: Appeared in all 12 games...had 19 catches for 110 yards...best game came against WKU with nine catches for 67 yards...returned four kickoffs for 52 yards.

HIGH SCHOOL: Played for head coach Brian Brazil at Hebron High School...helped lead the Hawks to an 11-3 record and the District 6-5A championship...team advanced to the Division II Region I semifinals...earned bi-district and area championships along the way...posted 50 receptions for 830 yards and nine touchdowns...tied the school record for TDs in a season...had three 100-yard receiving games on the season...posted a season-high 145 yards on six catches and two scores against Lewisville...also had two TD receptions against Flower Mound and Newman Smith...was a unanimous all-district selection...garnered all-area accolades.

PERSONAL: Full name is Patrick Isaiah Robertson...born May 1, 1990...son of Louis and Patricia Robertson...has two brothers, Louis II and Dominick, and one sister, Patrice...majoring in advertising.


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30 RYAN ROBINSONMADISONVILLE, KY.NORTH HOPKINS HIGH SCHOOL

CB 5-9 172 RS-FR


HIGH SCHOOL: Earned honorable mention all-state honors playing for head coach Will Weaver at Madisonville North Hopkins High School...named to the all-Big Eight conference team...led team with over 1,300 rushing and receiving yards and 10 touchdowns...also earned all-district accolades in basketball.

PERSONAL: Full name is Ryan Richard Robinson...born Oct. 2, 1990...son of Joe and Leslie Robinson...has one brother, Joe...plans to major in engineering.

71 BROCK RYDECKIFT. MYERS, FLA.VENICE HIGH SCHOOL

OL 6-2 277 SO

2009: Appeared in four games...got the start at center in the season finale against Tennessee Tech.


HIGH SCHOOL: Played his senior season at Venice High School and helped lead the Indians to an 8-4 record and the District Championship...earned first-team all-region and all-district honors as a senior after recording 38 pancake blocks and helping VHS rank second in the area in total offense...garnered honorable mention all-state laurels as a senior...nominated for the Florida Athletic Coaches Association North-South All-Star Game...participated in the Sarasota County/Manatee County PAL Bowl...played two years on varsity at Lake Placid High School...helped clear the way for the areas top rushing attack...two-year letterwinner on the power lifting team.

PERSONAL: Full name is Jonathan Brock Rydecki...born Dec. 9, 1989...son of John and Diane Rydecki..has one brother, Bo...majoring in athletic training.


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39 BLAKE SALTERFLORENCE, ALA.FLORENCE HIGH SCHOOL

LB 5-11 205 RS-FR


HIGH SCHOOL: Played for coach Alvin Briggs at Florence High School...earned honorable mention all-area honors as a senior after posting 96 tackles, six tackles-for-loss and four forced fum-bles...named the defensive MVP as a junior and senior...voted the special teams MVP as a sophomore...named to the all-region team as a junior in helping team to regional championship.

PERSONAL: Full name is Jarrius Blake Salter...born July 15, 1991...son of Issac and Tamira Salter...undecided on a major.

95 MICHAEL SULLIVANFLORENCE, ALA.FLORENCE HIGH SCHOOL

DT 6-2 225 RS-FR

HIGH SCHOOL: Played three seasons for head coach Bruce Kozerski at Holy Cross High School...two-time Northern Ken-tucky Athletic Conference All-Star...finished senior season with 78 tackles, four sacks and 22 quarterback pressures...recorded 70 tackles and three sacks as a junior.

PERSONAL: Full name is Michael Brogan Sullivan...born Nov. 18, 1990...son of Brian and Michelle Sullivan...has one brother, Joe, and one sister, Catherine...plans to major in education


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OL 6-5 285 SO

2009: Appeared in nine games, getting the start at left tackle in the final four games...helped team pass for over 200 yards in back-to-back games for just the second time on the season.


HIGH SCHOOL: Lettered three years for head coach Pat Massey at North Side High School...earned outstanding lineman award after averaging five pancakes a game as a senior...named to the all-region and All-West Tennessee First Team...also a member of the track and field team...honor student and president of the student council.

PERSONAL: Full name is Roderick C. Tomlin...born Dec. 12, 1990...son of Roderick and Gwendalyn Tomlin...has two sisters, Rashanna and Ramel...majoring in mathematics.

98 LAMAR THEUSPARIS, TENN.HENRY COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL

DT 6-2 300 JR

CAREER STATISTICSYear G UA A TOT Loss Sacks INT PBU FF-FR2008 12 10 22 32 5.0-21 2.0-15 0 0 0-02009 10 18 21 39 6.0-20 2.0-11 0 0 1-1Career 22 28 43 71 11.0-41 4.0-26 0 0 1-1

2009: Appeared in 10 games...registered 39 tackles, including six for loss and two sacks...had at least five tackles in five games...recorded six tackles, including five solo stops, in a victory over Tennessee State...posted career-best seven tackles and recovered a fumble against Eastern Illinois...forced a fumble and had five tackles in the season-finale against Tennessee Tech.

2008: Appeared in all 12 games...recorded 32 tackles, five for loss and two sacks...posted a career-best seven tackles against Eastern Kentucky...registered his first career sack against Jacksonville State.

HIGH SCHOOL: Helped lead Henry County to a 12-2 record and a spot in the state semifinals in 2007...earned 4A all-state accolades after recording 155 tackles (16 for loss), nine sacks, five forced fumbles and four fumble recoveries...voted the team MVP...also played one year of varsity basketball.

PERSONAL: Full name is Lamar O. Theus...born Oct. 7, 1989...son of Tanny Johnson...majoring in advertising.

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7 JA-VONTA TROTTERST. PETERSBURG, FLA.BOCA CIEGA HIGH SCHOOL

WR 5-10 175 JR

2009: Appeared in 10 games...caught five passes for 36 yards and a touchdown...hauled in two passes for 14 yards against Missouri State...caught a 10-yard touchdown pass against UT Martin for his first TD of his career...returned eight punts for 111 yards...had a 54-yard return against Eastern Illinois.

2008: Appeared in all 12 games...had 22 catches for 89 yards...season-high six catches at Austin Peay...returned a punt 41 yards against Western Kentucky...returned 11 kickoffs for 177 yards.

HIGH SCHOOL: Helped lead Boca Ciega High School to an 8-3 record as a senior...finished the season with 19 catches for 478 yards and six touchdowns...returned 17 punts for 318 yards and three scores...returned a kickoff 94 yards for a touchdown in the season opener against Dunedin...caught two passes for 134 yards against Osceola...posted 19 tackles and one interception on defense...named to the All-Pinellas Team as a utility player...member of the All-Suncoast Team as a kick returner...selected the Most Valuable Player of the Pinellas All-Star Football Classic...also a member of the track and field team.

PERSONAL: Full name is Ja-Vonta Marquel Trotter...born Nov. 20, 1989...son of Lawana Trotter...majoring in health and physical education.

34 JUSTIN WOODARDHOLLYWOOD, FLA.CHAMINADE-MADONNA HIGH SCHOOL

RB 5-8 192 RS-JR

2009: Red-shirted during the 2009 season as a member of the practice squad.

HIGH SCHOOL: Played for head coach Mark Guandolo at Chaminade-Madonna High School.

PERSONAL: Full name is Ronald Levale Proctor...born Sept. 23, 1989...son of Ronald Loper and Maria Proctor...has three brothers, Rishon, Anthony and Bryce, and one sister, Ashley...majoring in exercise science.

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HIGH SCHOOL: Two-year letterwinner at Bob Jones High School...helped the Patriots to the Region 8 championship under head coach Kevin Rose...received the defensive lineman award after finishing his senior season with 60 tackles, including 16 for loss, nine sacks and two forced fumbles...also a state qualifier in the shot put.

PERSONAL: Full name is Jeremy Deshaun Brackett...born March 7, 1992...son of Arthur and Shelia Brackett...has two brothers, Arthur and Jaylin...brother, Arthur, is a red-shirt freshman for the Racers...plans to major in criminal justice.

92 JEREMY BRACKETTMADISON, ALA. • BOB JONES HIGH SCHOOL

DT 6-1 250 FR

HIGH SCHOOL: Three-year letterwinner for the head coach Paul Bates at Owensboro High School...rated the No. 6 center in the nation by ESPN.com...rated No 5 player overall in Kentucky by Rivals.com...rated No. 1 player in Kentucky by Scout.com...earned first-team all-state honors as a senior, after garnering second-team accolades as a junior...two-time all-district and All-Big 8 Conference selection...also lettered in track and field...three-time all-region selection in the discus, and two-time all-region honoree in the shot put...named to the National Elite Shotput First Team as a senior.

PERSONAL: Full name is Lee Harris Bivin...born July 10, 1991...son of Sherry Bivin...has one brother, Austin...father, Randy, played football at Evansville...undecided on a major.

61 HARRIS BIVINOWENSBORO, KY. • APOLLO HIGH SCHOOL

OL 6-3 285 FR

1 DUANE BRADYST. AUGUSTINE, FLA. • ST. AUGUSTINE HIGH SCHOOL

RB 5-8 165 FR

HIGH SCHOOL: Three-year letterwinner for head coach Joey Wiles at St. Augustine High School...helped team capture district championship in all three seasons...earned all-state and all-conference honors as a senior after amassing 2,100 all-purpose yards, including 1,500 on the ground, and 28 touchdowns...had 1,000 all-purpose yards and 12 touchdowns as a junior...also lettered in track and field...conference champion in the 100m and 200m...named all-county athlete of the year.

PERSONAL: Full name is Duane Keith Brady...born April 22, 1991...son of Dana Jones...has one brother, Maleik Jones, and one sister, Tyresha Jones...plans to major in biology.

BEFORE MSU: Spent three seasons at UAB...rushed for 101 yards and a touchdown as a sophomore...returned eight kickoffs for 127 yards...redshirted the 2008 season...appeared in nine games a true freshman in 2007...carried the ball 19 times for 36 yards.

HIGH SCHOOL: Four-year letterwinner for head coach Ronnie Millen at Grady High School...helped the Grey Knights to back-to-back regional championships...earned honorable mention all-state honors by the Atlanta Journal Constitution as a senior...also named to the AJC Super 11 Team...tallied over 2,000 combined yards as a senior, including over 1,200 rushing, over 400 receiving and over 400 return yards...entered senior season rated as the fourth-best running back in the state by 4ShotSports.com...captured the region championship in the triple jump and as a member of the 4x100m-relay team.

PERSONAL: Full name is Dexter Christopher Barnett...born Jan. 14, 1989...son of Tuesdaie Manns...has one brother, Hakeem Todd, and two sisters, Rondreka and Keoshia Todd...cousin, Earthwind Moreland, played for the New England Patriots...majoring in business administration.

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22 ANDRE CLARKEWASHINGTON, D.C. • FORT SCOTT COMMUNITY COLLEGE

LB 6-3 215 JR

BEFORE MSU: Earned all-conference honors while playing for head coach Jeff Sims at Fort Scott Community College...recorded 98 tackles, six sacks, four forced fumbles and seven fumble recoveries in helping the Greyhounds to a national runner-up finish in 2009.

HIGH SCHOOL: Four-year letterwinner at Duval High School...earned all-conference and all-metro honors his senior season under head coach Franklin Weaver...rushed for 1,100 yards and 18 touchdowns, while registering 82, 10 forced fumbles and six interceptions as a senior...earned honorable mention all-county honors as a quarterback and safety during his junior season...threw for 20 touchdowns and ran for 12 more that season...also named honorable mention all-county following sophomore campaign...garnered All-America honors as a member of the Tigers 4x100m-relay team.

PERSONAL: Full name is Andre Jamie Clarke...born Jan. 8, 1989...son of Trenton and Shernet Willis...has two brothers, Trenton Willis, Jr. and Nayier Frazer, and two sisters, Ebonique Robinson and Chantel Willis...majoring in criminal justice.

26 TJ DENSONLAKELAND, FLA. • LAKELAND HIGH SCHOOL

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HIGH SCHOOL: Two-year letterwinner for head coach Bill Castle at Lakeland High School...helped the Dreadnaughts capture back-to-back district championships...registered 79 tackles and an interception as a senior...finished junior campaign with 85 tackles, eight interceptions and a touchdown.

PERSONAL: Full name is Willie Terry Denson, Jr...born April 26, 1991...son of Terry and Charlotte Denson...has three brothers, Antwan, Prinshon and Devon, and one sister, Shekala...brother, Antwan, played football at Louisville...plans to major in criminal justice.

HIGH SCHOOL: Three-year letterwinner for head coach Mark Mariakas at Ridgeland High School...helped Panthers capture back-to-back region championships...earned Chattanooga Times Free Press Defensive Player of the Year honors after recording 142 tackles as a senior...garnered first-team all-region honors as a senior...three-time all-area and all-county first-team selection...selected to the Georgia-Tennessee All-Star game...recorded over 400 tackles in his career.

PERSONAL: Full name is Micah Devaughn Buchanan...born Oct. 2, 1991...plans to major in exercise science.

45 DEVAUGHN BUCHANANRIDGELAND, GA. • RIDGELAND HIGH SCHOOL

LB 6-0 190 FR

96 GEORGES FOTSODOULA, CAMEROON • PINEY WOODS SCHOOL

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AT MSU: Four-year member of Billy Kennedy’s basketball team at Murray State...helped the Racers to a 31-5 mark and a victory over Vanderbilt in the first round of the 2010 NCAA Tournament...averaged 0.7 points and 0.9 rebounds last season.

HIGH SCHOOL: Played basketball for one season at Piney Woods School...averaged 8.5 points and 13.1 rebounds in helping the Tornadoes to a 21-6 mark and a No. 1 ranking in Mississippi Class 2A...registered 16 double-doubles and shot .558 from the field...named to the Clarior-Ledger All-Metro team.

PERSONAL: Full name is Georges Fotso...born July 14, 1987...son of Basile and Djuissi Kamgue...working towards a master’s in management of technology.


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HIGH SCHOOL: Two-year letterwinner for head coach Doug Goodwin at Russellville High School...quarterbacked the Golden Tigers to back-to-back state runner-up finishes...two-time all-county and all-region selection...named Times Daily, Franklin County and WMTY Player of the Year following junior and senior seasons...finished senior season by going 143-for-182 for 1,779 yards and 20 touchdowns...passed for 2,659 yards and 24 touchdowns as a junior...earned all-county and all-region honors as a sophomore at Marion County High School...set school record after passing for 2,261 yards...also a two-tim all-county and all-region selection in basketball.

PERSONAL: Full name is Joseph Hugh Howe...born April 17, 1992...son of Tommy and Janine Howe...has one sister, Kelli...plans to major in exercise science/pre-physical therapy.

19 JOEY HOWERUSSELLVILLE, GA. • RUSSELLVILLE HIGH SCHOOL

QB 6-3 185 FR

BEFORE MSU: Two-year letterwinner for hea coach Lucas Aslin at Garden City Community College...earned First-Team All-Jayhawk League honors after recording 43 tackles, with three interceptions and six pass break-ups as a sophomore...also averaged 24.5 yards on eight kickoff returns...registered 45 tackles, three pass break-ups and forced three fumbles as a freshman...added eight interceptions, two of which were returned for touchdowns.

HIGH SCHOOL: Played for head coach Tim Cokely at Colquitt County High School...earned first-team all-state honors as a senior...first-team all-region selection as a junior and senior.

PERSONAL: Full name is Dontrell Anthony Johnson...born June 1, 1988...son of Lynward and Rose Spry...has three brothers, Ronald, Dejaun and Alvin...undecided on a major.

24 DONTRELL JOHNSONMOULTRIE, GA. • GARDEN CITY COMMUNITY COLLEGE

DB 5-11 180 JR

BEFORE MSU: Played two seasons for head coach Joe Early at Palomoar College...rushed for 1,090 yards on 220 carries in two seasons with the Comets...earned Second-Team All-Southern Division honors as a freshman after leading the team with 714 rushing yards...rushed for 123 yards on 18 carries in his first game...had three 100-yard games as a freshman...rushed for 67 yards in helping the Comets to a victory over Cerritos in the Golden Empire Bowl in 2008.

HIGH SCHOOL: Played for head coach John Carroll at Oceanside High School...earned First-Team All-CIF-San Diego Section, San Diego Union-Tribune All-County, North County Times All-North County and All-Avocado League honors...rushed for 1,453 yards and 29 touchdowns on 233 carries as a senior...scored four touchdowns to lead the Pirates to the 2002 CIF-San Diego Section Division II championship.

PERSONAL: Full name is Tyler Talailevaosamoa Lavea...born Aug. 28, 1985...son of Telesa and Julia Lavea...has two brothers, Jason and Taleso, Jr...served a Mormon mission to Peru...majoring in biology/pre-physical therapy.

33 TYLER LAVEAOCEANSIDE, CALIF. • PALOMAR COLLEGE

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42 ARLESTER McKINNONQUITMAN, GA. • REEDLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE

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BEFORE MSU: Played one season for head coach Randy Whited at Reedley College...helped the Tigers capture the 2009 Central Valley Conference championship.

HIGH SCHOOL: Four-year letterwinner at Brooks County High School...helped Trojans to a 12-2 record and regional championship his senior season under head coach Maurice Freeman...earned first-team all-region and all-state honors as a senior...honorable mention selection as a freshman...also lettered in basketball and track and field.

PERSONAL: Full name is Arlester McKinnon...born Oct. 15, 1990...son of Orlester and Melissa McKinnon...has one brother, Kenneth Newsome, and three sisters, Latasha Newsom, Arkeisha and Arleisha...plans to major in biology/pre-dental.


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BEFORE MSU: Played two seasons for head coach Mike Rasmussen at Monterey Peninsula Junior College...started every game at left tackle...two-time All-Coast Conference selection...played in the Bulldog Bowl, which honors the top JUCO players in the area.

HIGH SCHOOL: Three-year letterwinner at Seaside High School...helped the Spartans to a 12-1 record as a junior under head coach Alfred Avila.

PERSONAL: Full name is Elbert Ojendis...born April 19, 1990...son of Santos Ojendis Mananarez and Gumecinba Miranda Gatica...has one brother, Rulberto, and two sisters, Mayra and Olendia...majoring in criminal justice.

60 ELBERT OJENDISMARINA, CALIF. • MONTEREY PENINSULA JUNIOR COLLEGE

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HIGH SCHOOL: Three-year letterwinner for head coach Bob Sphire at North Gwinnett High School...helped the Bulldogs to a regional championship his senior season after recording 66 tackles, seven sacks, four forced fumbles and two fumbe recoveries...registered 49 tackles, four sacks and three forced fumbles as a junior...also a three-year letterwinner in wrestling.

PERSONAL: Full name is Ayomide Michael Ojolola...born Nov. 14, 1991...son of Sam and Mary Ojolola...has one brother, Bolaji...plans to major in electromechanical engineering technology.

HIGH SCHOOL: Four-year letterwinner for head coach Chris Tracy at Woodford County High School...finished senior season with 32 catches for 517 yards and six touchdowns...added 96 tackles, including 12 for loss, and five sacks...had 35 catches for 412 yards and four scores as a junior...also lettered in basketball.

PERSONAL: Full name is Robert James Neal...born Feb. 16, 1992...son of Kevin Neal and Carolyn Sowa...has four brothers, Caleb, Dustin, Ben and Matthew, and two sisters, Hannah and Candice...plans to major in learning behavior disorders/middle school emphasis.

40 ROBERT NEALVERSAILLES, KY. • WOODFORD COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL

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91 AYO OJOLOLASUWANEE, GA. • NORTH GWINNETT HIGH SCHOOL

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HIGH SCHOOL: Two-year letterwinner for head coach Mike Jones at Hazelwood East High School...earned first-team all-state, all-metro and all-conference honors in leading the Spartans to district championship as a senior...finished year with 45 catches for 983 yards and 16 touchdowns...garnered honorable mention all-conference honors on special teams in helping the Spartans capture the 5A state championship...also a two-time all-state selection in the 300m hurdles.

PERSONAL: Full name is Walter Lee Powell...born Nov. 23, 1991...son of Walter and Tammy Davis...has one brother, Brandon Williams, and one sister, Alexis Hodges...brother played football at Wisconsin before being drafted in the third round by the San Francisco 49ers...plans to major in exercise science.

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HIGH SCHOOL: Three-year letterwinner for head coach Bill Powers at Jupiter Christian School...helped lead the Eagles to back-to-back state championships as a sophomore and junior...named MVP of the championship game as a junior...holds every school passing record...three-time first-team all-county selection by the Sun Sentinel...three-time first-team all-area selection by the Palm Beach Post..earned first-team all-state honors as a junior and senior, after being named to the second team as a sophomore...passed for 1,792 yards and 24 touchdowns as a senior...tossed 25 touchdowns as a junior...also a second-team all-state selection in lacrosse...helped lead the Palm Beach Predators to a state championship in ice hockey in 2008.

PERSONAL: Full name is Marshyl David Rothman...born oct. 23, 1991...son of Ryan and Sharon Rothman...has one sister, Chloe...plans to major in finance.

13 MARSHYL ROTHMANJUPITER, FLA. • JUPITER CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL

QB 5-9 165 FR

BEFORE MSU: Redshirted the 2009 season at Hofstra.

HIGH SCHOOL: Two-year letterwinner at Boca Ciega High School...named and all-star and the team’s most valuable player as a senior...also lettered three years in track and field.

PERSONAL: Full name is Darrian M. Skinner...born April 1, 1991...son of Terrell and Yvonne Skinner...has two brothers, Terrell and Jozquel...brother, Terrell, played football at Maryland and signed as a free agent with the Minnesota Vikings in 2010...undecided on a major.

23 DARRIAN SKINNERST. PETERSBURG, FLA. • HOFSTRA

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32 JORDAN SKLBAMILWAUKEE, WISC. • ARIZONA WESTERN

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BEFORE MSU: Two-year letterwinner for head coach Tom Minnick at Arizona Western College...helped the Matadors capture the 2009 Western States Football League championship...finished season with 38 tackles and a team-best three interceptions...recorded 21 tackles and an interception as a freshman.

HIGH SCHOOL: Two-year letterwinner for head coach Terry Summerfield at Sam Barlow High School...earned all-conference honors after recording 43 tackles and four interceptions as a senior...recorded two interceptions as a member of the state’s top ranked defense as a junior...also a four-year letterwinner in track and field.

PERSONAL: Full name is Jerrell Denavarie Ramos...born Oct. 24, 1988...son of Jerrad Hinkle and Antoinettia Ramos...has one brother, Jamil...majoring in business administration.

BEFORE MSU: Two-year letterwinner for head coach Tom Minnick at Arizona Western College...helped the Matadors capture the 2009 Western States Football League championship...earned first-team Reagion I and all-WSFL honors as a sophomore...finished season with 27 tackles and two forced fumbles...returned an interception 79 yards in the fourth quarter to seal the victory in the WSFL championship game...also returned a blocked field goal 78 yards for a touchdown against Glendale.

HIGH SCHOOL: Earned first-team all-conference and all-region honors for head coach Jim Tiejten at Whitefish Bay High School.

PERSONAL: Full name is Jordan Nathaniel Sklba...born Dec. 26, 1988...son of Paul and Gail Sklba...has four brothers, Jared, Darius and Nicolas Wesley, and Raynard Russell, and two sisters, Bianca and Brittany Wesley...majoring in exercise science.


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HIGH SCHOOL: Two-year letterwinner for head coach Cory Tilford at Heath High School...two-time All-Western Kentucky Conference selection...named to Paducah Sun All-Region Team as a senior...voted best defensive back...also lettered in basketball and track and field.

PERSONAL: Full name is Tra’von Tremaine Tharp..born May 18, 1992...son of Tim Tharp...has one sister, Timaya...plans to major in biology/pre-med.

27 TRA THARPWEST PADUCAH, KY. • HEATH HIGH SCHOOL

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BEFORE MSU: Played two seasons for head coach John Featherstone at El Camino College...finished sophomore season with 25 tackles, including 4.5 for loss, and two quarterback hurries...earned second-team all-conference honors after recording 25 tackles as a freshman.

HIGH SCHOOL: Three-year letterwinner for Calvin Bryant at Compton High School...two-time all-league selection...recorded 67 tackles and 10 sacks as a senior...registered 76 tackles and eight sacks as a junior...also a two-time league champion in wrestling.

PERSONAL: Full name is Ryan Matthew Walker...born Jan. 20, 1989...son of Alvin and Carrie Walker...has two brothers, Alvin and Byron, and three sisters, Jennifer, Doris and Robyn...undecided on a major.

97 RYAN WALKERCOMPTON, CALIF. • EL CAMINO COLLEGE

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HIGH SCHOOL: Earned District Player of the Year honors after leading Murray High School to a 12-1 record...garnered all-state accolades and was nominated for Kentucky Mr. Football...rushed for 1,609 yards and 25 touchdown, while registering 70 tackles and five interceptions for head coach Steve Duncan...first-team all-Western Kentucky Conference and Paducah Sun All-Region Team...won the state championship as a member of the 4x200m-relay team...finished fifth in the state in the 200m and seventh in the 100m.

PERSONAL: Full name is Brandon C. Wicks...born June 27, 1992...son of Lalita Fields...plans to major in exercise science/ pre-physical therapy.

41 BRANDON WICKSMURRAY, KY. • MURRAY HIGH SCHOOL

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HIGH SCHOOL: Four-year starter and letterwinner for head coach Josh McKeel at Calloway County High School...helped lead team to district and regional championships as a junior...earned All-Western Kentucky Conference honors all four years, including garnering first-team accolades his final three seasons...two-time all-state selection...member of the All-Purchase Team as a junior and senior...named to Paducah Sun All-Region Team...three-year letterwinner in baseball...led the team in RBIs for two seasons.

PERSONAL: Full name is Grant Allen Williams...born July 3, 1991...son of Mark and Lori Williams...has one sister, Kaylee...plans to major in wildlife and conservation biology

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CHRIS HATCHERHEAD COACH | FIRST SEASON | 94-27 (.777) OVERALL RECORD

Very few schools in the country can boast the kind of coaching tradition that has taken up residence at Murray State University, especially in the last 25 years. Consider the men who in recent history have guided the Racers on the football field:

• Mike Gottfried left Murray State to coach at Kansas and Pittsburgh before becoming one of the top college football television analysts in the country while working for ESPN.

• Frank Beamer left Murray State for his alma mater, Virginia Tech, where he guided the Hokies to a spot in the national championship game against Florida State in 2000, earning several national coach of the year awards.

• Houston Nutt took the Racers to unprecedented heights before leaving to restore the winning tradition at Arkansas, and now Ole Miss.

Now the torch is carried by a coach who has proven to be a winner and has all the makings of becoming the next Murray State football head coaching legend....Chris Hatcher.

The Chris Hatcher era officially began at Murray State, Dec. 21, 2009, when Director of Athletics Allen Ward introduced Hatcher as the 17th head coach in front of a standing-room only crowd inside the Murray Room.

Success has followed Hatcher throughout his career, as the former Division II National Player of the Year has garnered an overall record of 94-27 in his 10 years as a head coach. Included in those 10 seasons are six trips to postseason, two appearances in the National Championship game and the 2004 Division II National Championship.

Hatcher brings his spread offense ‘Hatch Attack’ to MSU after a three-year stint at Georgia Southern, where he led the Eagles to an 18-15 record and a 12-11 mark the competitive Southern Conference.

In his first season with the Eagles in 2007, Hatcher led GSU to the second-best regular season turnaround in program history, a plus-4 improvement from 2006. The Eagles ranked among the national leaders in various categories on offense, defense and

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special teams. He also coached five All-America players, including quarterback Jayson Foster, the second Walter Payton award winner at GSU.

The Eagles returned to the national rankings after a 14-week hiatus as the Hatcher era got off to a 4-1 start. GSU climbed as high as No. 11 after the Eagles recorded three-straight victories at No. 5 Appalachian State, ending the Mountaineers 30-game home winning streak, at home against No. 25 The Citadel and at No. 10 Wofford.

The prolific offense ranked first in rushing, eighth in total offense, eighth in scoring offense and 23rd in sacks allowed. The defense was 14th in turnover margin and 17th in fumbles recovered, while the special teams ranked 25th in net punting.

The 2008 season saw Hatcher guide the Eagles to the program’s 25th winning season in 27 years.

In late October, the Eagles set an NCAA record for the largest fourth-quarter comeback as GSU erased a 31-3 deficit for a thrilling 38-31 overtime victory at Western Carolina. The OT contest was just the first of an NCAA record four overtime games played by the Eagles in 2008.

The ‘Hatch Attack’ provided impressive numbers in all three phases. The offense ranked 20th nationally in passing and scoring, while the defense ranked 26th in sacks and 22nd in tackles-for-loss. The special teams units finished 14th in punt returns and 36th in kickoff returns.

All of this was done as Hatcher and his staff were forced to play in upwards of 30 freshman on a consistent basis throughout the season. In all, five Eagles received all-league honors and seven freshman representing offense, defense and special teams were named to the inaugural SoCon All-Freshman Team.

Prior to his time at GSU, Hatcher molded Valdosta State into one of the most dominant teams in Division II.

The winningest coach in Blazers’ history, Hatcher was 76-12 at his alma mater. When Hatcher took over as head coach in 2000, he wasted no time molding the Valdosta State program into the ‘Hatch Attack’. In his first year back at VSU, Hatcher took a 4-7 squad the previous year and turned it around to a 10-2 record (8-1 in GSC action) and a berth in the Division II playoffs. He coached quarterback Dusty Bonner who was a two-time winner of the Harlon Hill Trophy as the NCAA Division II Player of the Year, an award Hatcher won himself in 1994.

His 2001 and 2002 teams posted back-to-back undefeated records during the regular season, part of a Gulf South Conference record 35 straight victories during the regular season.

THE HATCHER FAMILY

The Hatcher File

PERSONALBirthdate ............................................... Feb. 18, 1973Birthplace ................................................. Macon, Ga.Hometown ............................................... Macon, Ga.Family: ......................................................... wife, Lori son, Ty daughter, Talley

EDUCATIONHigh School .................Mount de Sales AcademyCollege .................................. Valdosta State (1995)Degree ........ B.S./Health and Physical Education

PLAYING EXPERIENCE1991-94 ...............................................Valdosta State

COACHING EXPERIENCE2010 ...............................Murray State, Head Coach2007-09 ..............Georgia Southern, Head Coach2000-06 .....................Valdosta State, Head Coach1999 .............................. Kentucky, Assistant Coach Quarterbacks/Wide Receivers1997-98 ................. Kentucky, Graduate Assistant Quarterbacks1996 ................... Central Florida, Assistant Coach Quarterbacks/Tight Ends1995 .................Valdosta State, Student Assistant Quarterbacks

NOTABLEInducted into the Division II Hall of Fame in 2005

2004 American Football Coaches Association National Coach of the Year

Led Valdosta State to the 2004 Division II National Championship

Four-time Atlanta Touchdown Club Coach of the Year

1994 CoSIDA Academic All-America of the Year

Led teams to six playoff appearances, including two appearances in the National Championship game

Served as the offensive coordinator for the East squad in the 2004 Hula Bowl

1994 recipient of the Harlon Hill Trophy (Division II Heisman)

Two-time All-American quarterback at Valdosta State (1993-94)

Set 29 passing records as the quarterback at Valdosta State

PROMINENT PUPILS• Dusty Bonner (Valdosta State)• Tim Couch (Kentucky)• Daunte Culpepper (Central Florida) • Jayson Foster (Georgia Southern)• Lance Funderburk (Valdosta State)• Maurice Leggett (Valdosta State• Fabian Walker (Valdosta State)


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season, the Blazers lost their season-opener before rattling off 13 consecutive victories, capped by a 36-31 victory over Pittsburg State in the title game. Hatcher was named ‘National Coach of the Year’ by the American Football Coaches Association and was the offensive coordinator for the East squad at the Hula Bowl.

In 2005, Valdosta opened the season ranked No. 1 for four-straight weeks and saw the season culminate with a sixth-straight NCAA postseason appearance. Despite an 8-2 record in 2006, the 10th-ranked Blazers did not receive an invitation to the playoffs marking the first time that occurred in the Hatcher era.

The 2006 team finished sixth nationally in passing offense (283 yards per game), 12th in scoring offense (34.9 ppg) and 19th in total offense (389.9 yards). However, Hatcher’s teams have been successful in all three facets. The 2006 defense ranked 27th nationally in scoring defense (15.7 points allowed) while the special teams ranked third in punt returns (17.3 yards) and blocked seven kicks.

The Macon (Ga.) native spent one year as quarterbacks/tight ends coach at the University of Central Florida where he worked with Miami Dolphins quarterback Daunte Culpepper. He then spent three years working with the quarterbacks at the University of Kentucky where he worked under former VSU head coach Hal Mumme. During his time with the Wildcats he coached the No. 1 NFL draft pick, All-America quarterback Tim Couch.

While at UK, Hatcher and the Wildcats played in the 1999 Outback Bowl, the program’s first New Year’s Day Bowl in 47 years, then followed that the following year with a berth in the ’99 Music City

Hatcher’s Career Coaching RecordYear School ................................. Coaching Position ................................. Record2009 Georgia Southern .....................Head Coach ..................................................................5-62008 Georgia Southern .....................Head Coach ..................................................................6-52007 Georgia Southern .....................Head Coach ..................................................................7-42006 Valdosta State ............................Head Coach ..................................................................8-22005 Valdosta State ............................Head Coach ..................................................................9-32004 Valdosta State ............................Head Coach ............................................................... 13-12003 Valdosta State ............................Head Coach ............................................................... 10-22002 Valdosta State ............................Head Coach ............................................................... 14-12001 Valdosta State ............................Head Coach ............................................................... 12-12000 Valdosta State ............................Head Coach ............................................................... 10-2

Totals 10 years ................................................................................................................. 94-27 (.777)AT MUR First season

Bowl. It marked the first time the Wildcats had consecutive bowl appearances in 15 years.

Hatcher carried his success on the playing field to help him develop into one of the nation’s winningest coaches. A two-time All-American quarterback at VSU (1993 and 1994), Hatcher threw for 11,363 yards and 121 touchdowns during his stellar career. During his senior year in 1994, he led the Blazers to their first postseason berth, advancing to the quarterfinals, and when it was all said and done set 29 VSU passing and total offense records.

Among the national records he once set were a 68.5 career completion percentage and streak of 20-straight completions in a game against New Haven. Hatcher held 14 Valdosta State, 13 Gulf South Conference and 17 Division II national records. He also started 41 consecutive games, posting a 29-10-2 record.

Not only did Hatcher excel on the field, he was just as successful in the classroom. Twice he received the Guld South Conference’s Commissioner’s Troply which is awarded to the league’s Most Outstanding Student-Athlete. He finished his senior year by winning several national honors including: the NCAA Top Eight Award, the CoSIDA Academic All-America National Player of the Year and a postgraduate scholarship from the National Football Foundation and College Football Hall of Fame.

At the time when Hatcher won the Harlon Hill Trophy, he won by the second-largest voting margin in the then-19-year history of the award. Hatcher was also voted the GSC Football team of the 1990s.

The honors continued to add up even after his playing days. Hatcher was

What They Are Saying AboutChris Hatcher

“Chris is a great coach and a tremendous over achiever. He has a lot to offer and will do great things at Murray State. I like to call him ‘the General” because he knows how to lead and how to win. I have always been interested in hiring him, but he wants to run his own show and he has done a tremendous job.”

Mike Leach, Former head coach at Texas Tech

“Chris played for me and later worked along side me. He is a great coach and an even better person. Chris possess a great mind and I believe he will be very successful at Murray State. Murray State made a great choice in hiring Chris Hatcher.”

Hal Mumme, Former head coach at Kentucky and Valdosta State

“Chris is a great person and an outstand-ing coach that will represent himself in a first-class manner. He was on the right track with things at Valdosta State and Georgia Southern, and there is no doubt that he will have Murray State as a force to be reckoned with in the Ohio Valley Conference.”

Will Muschamp, TexasDefensive Coordinator/Coach in Waiting

“Coach Hatcher is probably one of the best coaches that I had throughout any level of football (high school, college or NFL). He came to UK with Coach (Hal) Mumme and they installed the passing offense that guid-ed me to the No. 1 pick in the NFL Draft.”

Tim Couch No. 1 pick in NFL Draft

named to the Valdosta State University Athletic Hall of Fame in 2001, in his first year of eligibility. The personable head coach was also elected into the Macon Sports Hall of Fame the same year.

In 2005, Hatcher was inducted into the Division II Hall of Fame.

Hatcher graduated from Valdosta State in 1995 with a bachelor’s degree in health and physical education.

He and his wife, Lori, also a graduate of VSU, are the parents of a son, Ty, and daughter, Talley.

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ASSISTANT COACHESSHAWN BOSTICKASSISTANT HEAD COACH/OFFENSIVE LINE | FIRST SEASON

The Bostick File

PERSONALBirthdate .....................Oct. 30, 1970Birthplace ..................... Forsyth, Ga.Hometown .................Forysyth, Ga.Family: ............................ wife, Sheila................................... daugter, Emma...........................................son, Walker EDUCATIONHigh School .....Monroe Academy College .............Valdosta State (1997)Degree ......................B.S./Education

PLAYING EXPERIENCE1991-1993 ............... Valdosta State

COACHING EXPERIENCE2010 .............................. Murray State Offensive Line2007-09 .............Georgia Southern Offensive Line1998-2006 ............... Valdosta State Offensive Line1997 ........................... Valdosta State Graduate Assistant/OL1996 ........................... Valdosta State Volunteer Assistant/RB1994-95 .................... Valdosta State Student Assistant

NOTABLEIn 11th year as an assistant coach on Chris Hatcher’s staff.

Starting center at Valdosta State in 1993 that allowed only 10 sacks of Chris Hatcher.

Coached three All-Americans at Valdosta State and two at Georgia Southern.

Coached former Jacksonville Jaguar offensive lineman Richard Collier.

Spent 18 years at Valdosta State as a player or assistant coach.

Shawn Bostick begins his first season as the assistant head coach and offensive line coach at Murray State.

Bostick has been alongside Chris Hatcher since their playing days at Valdosta State.

Bostick comes to MSU after serving as the offensive line coach at Georgia Southern the previous three seasons.

Last season’s offensive line featured three underclassmen on a unit that gained 279.4 yards a game of total offense, including 96.5 yards a game on the ground.

In 2008, the GSU offensive line had the formidable task of replacing all five starters, including two All-Americans. Despite not having a single lineman receive All-Southern Conference honors, the offense still ranked 20th nationally in passing offense, 20th in scoring offense and 37th in total offense.

During his first year on staff, Bostick inherited a talented and experienced offensive line, and built on that. Two linemen earned First-Team All-America honors, guard Marcelo Estrada and tackle Russell Orr. Both were named All-Southern Conference, along with tackle Brad Williams. They paved the way for the backs as once again Georgia Southern led the nation in rushing offense.

In fact, the Eagles ranked eighth nationally in total offense and scoring offense. When the offense needed a clutch play the linemen helped pave the way as GSU finished first nationally in fourth down conversions. The linemen played a big role in fewest sacks allowed, finishing 23rd nationally.

His arrival in Statesboro, Ga. ended an 18-year affiliation with Valdosta State, from his playing days to then assistant coach.

Bostick served as assistant head coach in charge of the offensive line for eight years at VSU. His O-Line was part of one of the most productive offensive units in Division II.

In 2006, the Blazers ranked 20th nationally in total offense (390 yards/game), sixth in passing offense (283 yards), ninth in scoring offense (35 points) and 21st in team passing efficiency (145.38).

Bostick was part of the 2004 National Championship team and the national runner-up in 2002. During his tenure, Bostick coached three All-America selections (Jason King, Tully Payne and Torrey Howard) and eight who were named All-Gulf South Conference. Over the

previous seven years, the offense scored 50 or more points 17 times.

The offensive line played a vital role in the success at Valdosta State. During Coach Hatcher’s seven year stint in charge, the offense averaged more than 32 points per game in six seasons. Every year the offense totaled at least 380 yards per game.

As a former walk-on who eventually earned a scholarship, Bostick was a three-year letterwinner from 1991-93. During the 1993 campaign in which the Blazers finished 8-3, Bostick was the starting center on an offensive line that allowed only 10 sacks of Chris Hatcher.

From 1994-95 he worked as a student assistant coach under Hal Mumme. Bostick was part of the 1994 coaching staff, leading Valdosta State to its first-ever playoff appearance.

In 1996 he worked with the running backs, as the Blazers won their first conference championship. During the 1997 campaign, he served as a graduate assistant coach under Mike Kelley, returning to the offensive line. The next season, he moved into his first full-time coaching position and worked with the offensive line every year since.

One of Bostick’s players, two-year starter Richard Collier, went to the NFL and was with the Jacksonville Jaguars until he was tragically injured.

A 1997 graduate of Valdosta State, Bostick received his bachelor’s degree in Education.

He and his wife, Sheila, have a daughter, Emma, and a son, Walker.


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ASSISTANT COACHESASHLEY ANDERSDEFENSIVE COORDINATOR/LINEBACKERS | FIRST SEASON

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PERSONALBirthdate ......................Aug. 3, 1972Birthplace ................Hampton, Ark.Hometown ..............Hampton, Ark.Family: ..............................wife, Sheri daughters, Mary Alex, Camden Son, Cade EDUCATIONHigh School ......................HamptonCollege ....... Arkansas-Monticello (1996)..........................................Auburn (2000)Degree ...................................................B.S./Health and Physical EducationMasters in Sports Administration

PLAYING EXPERIENCE1992-95 ........Arkansas-Monticello Baseball

COACHING EXPERIENCE2010 .............................. Murray State Defensive Coordinator/LB/KO2007-09 .............Georgia Southern Defensive Coordinator/LB/KO2002-06 .................... Valdosta State Defensive Coordinator/LB/ Kickoff Coverage2000-01 ...........................Holmes CC LB/Secondary/Special Teams1999 ........................................ Auburn Graduate Assistant DB/ST1996-98 ......................... Star City HS Head Basketball/Defensive Coordinator/Asst. Baseball/ Strength & Conditioning

NOTABLEHelped shut down the NCAA’s top offense, Pitt State, as Valdosta State captured the 2004 Division II National Championship.

Coached Chris Covington and Dakota Walker to All-America honors following the 2008 season.

Ashley Anders enters his first season as the defensive coordinator and linebackers coach for the Racers. He will also be in charge of kickoff coverage.

Anders comes to Murray after spending the previous three seasons as the defensive coordinator at Georgia Southern.

In 2009, Anders’ defensive unit led the Southern Conference with 14 forced fumbles and tied for third in the league with 11 interceptions.

Defensive lineman Brent Russell and Markeith Wylie combined for 22 tackles-for-loss and nine sacks in earning second-team all-SoCon honors.

During the 2008 season, Anders coached two All-Americans in Chris Covington (linebacker) and Dakota Walker (defensive end). Covington, who began the season in the secondary, moved to Anders’ linebacker unit in week five and would go on and rank among the Southern Conference leaders in tackles for loss (second SoCon, tied 40th nationally) and sacks (third SoCon, tied 39th nationally). Walker not only led the SoCon in sacks but finished tied for 12th nationally.

When Covington was named SoCon ‘Defensive Player of the Year’ by the Sports Media Association, he became the third player in Eagle history to accomplish the feat, and first since 2001. Both he and Walker earned First Team All-SoCon honors.

The Eagle defense, playing as many as nine true-freshmen on a consistent basis, saved their best performance for last in a 17-10 win at 14th-ranked Furman to close out the season with a winning record. The 10 points allowed were the fewest by an opponent since October 2005.

The defense saw a league-best four rookies named to the inaugural SoCon All-Freshman Team. As a defensive unit, the Eagles ranked 22nd nationally averaging 7.0 tackles for a loss and 26th recording 2.4 sacks per game.

Not only did Anders’ defensive unit rank among the SoCon leaders, the kickoff coverage team set the standard. Led by Patrick Bolen, the Eagles led the SoCon in net kickoff yards forcing opponents to start on their own 25 yard line.

During the 2007 season the Eagles’ defense ranked 14th nationally in turnover margin (+1.09). That impressive average was tied into the team’s 56th ranking in interceptions, 17th in fumble recoveries and 37th in turnovers gained. Overall, the defensive unit recorded 65 tackles-for-loss, 19 sacks, 11 interceptions and 56 pass break-ups.

Prior to Georgia Southern, Anders spent five years working on Chris Hatcher’s staff at Valdosta State. During his final four years, he served as the defensive coordinator and was in charge of the kickoff teams.

During his tenure as defensive coordinator, the Blazers qualified for the NCAA playoffs three times and posted a 40-8 record. They finished no worse than third place in the always tough Gulf South Conference, including titles in 2002

and 2004, and a pair of runner-up finishes.At a place known for its offensive production,

Anders’ defensive unit was equally impressive. In 2006, the Blazers defense allowed just 15.7 points a game, 25th best in Division II. VSU ranked 35th nationally in total defense (270 yards/game), while totaling 24 takeaways in 10 games. The unit recorded 69 tackles-for-loss, 22 sacks, 13 interceptions and 38 pass break-ups.

When VSU played for the 2004 National Championship, Anders and defensive staff went up against one of the most explosive offenses in NCAA history. Pittsburg State had set NCAA records - for all divisions - in scoring offense (57.6 ppg) and total offense (616 yards/game). Anders’ defensive scheme held the Gorilla offense to just 31 points en route to the title.

The 2004 defense led the nation in turnover margin, registering 34 takeaways and a plus-20 margin.

While at VSU, Anders’ linebackers earned six All-Gulf South Conference honors, including all three during the 2002 campaign. Three of his defensive players (Spencer Fortson, Tim Thompson and Sherard Reynolds) earned All-America status and Thompson eventually signed with the Tennessee Titans. Linebacker Maurice Leggett (2002-03) is currently playing defensive back for the Kansas City Chiefs.

Anders spent two years at Holmes Community College prior to arriving at Valdosta, coaching the linebackers, secondary and special teams. While at HCC, he coached All-America Deral Slay, who went on to play at South Carolina.

He spent a year and a half at Auburn as a graduate assistant coach (1999-2000), coaching the defensive backs and special teams during the 1999 season.

In 1996, he started his coaching career at Star City (Arkansas) High School. During his time, he served three years as head basketball coach and assistant football; and one year as assistant baseball, assistant strength and conditioning, as well as one year as head strength coach. During his last season at Star City, he served as the football program’s defensive coordinator. In his year as the assistant strength coach, his weightlifting team won a state title.

A native of Hampton, Arkansas, he was a three-sport athlete (football, basketball and baseball) earning all-district and all-conference honors as a defensive back in football and a pitcher in baseball. He played baseball at Arkansas-Monticello, where he helped the team capture the AIC conference title and qualify for the NAIA regionals.

He received his bachelor’s degree in health and physical education from Arkansas-Monticello in 1996, and his master’s in sports administration from Auburn in 2000.

Anders and his wife, Sheri, have three children: Mary Alex, Cade and Camden.

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BUSTER FAULKNEROFFENSIVE COORDINATOR/QUARTERBACKS | FIRST SEASON

The Faulkner File

PERSONALBirthdate ...................Sept. 19, 1981Birthplace ......................Lilburn, Ga.Hometown ....................Lilburn, Ga.Family: ...................................wife, Tia son, Harrison daughter, Hadley

EDUCATIONHigh School .......................ParkviewCollege .............Valdosta State (2005)Degree ..............................B.S./History

PLAYING EXPERIENCE2001-03 .................... Valdosta State2004 .......... Texas A&M-Commerce

COACHING EXPERIENCE2010 .............................. Murray State Offensive Coordinator/QB2009 ...................... Central Arkansas Quarterbacks2008 ........................... Valdosta State Offensive Coordinator/QB2007 ........................... Valdosta State Quarterbacks2006 ........................................Georgia Graduate Assistant OL2005 ........................... Valdosta State Student Assistant /QB

NOTABLEPassed for 3,826 yards and 41 touchdowns in leading Valdosta State to national championship game in 2002.

Ranks sixth on VSU’s all-time list in touchdowns, while ranking seventh in yards and completions.

Led Parkview High School to Georgia State Championship.

While at Valdosta State, coached quarterback Willie Copeland who went to have stints with Miami, New York, CFL and AFL.

Buster Faulkner begins his first season as the offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach at Murray State.

Faulkner joins Hatcher’s staff after spending the 2009 season as the quarterbacks coach at Central Arkansas.

In his one season with the Bears, UCA averaged 26.2 points a game and 215.8 yards a game through the air.

Senior quarterback Robbie Park finished the year going 217-for-358 for 2,434 yards and 12 touchdowns. The yardage total ranks seventh on the school’s all-time single-season list.

Faulkner’s coaching career began at Valdosta State, where he served as a student assistant helping with the quarterbacks in 2005.

After one season with the Blazers, he served as an offensive graduate assistant at Georgia, working with the offensive line and quarterbacks.

Faulkner returned to Valdosta State in 2007 and served as the quarterbacks coach for two seasons.

In his first season, the Blazers went 13-1 and captured the Division II National Championship. Quarterback Willie Copeland passed for 2,903 yards and 27 touchdowns.

Faulkner took over as the offensive coordinator for the Blazers in 2008. VSU averaged 380.8 yards a game in advancing to the quarterfinals.

Faulkner began his collegiate career at Valdosta State under Hatcher. In three years with the Blazers, he passed for 4.213 yards and 44 touchdowns, ranking seventh on the career list for yards and completions (381), and sixth in touchdowns.

As a sophomore, Faulkner earned first-team all-Gulf South Conference honors after going 327-for-503 for 3,826 yards and 41 touchdowns in leading the Blazers to a 14-1 record and a spot in the National Championship game. He ranks fourth in touchdowns, fifth in yards and sixth in completions.

He played his senior season at Texas A&M-Commerce, where he passed for 2,861 and 16 touchdowns, while setting 10 school records.

During his prep career, Faulkner started at quarterback as a sophomore and led Parkview High School to the Georgia state championship.

A native of Lilburn, Ga., Faulkner earned his bachelor’s degree in history from Valdosta State in 2005.

Faulkner, and his wife, Tia, have one son, Harrison, and one daughter, Hadley.

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KEITH HATCHERSECONDARY/RECRUITING COORDINATOR | FIRST SEASON

The Hatcher File

PERSONALBirthdate .................... Feb. 15, 1978Birthplace ...................... Macon, Ga.Hometown .................... Macon, Ga.Family: ...........................wife, Ashley son, Ace EDUCATIONHigh School ....Mount de Sales Academy College ........................Mars Hill (2000)Degree ......... B.S./Business Admin. ................and Sports Management

PLAYING EXPERIENCE1996-2000 .......................... Mars Hill

COACHING EXPERIENCE2010 .............................. Murray State Safeties/Recruiting Coordinator2007-09 .............Georgia Southern DB/Recruiting Coordinator2005-06 .................... Valdosta State Secondary/Dir. of Football Ops/Summer Camps2004-05 ........................................ UAB Graduate Assistant2003 ........................... Valdosta State Graduate Assistant

NOTABLEWas a two-sport athlete in college. Earned four letters in baseball and two in football.

Four-time Academic All-Conference pick in baseball and twice in football.

Spent three years as an investment advisor specialist before joining the coaching profession.

Coached Sherard Reynolds to All-America honors at Valdosta State.

Keith Hatcher joins his cousin Chris’ staff at Murray State, where he will serve as the secondary coach and recruiting coordinator.

Hatcher joins the Racer coaching staff after serving the previous three years as the secondary coach, recruiting coordinator and director of football operations at Georgia Southern.

In 2009, the Eagle secondary held opponents to 214.6 yards a game and tied for third in the Southern Conference with 11 interceptions.

Rover Darius Eubanks ranked second on the team in tackles and tied for the team lead with two forced fumbles. Corner Laron Scott was third on the team in tackles and ranked second in the SoCon with 11 pass break-ups.

The 2008 defensive backs underwent a near-complete makeover from the beginning of the season as All-American Chris Covington moved to linebacker and true-freshmen emerged into the starting lineup. By the end of the season, the secondary was starting a pair of true-freshman and a sophomore.

Two of the Eagles, Derek Heyden and K.R. Snipes, earned a spot on the SoCon All-Freshman Team. In fact, it was Snipes that came up with the game-clinching interception late in the Furman game to secure the 17-10 win over the 14th-ranked Paladins and record the programs’ 25th winning season. The secondary accounted for all but one of the team’s interceptions and broke up 29 more passes.

Hatcher also oversaw the punt return unit at GSU. In 2008, Raja Andrews ranked 12th nationally, averaging 14 yards perpunt return. The return unit tied a program record with two returns for touchdown (at Chattanooga, vs. Appalachian State).

Hatcher had to make unprecedented adjustments in the secondary throughout the 2007 season as half of the opening-day two-deep were out over the final month of the season. Two former offensive players started at the end of the year and two more saw significant playing time. Covington would not only earn all-SoCon honors, but Honorable Mention All-America accolades as well.

The secondary accounted for 10 interceptions and recorded 56 pass break-ups.

After spending three years in private business as an investment advisor specialist, Hatcher decided to join in the family footsteps and enter the coaching profession.

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He joined his cousin’s staff at Valdosta State as a graduate assistant in 2003, before moving on to serve two years on the staff at Alabama-Birmingham. He spent the 2004 season and the 2005 spring season working under former defensive coordinator Wayne Bolt.

Hatcher returned to VSU in 2005 where he worked with the secondary and served as the director of football operations and summer camps for two seasons.

In 2006, the Blazers defense ranked 25th in the nation after allowing just 15.7 points per game. VSU ranked 35th nationally in total defense (270 yards/game), while totaling 24 takeaways in 10 games. The defense also recorded 69 tackles-for-loss, 22 sacks, 13 interceptions and 38 pass break-ups.

The 2006 season was Hatcher’s first in charge of the punt rush. His special team squad blocked seven punts and returned three for a touchdown, leading the league in blocks and punt return yardage.

During his tenure, Hatcher coached All-America free safety and all-GSC punt returner Sherard Reynolds.

Hatcher was a two-sport athlete at Mars Hill, where he earned four letters in baseball and two in football. His success was not limited to the playing field as he was a four-time Academic All-Conference pick in baseball and twice earned the honor in football.

He received his bachelor’s degree in business administration and sports management from Mars Hill College in 2000.

Hatcher, like cousin Chris, was was a standout athlete at Mount de Sales Academy in Macon, Ga. He is married to Ashley and are the proud parents of a son, Ace.

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ASSISTANT COACHESKENNY PARKERDEFENSIVE LINE | FIRST SEASON

The Parker File

PERSONALBirthdate .................... Feb. 26, 1982Birthplace .......Warner Robins, Ga.Hometown .....Warner Robins, Ga.Family: ......................... wife, Melissa EDUCATIONHigh School .....................NorthsideCollege ........................... Florida (2005)Degree ........................ B.S./Sociology

COACHING EXPERIENCE2009 ..........................................Florida Graduate Assistant-DL/Asst. Director of Camps2007-09 ...................................Florida Asst. Strength & Conditioning2006-07 .............. Taylor County HS Defensive Line2005-07 ...................................Florida Defensive Intern

NOTABLEPart of three SEC titles and two National Championships while at Florida.

Three-year letterwinner at Florida.

Received the Greg See Most Courageous Award at the conclusion of the 2003 and 2004 spring drills.

Helped Gators capture 2000 SEC Championship.

Received All-America honors from the USA Today as a prep at Northside High School.

Kenny Parker enters his first season as the defensive line coach on Chris Hatcher’s staff at Murray State.

Parker comes to MSU after spending the previous 10 seasons as a player or coach at Florida, where he was a part of three SEC Championships and two National Championships.

In his most recent role, Parker served as a graduate assistant defensive line coach and assistant director of football camps during the 2009 season.

Prior to his time as a GA, Parker served two years as an assistant strength and conditioning coach for the Gators. Parker assisted in the strength, speed and conditioning for football and track. He also developed strength and conditioning programs for players and assisted in the nutritional development of players.

Parker served as a physical education teacher and defensive line coach at Taylor County High School in 2006-07.

After completing his eligibility, Parker joined the Gator coaching staff as an assistant defensive line coach. He helped prepare the playbook and other gameday materials, while also assisting the defensive line with on-field conditioning and techniques.

Parker first arrived on the Gainesville campus in the Fall of 2000 as a freshman defensive tackle. He appeared in five games and recorded five tackles in helping the Gators capture the SEC Championship.

He participated in just three plays during the 2001 season before a back injury forced him to miss the rest of the season and the 2002 season.

Parker returned to the field in 2003 and finished the campaign with 37 tackles, including 23 solo stops. He recorded a career-best seven tackles againstVanderbilt, South Carolina and Florida State.

He appeared in 11 games in 2004 and recorded his first sack against Middle Tennessee.

Parker played his prep ball at Northside (Ga.) High School, where he garnered All-America accolades by the USA Today. He was rated as one of the nation’s top 20 defensive tackles by Rivals.com.

He recorded 97 tackles as a senior and 95 as a junior, and was twice named a first-team all-state selection. He was also selected to play in the Florida-Georgia All-Star Game as a senior.

Parker graduated from Florida in 2005 with a bachelor’s degree in sociology and a minor in education.

He and his wife, Melissa, reside in Murray.


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MITCH STEWARTSPECIAL TEAMS COORDINATOR/WR/TE | FIRST SEASON

The Stewart File

PERSONALBirthdate ...................... Nov. 8, 1982Birthplace ....................Auburn, Ala.Hometown ................. Newnan, Ga.Family: ...............................wife, Rikki EDUCATIONHigh School ....................NorthgateCollege ....... Valdosta State (2005)Degree ....B.S./Business Education

PLAYING EXPERIENCE2001-05 .................... Valdosta State

COACHING EXPERIENCE2010 .............................. Murray State Wide Receivers2007-09 .............Georgia Southern Tight Ends/Wide Receivers2006 ............. Newnan High School Assistant Offensive Coordinator2006 ........................... Valdosta State Graduate Assistant/QB

NOTABLEStarting quarterback for Valdosta State in the 2005 playoff game.

Member of the 2004 National Championship team at Valdosta State.

Helped Northgate High School earn the title as most improved team in Georgia as a junior.

Mitch Stewart enters his first season on Chris Hatcher’s staff at Murray State. Stewart will serve as the special team’s coordinator, while also working with the wide receivers and tight ends.

Stewart comes to Murray after spending the previous three seasons as a member of the Georgia Southern coaching staff. While at GSU, Stewart worked with the wide receivers and handled team travel.

Last season, a pair of true freshman made immediate impacts as Jamere Valentine caught 51 passes and Patrick Barker added 40, ranking second and third, respectively, on the school’s single-season receptions list.

In his second season, the Eagles offense led the SoCon and ranked 20th nationally in passing offense. That also helped GSU finish 20th nationally in scoring offense and 37th in total offense.

The speedy receiver corps accounted for the majority of the team’s 42 receptions of 30-plus yards. Wide receiver Raja Andrews shattered three season records, one single-game mark and the career receptions record.

From 2001-05, Stewart played quarterback at Valdosta State. He was part of the 2002 national runner-up squad and 2004 National Championship team. Stewart earned the start in the first round playoff game his senior year.

After his playing days (Spring 2006), Stewart served as a graduate assistant coach for the Blazers, working with the quarterbacks.

In the summer of 2006, he took a job at Newnan High School, assisting the offensive coordinator in implementing the Blazers’ offense. That fall, Newnan won its first region title in 14 years and qualified for the state playoffs.

A standout quarterback at Northgate High School in Newnan, Ga., Stewart helped instrument one of the biggest turnarounds in the state. Following a 1-9 sophomore year, Northgate went 7-3 his junior year, earning the title as most improved team in Georgia, and qualified for the playoffs. In his final year, Stewart led Northgate to an 11-2 record.

Stewart received his bachelor’s degree in business education from Valdosta State in 2005 and began work on a master’s degree.

He is married to wife, Rikki.

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ASSISTANT COACHESCHRIS COVINGTONSAFETIES | FIRST SEASON

The Covington File

PERSONALBirthdate ....................Dec. 12, 1985Birthplace ...............Houston, TexasHometown .......Lawrenceville, Ga.Family: .............fiance, Alexa Hesse EDUCATIONCollege ....Georgia Southern (2009)Degree ...........B.S./Criminal Justice

Chris Covington enters his first year as an assistant coach at Murray State, working with the secondary.

Covington comes to Murray after spending last season on Chris Hatcher’s staff at Georgia Southern.

He arrived in Statesboro in 2005 as a running back for the Eagles and ended his career as an All-American on the defensive side of the ball.

Upon Hatcher’s arrival at GSU, Covington switched to defense and made an immediate impact. He led the team in tackles and was honored as an Honorable Mention All-American by The Sports Network.

As a senior in 2008, Covington made the switch to linebacker and earned Second-Team All-America accolades from the Associated Press after recording 95 tackles, including 14 tackles-for-loss and six sacks. He was also named to The College Sporting News Fabulous 50 and The Sports Network Honorable Mention All-America team, as well as earning Southern Conference Defensive Player of the Year honors.

SEAN DAWKINSRUNNING BACKS | FIRST SEASON

The Dawkins File

PERSONALBirthdate ................... April 12, 1985Birthplace ...............Rutherford, NCHometown ....................Atlanta, Ga.Family: ...................................... Single EDUCATIONHigh School .......................ParkviewCollege ....................................Troy (2007)Degree ..............B.S./Social Science

Sean Dawkins begins his first season as the running backs coach at Murray State.

Dawkins comes to MSU after spending last season as the running backs coach at West Texas A&M. He helped the Buffs to their fifth-straight winning season and guided running back Keithon Flemming to All-Lone Star Conference honors, despite missing the first six games of the season.

Prior to his time at WTAMU, Dawkins spend one season at Huntingdon College. He tutored running back Jamal Gardner to a 1,000-yard rushing campaign.

Dawkins spent five years as a member of the Troy football team and helped the Trojans capture a pair of Sun Belt Conference championships.

He was twice named a team captain and was a three-year starter at fullback.

Dawkins finished his career with 507 yards and four touchdowns on 126 carries. He also added 32 receptions for 300 yards.

His most effective season came in 2005 when he rushed for 285 yards on 76 attempts.

After missing the 2006 season with an injury, Dawkins returned in 2007 to rush for 100 yards and three touchdowns in leading the Trojans to a Sun Belt championship and a bid to the R+L Carriers New Orleans Bowl.

Dawkins played his prep ball at Parkview High School, where he was a two-time all-state selection at running back and linebacker, as well as being named the 5A Defensive Player of the Year by the Atlanta-Journal Constitution. He helped the Panthers to three-straight Georgia 5A state championships and finished his career as the all-time leading rusher in Georgia state championships.

He finished his high school career with 3,238 yards and 43 touchdowns, to go along with 283 tackles and nine sacks.

Dawkins graduated from Troy in 2007 with a degree in social science.

Covington led the Eagles in rushing as a sophomore as he ran for 824 yards and eight touchdowns on 164 carries. He posted a career-best 216 yards in the season opener against Central Connecticut State.

Covington played one season for the Gulf Coast League Pirates after being selected in the 9th Round of the 2004 First-Year Major League Baseball Player Draft.

The Lawrenceville, Ga., native was a prep standout at Brookwood High School, where he was rated as one of the Top 50 prospects by the Atlanta Journal Constitution. He was selected as a starter in the Georgia Athletic Coaches Association North-South All-Star Classic after rushing for 1,350 yards and 18 touchdowns as a senior.

As a junior, Covington averaged 8.2 yards per carry and was an all-state selection as a kick returner and a two-way player by the AJC.

He graduated from GSU in 2009 with a degree in criminal justice.


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ASSISTANT COACHESMIKE POLLYOFFENSIVE TACKLES | FIRST SEASON

The Polly File

PERSONALBirthdate ....................Nov. 10, 1983Birthplace .............Cincinnati, OhioHometown .................. Erlanger, Ky.Family: ...................................... Single EDUCATIONHigh School ..................Dixie HeightsCollege .......Georgetown College (2006).............................Middle Tennessee (2008)Degree ..................... B.S./Marketing.....Masters in Sport Management

Mike Polly enters his first season as an assistant coach at Murray State, working with the offensive line.

Polly comes to MSU after spending three seasons as an offensive graduate assistant on Rick Stockstill’s staff at Middle Tennessee.

In 2009, Polly helped guide an offensive line that helped paved the way for an offense that accumulated 421.7 yards a game, and allowed just 19 sacks in 436 pass attempts.

The Blue Raiders capped off their best season in school history by defeating Southern Miss in the New Orleans Bowl to finish with a record of 10-3.

He joined the coaching profession at Georgetown College during the Spring of 2007 with film break down and the weight room, and assisted the offensive line coach during spring drills.

The Erlanger, Ky., native played at Georgetown College, where he helped the Tigers to four-straight Mid-South Conference championships.

DARREN EDGINGTONSTRENGTH AND CONDITIONING | THIRD SEASON

The Edgington File

PERSONALBirthdate .....................Jan. 26, 1966Birthplace ..............Nashville, Tenn.Hometown ............... Norene, Tenn.Family: ............................... wife, Julie EDUCATIONHigh School .................. WatertownCollege ...... Middle Tennessee (1997).................... Middle Tennessee (2000)Degree .......B.S/Wellness & Fitness............................... Masters in HPERS

Darren Edgington joined the Murray State program as strength and conditioning coach in October 2008, after serving at the University of Mississippi since 2005.

Edgington is responsible for all strength and conditioning duties for the Racer football, baseball, rifle, soccer, softball, volleyball and track & field teams.

While at Ole Miss, he worked with the football program and designed and implemented the strength and conditioning programs for the women’s basketball program that made an NCAA Elite-8 appearance. Edgington also worked with the Ole Miss soccer team.

From 1994-2005, Edgington served as assistant strength and conditioning coach at Middle Tennessee State, designing and implementing the strength and conditioning programs for the school’s Olympic sports, as well as assisting with football.

A 1997 cumlaude graduate from MTSU with a degree in wellness & fitness, Edgington earned his master’s in health, physical education,

recreation, and safety from MTSU in 2000.Edgington is a certified strength and

conditioning coach through the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCa}, International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA), National Association of Speed and Explosion (NASE), and USA Weightlifting. He is also a certified USA Weightlifting Referee.

In May 2009, Edgington was named a Master Strength and Conditioning Coach by the CSCCa. He is one of 80 coaches in the country with this certification.

Edgington produced a DVD entitled Functional ACL Pre-Hab Exercises, as well as garnering a feature article on ESPN.com about his training program for the Ole Miss women’s basketball team.

He trained WNBA Rookie of the Year Armintie Price while she played at Ole Miss.

Edgington is a U.S. Naval submarine veteran having served from 1984-90. He is married to the former Julie Mayo and they reside in Murray.

As a co-captain, he was selected to the All-MSC team as a senior.

Polly’s accolades carried over into the classroom as he was a four-time Academic All-MSC selection, as well as being named a Daktronics NAIA Scholar-Athlete three times.

Polly played his prep ball at Dixie Heights High School, where he was a first-team all-state selection.

Polly, who graduated with a degree in marketing in 2006, was also the recipient of the Georgetown College Scholar Athlete of the Year and the No “I” in Team award, which is selected by faculty, staff and students.

He received his master’s in sport management from Middle Tennessee in 2008.

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SUPPORT STAFFFULTON HARTATHLETIC TRAINER | FOURTH SEASON

The Hart File

PERSONALBirthplace .......................Murray, Ky.Hometown .....................Murray, Ky.Family: ...................................... Single EDUCATIONHigh School .......................... Murray College ................Murray State (2005).......... Southeastern Louisiana (2007)Degree ..........B.S./Exercise Science.............. Master’s in Health Studies

Fulton Hart begins his fourth year as the athletic trainer for Racer football.

The 2005 Murray State graduate has spent the past five years working at the collegiate and professional level.

After earning his bachelor of science degree in exercise science with an emphasis in athletic training from MSU in August 2005, Hart accepted a graduate assistant position at Southeastern Louisiana University in Hammond, La.

At SLU, Hart coordinated coverage for the men’s and women’s track and tennis teams while assisting with football practice and game coverage. As part of his duties he provided daily evaluations, treatments and rehabilitation of injured student-athletes.

In addition to his work in the SLU training room, Hart also served as an instructor in the school’s CAATE accredited athletic training program, teaching Prevention and Management of Motor Performance Injuries, and Athletic Taping and Protective Equipment.

MARK PERSCHELEQUIPMENT MANAGER/VIDEO COORDINATOR | FIRST SEASON

The Perschel File

PERSONALBirthplace ............ Jacksonville, Fla.Hometown .......... Jacksonville, Fla.Family: ...................................... Single EDUCATIONHigh School ........................ Fletcher College ......Georgia Southern (2009)Degree .................B.A./Modern and Classical Languages

Mark Perschel enters his first season as the equipment manager and video coordinator at Murray State.

At MSU, Perchel will oversee the equipment room, as well as coordinate all the video needs for the football program.

Perschel comes to MSU after spending the previous three years as the video coordinator under Chris Hatcher at Georgia Southern.

Prior to his time in Statesboro, Perschel spent three seasons on Hatcher’s staff at Valdosta State, and was part of the 2004 National Championship team at VSU.

In his three years with the Blazers, Perschel served as the video coordinator and handled the day-to-day football technolgy needs and projects.

As a student at Fletcher High School, Perschel served as a facilities host for Virginia Tech as they prepared for the Gator Bowl.

In the spring of 2006 Hart joined the NFL’s New Orleans Saints as an athletic trainer intern. With the Saints, Hart assisted with the athletic training coverage of organized team activities, including all home football games.

Hart has also served as a PRN athletic trainer for North Oakes Health System. His duties there included providing athletic training coverage for high school football teams in Tangipahoa Parrish, La.

In May 2007, Hart concluded the graduate program at SLU and earned a master of arts in health studies.

Perschel graduated from Georgia Southern in 2009 with a bachelor’s degree in modern and classical languages, with a minor in broadcasting.

Perschel is single and resides in Murray.


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Sept. 3 • Stewart Stadium • Murray, Ky.

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Sept. 12 • Carter-Finley Stadium • Raleigh, N.C.

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MURRAY, Ky. -- Murray State put points on the board in seven different ways as the Racers erupted for a 66-10 victory over Kentucky Wesleyan in the season opener Thursday evening.

Sophomore Kienan Cullen scored the first points of the season with a 27-yard field goal on the first possession.

The defense got in the act in the second quarter as Harry McCall returned a fumble 50 yards, before Justin Clark made a tackle in the endzone for a safety. A bad snap on another punt resulted in a second safety.

The offense overcame a slow start to score five touchdowns as Prince Nwagbara ran in from nine yards, and Charlie Jordan added TD runs of two and seven yards. Quarterback Jeff Ehrhardt connected on a pair of scoring strikes to Daniel Ard (21 yards) and Marcus Harris (13 yards).

The special teams also got involved as Harris returned a kickoff 86 yards for a touchdown and followed it up with a 75-yard punt return to TD. He earned FCS Special Teams Player of the Week for his efforts.

The defense limited the Panthers to just 12 yards passing, the fewest allowed in the opening game in the FCS. They also recorded an FCS-best 13 tackles-for-loss. Tamar Butler led the way with 17 tackles.

Scoring Summary 1 2 3 4 FKentucky Wesleyan 0 7 3 0 10Murray State 15 16 21 14 66

1st Quarter11:18 MUR - Cullen 27 yd field goal 5:09 MUR - McCall 50 yd fumble return (Cullen kick) 0:53 MUR - Just Clark safety2nd Quarter 7:58 KWC - Gordon 11 yd run (Fangman kick) 5:55 MUR - Team safety 1:50 MUR - Nwagbara 9 yd run (Cullen kick) 0:31 MUR - Ard 21 yd pass from Ehrhardt (Cullen kick)3rd Quarter12:50 MUR - Jordan 2 yd run (Cullen kick)10:25 MUR - Jordan 7 yd run (Cullen kick) 3:01 KWC - Fangman 33 yd field goal 2:46 MUR - Harris 86 yd kickoff return (Cullen kick)4th Quarter13:05 MUR - Harris 13 yd pass from Ehrhardt (Cullen kick)11:01 MUR - Harris 75 yd punt return (Cullen kick)

Team Statistics KWC MURFirst Downs 16 13Rush Att.-Net Yards 54-152 30-170Passing C-A-Int. 8-21-3 12-20-0Net Passing Yards 12 146Offensive Plays 75 50Total Offense 164 316Fumbles-Lost 3-1 1-1Penalties/-Yards 7-66 4-45Punts-Average 7-33.4 3-35.73rd Down Conversion 4-17 3-10Time of Possession 30:55 24:03

RushingMUR-Jordan 15-116, Kollenberg 4-32, Nwagbara 6-29, Yantko 2-2; KWC-Walker 10-72, Borum 14-66, Lalonde 8-29, Gordon 10-28, Curran 1-(-1), Palmer 1-(-3), Owens 1-(-10), Maguire 1-(-29).PassingMUR-Ehrhardt 10-18-0-138, Yantko 2-2-0-8; KWC- Walker 4-12-2-0, Lalonde 4-8-1-12, Owens 0-1-0-0.ReceivingMUR-Townsel 4-57, Ard 2-38, Harris 2-17, Robertson 2-12, Estes 1-18, Jordan 1-4; KWC-Gordon 4-7, Lalonde 2-1, Kramer 1-4, Brown 1-0.ATT: 5,977

RALEIGH, N.C. -- North Carolina State took advantage of a pair of Murray State turnovers on its first two possessions to jump out to the early lead and never look back en route to a 65-7 victory Saturday evening at Carter-Finley Stadium.

NCSU (1-1) quarterback Russell Wilson took advantage of the short fields that he was given and led the Wolfpack on five scoring drives in the first half, four ended with Wilson TD passes.

The Racers (1-1) offense could find its rhythm in the first half as the Racers mustered minus-two yards of offense in the half.

MSU finally got on the board early in the fourth quarter as they put together a 12-play, 57-yard drive that ended when Nico Yantko found Daniel Ard for a two-yard touchdown pass.

Zach Kutch led the defense with 11 tackles, seven solo. Josh Marshall added nine tackles, while Tamar Butler added seven and Mark Oliver six.

Sophomore Kienan Cullen averaged 40.9 yards on eight punts, including a 60 yarder in the first quarter. He later added a 54 yard punt.

Scoring Summary 1 2 3 4 FMurray State 0 0 0 7 7NC State 21 24 20 0 65

1st Quarter13:33 NCS - Williams 27 yd pass from Wilson (Czajkowski kick)10:15 NCS - Spencer 19 yd pass from Wilson (Czajkowski kick)4:13 NCS - Washington 5 yd pass from Wilson (Czajkowski kick)2nd Quarter14:57 NCS - Baker 1 yd run (Czajkowski kick)11:57 NCS - Washington 1 yd run (Czajkowski kick)5:38 NCS - Czajkowski 36 yd field goal0:44 NCS - Baker 39 yd pass from Wilson (Czajkowski kick)3rd Quarter12:38 NCS - Baker 3 yd run (Ojala kick)11:30 NCS - Washington 4 yd run (Ojala kick failed)4:47 NCS - Barnes 2 yd run (Ojala kick)4th Quarter14:16 MUR - Ard 2 yd pass from Yantko (Cullen kick)

Team Statistics MUR NCSFirst Downs 5 25Rush Att.-Net Yards 25-1 48-191Passing C-A-Int. 9-20-1 21-29-0Net Passing Yards 35 293Offensive Plays 45 77Total Offense 36 484Fumbles-Lost 2-2 0-0Penalties/-Yards 3-23 6-60Punts-Average 8-40.9 2-37.53rd Down Conversion 2-12 9-14Time of Possession 24:29 35:31

RushingMUR-Nwagbara 8-18, Harris 1-18, Jordan 9-15, Nelson 1-1, Trotter 1-(-3), Ehrhardt 1-(-11), Yantko 3-(-14); NCS-Baker 12-74, Barnes 19-52, Washington 12-35, Wilson 4-26, Glennon 1-4.PassingMUR-Yantko 8-19-1-30, Ehrhardt 1-1-0-5; NCS- Wilson 15-21-0-228, Glennon 6-7-0-65, Imhoff 0-1-0-0.ReceivingMUR-Townsel 2-(-1), Nelson 1-14, Trotter 1-11, Haris 1-5, Nwagbara 1-5, Ard 1-2, Jordan 1-0, Robertson 1-(-1); NCS-Williams 3-63, Spencer 3-47, Washington 3-28, Davis 2-39, Howard 2-19, Bryan 2-16, Ritcher 2-15, Baker 1-39, Barnes 1-18, Gentry 1-5, Graham 1-4.ATT: 55,510

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SPRINGFIELD, Mo. -- Missouri State scored a pair of defensive touchdowns just 3:19 apart in the second quarter to break open a close game and propel the Bears to a 35-10 victory over Murray State Saturday afternoon at Plaster Field.

The Racers (1-2) got on the board on their opening possession as they put together a 10-play drive that culminated in a Kienan Cullen 22-yard field goal. MUR got down into the red zone after Jeff Ehrhardt hit Derrick Townsel on a 51-yard strike on third-and-12.

The Bears (2-1) responded with a 10-play drive of their own that ended with a Cody Kirby eight-yard pass to Cardarrius Dotson.

MOST added to its lead as Kirby found Jermaine Saffold on a corner route for a 26-yard scoring strike.

The Bear defense widened the gap with a pair of fumble returns for touchdowns before a late third quarter touchdown pass put the game away.

The Racers got on the board in the second half with a four-play drive that covered 50 yards. Townsel set up the drive with a 26-yard kickoff return to midfield. Ehrhardt found Marcus Harris for 13 yards Two players later, Ehrhardt found DeAngelo Nelson over the middle and the tight end did the rest as he made a cut to the outside and went 35 yards for the score.

Scoring Summary 1 2 3 4 FMurray State 3 0 0 7 10Missouri State 14 14 7 0 35

1st Quarter11:52 MUR - Cullen 22 yd field goal7:24 MSU - Dotson 8 yd pass from Kirby (Hottelman kick)2:01 MSU - Safford 26 yd pass from Kirby (Hottelman kick)2nd Quarter7:07 MSU - Smith 55 yd fumble return (Hottelman kick)3:48 MSU - Richardet 0 yd fumble recovery (Hottelman kick)3rd Quarter1:03 MSU - Miller 27 yd pass from Kirby (Hottelman kick)4th Quarter14:13 MUR - Nelson 35 yd pass from Ehrhardt (Cullen kick)

Team Statistics MUR MSUFirst Downs 15 18Rush Att.-Net Yards 30-27 44-169Passing C-A-Int. 21-42-2 17-29-2Net Passing Yards 250 223Offensive Plays 72 73Total Offense 277 392Fumbles-Lost 3-2 1-0Penalties/-Yards 6-76 5-40Punts-Average 6-43.0 4-38.53rd Down Conversion 4-15 4-15Time of Possession 26:41 33:19

RushingMUR-Nwagbara 10-52, Jordan 7-10, Trotter 1-(-3), Cul-len 1-(-15), Ehrhardt 11-(-17); MSU-Warren 6-79, Davis 8-39, Cooper-Falls 7-35, Douglas 13-28, Kirby 10-(-12).PassingMUR-Ehrhardt 21-42-2-250;MSU- Kirby 17-28-2-223, Horner 0-1-0-0.ReceivingMUR-Townsel 7-91, Harris 7-69, Nelson 2-46, Robert-son 2-25, Trotter 2-14, Estes 1-5; MSU-Dotson 4-38, Saffold 3-47, Emery 2-44, Harbor 2-15, Taylor 1-39, Miller 1-27, Fuselier 1-6, Warren 1-3, Williams 1-2, Cooper-Falls 1-2.ATT: 5,530

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2009 SEASON REVIEWSept. 26 • Stewart Stadium • Murray, Ky.

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Oct. 10 • Stewart Stadium • Murray, Ky.

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Oct. 17 • LP Field • Nashville, Tenn.

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MURRAY, Ky. -- Murray State turned the ball over three times and Eastern Kentucky converted them into 14 points as the #20 Colonels outlasted the Racers 23-13 in an Ohio Valley Conference contest Saturday evening at Stewart Stadium.

The Racers (1-3, 0-1 OVC) were able to respond quickly as Marcus Harris took the kickoff 44 yards into Colonel territory. Jeff Ehrhardt connected on passes to Daniel Ard, Derrick Townsel and Harris to get the Racers into the red zone. Kienan Cullen capped off the drive by connecting on a 31-yard field goal.

MSU was able to get three points on the board late in the second stanza as Ehrhardt started an 11-play drive by hitting Townsel on a 17-yard completion. The duo connected later on the drive on a 17-yard pass to convert a third-and-eight. Cullen capped the drive by hitting a career-long 46-yard field goal.

MSU put together one last scoring drive with just over two minutes left in the game as backup quarterback Nico Yantko led a 10-play drive. Facing a third-and-15, Yantko found Daniel Ard for an 18-yard gain and later found Townsel on a 22-yard screen pass on fourth-and-10. Yantko capped off the drive by hitting Ard on a screen pass and the junior battled his way into the endzone from 12-yards out.

Townsel sparked the Racer offense as he finished the game with 10 catches for 109 yards. It was the fourth career 100-yard receiving performance for the senior. He now has 132 career catches and ranks third on the MSU career list.

Scoring Summary 1 2 3 4 FEastern Kentucky 0 16 0 7 23Murray State 0 6 0 7 13

2nd Quarter12:59 EKU - Walker 1 yd run (O’Connor kick blocked)9:08 MUR - Cullen 31 yd field goal5:13 EKU - O’Connor 23 yd field goal2:41 EKU - Walker 2 yd run (O’Connor kick)0:43 MUR - Cullen 46 yd field goal4th Quarter14:37 EKU - Frieson 1 yd run (O’Connor kick)2:06 MUR - Ard 12yd pass from Yantko (Cullen kick)

Team Statistics EKU MURFirst Downs 19 17Rush Att.-Net Yards 54-172 26-12Passing C-A-Int. 11-16-0 24-42-3Net Passing Yards 174 230Offensive Plays 70 68Total Offense 346 242Fumbles-Lost 1-0 1-0Penalties/-Yards 10-76 10-73Punts-Average 5-45.6 5-39.23rd Down Conversion 3-11 5-17Time of Possession 33:51 26:09

RushingMUR-Nwagbara 8-15, Harris 2-1, Jordan 5-0, Ehrhardt 5-(-1), Yantko 6-(-3); EKU-Walker 17-66, Frieson 12-56, Pryor 10-35, Banjoman 5-22, Watts 5-4, Jackson 3-(-5).PassingMUR-Ehrhardt 13-24-2-108, Yantko 11-18-1-122; EKU- Pryor 11-14-0-174, Watts 0-2-0-0.ReceivingMUR-Townsel 10-109, Ard 6-58, Daniels 3-40, Nelson 2-14, Harris 2-3, Robertson 1-6; EKU-Phelps 3-56, Davis 3-29, Watts 2-32, Aldrin 1-30, Harris 1-15, Fairchild 1-12.ATT: 5,966

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1st Quarter7:27 JSU - Young 7 yd run (Tatum kick)2nd Quarter11:01 JSU - Howard 8 yd pass from Perrilloux (Tatum kick)3:46 JSU - Freeney 3 yd pass from Ivory (Tatum kick)0:59 JSU - Shaw 66 yd pass from Perrilloux (Tatum kick)4th Quarter11:55 JSU - Young 14 yd run (Tatum kick)4:54 JSU - Young 34 yd pass from Perrilloux (pass failed)1:23 MUR - Estes 2 yd pass from Yantko (Cullen kick)

Team Statistics JSU MURFirst Downs 32 16Rush Att.-Net Yards 48-254 29-65Passing C-A-Int. 20-31-1 18-36-3Net Passing Yards 326 187Offensive Plays 79 65Total Offense 580 252Fumbles-Lost 0-0 1-0Penalties/-Yards 5-46 6-70Punts-Average 5-33.4 6-43.83rd Down Conversion 5-12 4-13Time of Possession 34:20 25:40

RushingMUR-Nwagbara 8-45, Jordan 7-18, Townsel 1-8, Yantko 12-6, Daniels 1-(-12); JSU-Young 11-72, Perrilloux 15-50, George 7-39, Middleton 9-3, Byrd 1-27, Ivory 3-23, Freeney 2-5.PassingMUR-Yantko 18-36-3-187; JSU- Perrilloux 18-29-1-323, Ivory 2-2-0-8.ReceivingMUR-Daniels 5-60, Robertson 3-37, Townsel 3-36, Nelson 3-29, Ard 2-21, Estes 2-4; JSU-Wilkerson 4-42, Smith 3-57, Williams 3-52, Young 3-49, Shaw 2-93, Howard 2-12, Bonner 1-13, George 1-5, Freeney 1-3.ATT: 5,027

MURRAY, Ky. -- Jacksonville State scored 21 second-quarter points to take a commanding first-half lead and never looked back as they handed Murray State a 41-7 defeat Saturday afternoon at Roy Stewart Stadium.

The Gamecocks used a fake punt to keep their first drive alive and punched it in seven plays later.

A pair of short fields in the second quarter helped JSU extend its lead before using a quick strike offense to push the advantage to 28-0 at the half.

MSU’s defense continued to put forth it’s strong effort in the third quarter as the Racers did not allow the Gamecocks to get on the board in the frame and Zach Kutch intercepted a Perrilloux pass midway through the quarter.

The Racers got on the board late as Nico Yantko led an eight-play 71-yard drive. The drive started with a 15-yard completion to DeAngelo Nelson and Prince Nwagbara added a 17-yard run. Back-to-back completions to Rashad Daniels netted 31 yards that set the Racers up at the 16-yard line.

Nwagbara put together a pair of seven-yard runs to give MSU a first down at the two-yard line and Yantko capped the drive with a two-yard pass to Alex Estes, the first TD reception of his career.

Nwagbara finished the game with 45 yards on eight carries. Rashad Daniels led the receiving corps with five catches for 60 yards.

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1st Quarter10:17 MUR - Cullen 36 yd field goal2nd Quarter4:48 MUR - Cullen 24 yd field goal4th Quarter2:29 MUR - Cullen 40 yd field goal0:28 TSU - Hills 10 yd pass from McNairl (kick failed)

Team Statistics MUR TSUFirst Downs 13 14Rush Att.-Net Yards 39-115 43-169Passing C-A-Int. 13-25-0 8-19-2Net Passing Yards 110 68Offensive Plays 64 62Total Offense 225 237Fumbles-Lost 2-1 2-1Penalties/-Yards 7-83 8-68Punts-Average 6-34.3 6-34.03rd Down Conversion 4-16 5-14Time of Possession 32:08 27:52

RushingMUR-Jordan 29-97, Yantko 9-18; TSU-Brown 15-52, McNairl 9-51, Thomas 8-35, Perry 6-30, Ward 3-11, James 1-(-5), Sims 1-(-5).PassingMUR-Yantko 13-25-0-110; TSU- McNaril 6-13-1-62, Perry 2-6-1-6.ReceivingMUR-Daniels 5-40, Robertson 4-29, Jordan 2-21, nelson 1-11, Harris 1-9; TSU-Wilkens 3-21, Hills 2-21, Brown 2-6, James 1-20.ATT: 5,572

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Murray State defense came within 28 seconds of posting it’s first shutout in five years and Kienan Cullen kicked three field goals as the Racers put an end to a four-game losing streak with a hard-fought 9-6 victory over Ohio Valley Conference leading Tennessee State Saturday evening at LP Field.

The Racers (2-4, 1-2 OVC) got on the board on the opening possession as they took 10 plays to march 63 yards. Charlie Jordan got the drive going with a 20 yard run around left end before Nico Yantko found Rashad Daniels for an 18-yard gain over the middle. Marcus Harris returned to the lineup with a nine-yard grab over the middle before Jordan picked up another first down with a six-yard gain.

The drive stalled on the Tiger 19-yard line and Kienan Cullen capped the drive by connecting on a 36-yard field goal.

The Racer defense setup the second scoring drive as Taylor Lanigan broke through the line and forced a fumble that was recovered by Tamar Butler at the TSU 19-yard line. Yantko connected with DeAngelo Nelson on an 11-yard pass on the first play. After the Racers gained just one yard on the next three plays, Cullen connected on a 24-yard field goal to give MSU a 6-0 advantage with 4:48 remaining in the first half.

The defense also set up the third score as cornerback Nathan Brinkley stepped in front of Calvin McNairl pass for the interception and returned it 16 yards to the Tiger 24-yard line. The Racers managed just two yards on three plays before Cullen stepped on the field and calmly connected on a 40-yard field goal to push the advantage to 9-0 with 2:29 left in the contest.

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2009 SEASON REVIEWOct. 24 • Graham Stadium • Martin, Tenn.

MURRAY STATE

UT MARTIN

Oct. 31 • Stewart Stadium • Murray, Ky.

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Nov. 7 • Stewart Stadium • Murray, Ky.

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1st Quarter8:01 UTM - McNair 73 yd pass from Thompson (Hansen kick)2:32 MUR - Trotter 10 yd pass from Yantko (Cullen kick)1:!5 UTM - Thompson 1 yd run (Hansen kick)2nd Quarter12:03 MUR - Robertson 26 yd pass from Yantko (Cullen kick)10:20 MUR - Lanigan 0 yd blocked punt return (Cullen kick)1:17 UTM - Hansen 30 yd field goal3rd Quarter12:17 UTM - Shiver 19 yd pass from Thompson (Hansen kick)8:45 MUR - Cullen 37 yd field goal5:33 UTM - Barnes 10 yd run (Hansen kick)4th Quarter8:16 UTM - Young 1 yd run (Hansen kick)

Team Statistics MUR UTMFirst Downs 12 22Rush Att.-Net Yards 32-39 50-252Passing C-A-Int. 18-28-0 13-20-0Net Passing Yards 156 254Offensive Plays 60 70Total Offense 195 506Fumbles-Lost 1-0 1-0Penalties/-Yards 4-53 4-15Punts-Average 7-41.0 3-24.33rd Down Conversion 7-17 5-11Time of Possession 28:44 31:16

RushingMUR-Jordan 22-54, Harris 1-5, Yantko 9-(-20); UTM-Barnes 15-125, Young 23-99, McNair 8-37, Thompson 4-(-9).PassingMUR-Yantko 18-28-0-156; UTM- Thompson 13-20-254-0.ReceivingMUR-Harris 9-75, Robertson 3-38, Daniels 2-14, Nelson 2-8, Townsel 1-11, Trotter 1-10; UTM-Hicks 4-56, McNair 2-77, Shiver 2-39, Buchanan 2-34, Milligan 2-30, Perry 1-18.ATT: 3,140

MARTIN, Tenn. -- Murray State could not hold onto a four-point halftime lead as UT Martin put together a 99-yard scoring drive midway through the fourth quarter to hand the Racers a 38-24 defeat.

The Racers had an answer to the Skyhawk score as MSU together a 14-play drive that saw the Racers convert three third downs and one fourth down. The drive culminated with Nico Yantko finding Ja-Vonta Trotter across the middle for a 10-yard touchdown.

The Racers tied the game as they put together a nine-play drive that covered 69 yards. The drive ended as Yantko found Patrick Robertson for a 26-yard touchdown pass down the right sideline.

The Racer defense rose to the occasion on the next Skyhawk possession as pressure forced a second-down incompletion and Lamar Theus sacked Thompson on third down. UTM attempted to punt, but Taylor Lanigan had other ideas as he came around right end and blocked the punt before falling on it in the endzone for the third touchdown of his career.

The Racers final score came midway through the third quarter as Kienan Cullen connected on a 37-yard field goal.

Scoring Summary 1 2 3 4 FEastern Illinois 0 10 0 6 16Murray State 7 0 0 3 10

1st Quarter12:43 MUR - Jordan 3 yd run (Cullen kick)2nd Quarter8:19 EIU - Haynes 34 yd interception return (Signor kick)0:28 EIU - Signor 37 yd field goal4th Quarter13:03 MUR - Cullen 29 yd field goal8:58 EIU - Signor 37 yd field goal6:02 EIU - Signor 36 yd field goal

Team Statistics EIU MURFirst Downs 12 10Rush Att.-Net Yards 39-97 34-41Passing C-A-Int. 9-22-0 16-28-1Net Passing Yards 121 127Offensive Plays 61 62Total Offense 218 168Fumbles-Lost 2-1 5-1Penalties/-Yards 4-35 4-30Punts-Average 8-46.0 9-42.03rd Down Conversion 2-12 4-17Time of Possession 29:51 30:09

RushingMUR-Jordan 14-38, Harris 6-21, Durrante 2-5, Yantko 11-(-17); EIU-Walker 8-55, Williams 10-46, Potempa 12-41, Reynolds 2-(-2), Christensen 5-(-40).PassingMUR-Yantko 16-28-127-1; EIU-Christensen 9-22-121-0.ReceivingMUR-Townsel 6-51, Harris 4-22, Robertson 2-24, Jordan 2-15, Nelson 1-8, Daniels 1-7; EIU-Ricks 3-56, Potempa 3-16, Wright 2-19, Whittaker 1-30.ATT: 2,444

MURRAY, Ky. -- The Murray State defense allowed just 218 total yards and did not allow a touchdown against #19 Eastern Illinois, but a an interception return for a touchdown in the second quarter proved to be the difference as the Panthers walked out of Stewart Stadium with a 16-10 victory in a defensive battle.

The defense allowed just 97 yards on the ground, and 121 yards through the air, as they did not allow a touchdown for the first time this season and held the Panthers to just 2-of-12 on third down.

The Racers used their special teams to get on the board early as Ja-Vonta Trotter returned a punt 54 yards to set the Racers at the Panther 14-yard line. Charlie Jordan’s second carry of the four-play drive resulted in a three-yard touchdown run.

The Panthers tied the game in the second quarter as Rashad Haynes intercepted a pass and returned it 34 yards for the score. EIU added a 37-yard Austin Signor field goal to take a 10-7 lead into halftime.

Tamar Butler forced a fumble early in the fourth quarter that resulted in a Kienan CUllen 29-yard field goal to tie the game.

The Panthers put together a drive that resulted in the go-ahed points, a 37-yard Signor field goal. A Racer mistake on special teams helped setup Signor’s third field goal of the game, this time from 36 yards out.

Austen Lane finished the game with a pair of sacks, raising his season-total to nine and his career total to 27.0. He needs only one more sack to tie Anthony Hutch’s school-record.

Erik Fennell registered a game-high 12 tackles and Butler added 10 and a forced fumble.

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2nd Quarter12:45 APSU - Stansell 52 yd field goal8:10 APSU - Holt 30 yd run (Stansell kick)0:22 MUR - Nwagbara 25 yd pass from Brockman (Cullen kick)3rd Quarter3:53 MUR - Cullen 34 yd field goal4th Quarter8:05 MUR - Cullen 21 yd field goal5:36 MUR - Jordan 3 yd run (Cullen kick)3:22 MUR - Lane 21 yd interception return (Cullen kick)3:09 APSU - Holt 99 kickoff return (Stansell kick)

Team Statistics APSU MURFirst Downs 11 19Rush Att.-Net Yards 36-101 40-106Passing C-A-Int. 14-25-2 18-33-2Net Passing Yards 192 216Offensive Plays 61 73Total Offense 293 322Fumbles-Lost 1-0 1-1Penalties/-Yards 5-45 5-45Punts-Average 7-37.7 6-38.73rd Down Conversion 1-15 6-16Time of Possession 23:07 36:53

RushingMUR-Jordan 22-69, Durrante 4-23, Harris 4-13, Daniels 1-10, Nwagbara 2-4, Brockman 7-(-13); APSU-Holt 13-77, White 15-40, Spivey 1-8, Jennings 1-4, Forrest 1-1, Ryan 5-(-29).PassingMUR-Brockman 18-33-2-216-1; APSU-Ryan 14-25-2-192-0.ReceivingMUR-Harris 6-84, Townsel 5-55, Nelson 3-40, Jordan 3-12, Nwagbara 1-25; APSU-Mines 7-119, Holt 2-26, Thomas 2-4, Jennings 1-30, Forrest 1-9, White 1-4.ATT: 2,964

MURRAY, Ky. -- Freshman Casey Brockman took his first collegiate snaps and calmly went 18-for-33 for 216 yards and a touchdown in leading Murray State to a 27-17 victory.

The Govs jumped out to the early advantage in the second quarter as Stephen Stansell used the wind to his advantage to hit a 52-yard field goal. APSU stretched the lead when Terrence Holt went over right tackle for a 30-yard touchdown.

The Racer defense helped setup the first points for MSU as Joe Gamsky made a stop on fourth-and-short near midfield with just over 90 seconds to play before the half.

Brockman brought the offense out and connected on a pair of passes before finding Prince Nwagbara for a 25-yard touchdown.

The Racers tied the game on their second possession of the third quarter as an 11-play drive was helped by a roughing the punter penalty. MSU was not able to convert a first down after the penalty and Cullen connected on a 34-yard field goal.

MSU took nearly seven minutes off the clock on their first drive of the fourth as they put together a 14-play drive that netted a Cullen 21-yard field goal.

Townsel setup the next score with a 56-yard punt return and Charlie Jordan went in from three-yards out for TD.

The defense sealed the victory when Austen Lane dropped into coverage and intercepted a pass and returned it 21 yards for the score.

Holt returned the ensuing kickoff 99 yards for the final points of the contest.

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2009 SEASON REVIEWNov. 14 • Houck Stadium • Cape Girardeau, Mo.

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Nov. 21 • Tucker Stadium • Cookeville, Tenn

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Scoring Summary 1 2 3 4 FMurray State 10 0 3 0 13Southeast Missouri 6 14 7 22 49

1st Quarter11:46 MUR - Cullen 40 yd field goal7:40 SEMO - Harris 2 yd run (Huge kick failed)1:17 MUR - Daniels 33 yd pass from Brockman (Cullen kick)2nd Quarter10:23 SEMO - Ahamefule 44 yd pass from Scheible (Huge kick)0:16 SEMO - Scheible 16 yd run (Huge kick)3rd Quarter10:09 SEMO - Ahamefule 75 yd pass from Scheible (Huge kick)4:20 MUR - Cullen 48 yd field goal4th Quarter13:15 SEMO - Harris 2 yd run (Huge kick)11:31 SEMO - Jones 38 yd run (Huge kick)4:33 SEMO - Jones 7 yd run (Powell rush)

Team Statistics MUR SEMOFirst Downs 17 22Rush Att.-Net Yards 29-88 50-302Passing C-A-Int. 20-36-0 7-13-0Net Passing Yards 205 191Offensive Plays 65 63Total Offense 293 493Fumbles-Lost 3-1 1-0Penalties/-Yards 7-70 10-67Punts-Average 7-42.7 5-42.43rd Down Conversion 5-15 6-12Time of Possession 32:28 27:32

RushingMUR-Jordan 18-89, Durrante 4-27, Harris 2-4, Brockman 5-(-32); SEMO-Jones 14-113, Harris 21-99, Scheible 7-48, Peoples 3-24, Celestin 2-14, Grassi 1-5, McKinley 1-1.PassingMUR-Brockman 20-36-0-205-1; SEMO-Scheible 6-12-0-188-2, Harris 1-1-0-3-0.ReceivingMUR-Harris 7-72, Townsel 4-32, Nwagbara 2-42, Daniels 2-36, Nelson 2-10, Jordan 1-9, Robertson 1-3, Trotter 1-1; SEMO-Ahamefule 3-150, Peoples 1-19, cox 1-15, Harris 1-4, Scheible 1 3.ATT: 2,147

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. -- Southeast Missouri rushed for 302 yards and scored 22 unanswered points in handing Murray State a 49-13 defeat at Houck Stadium.

The Racers got on the board first as Kienan Cullen capped off the opening drive with a 40-yard field goal.

After a SEMO touchdown, Casey Brockman drove the Racers down the field and found Rashad Daniels on a 33-yard screen pass for a touchdown.

MSU only managed three points in the second half as a 12-play drive ended with Cullen connecting on a career-long 48 yarder.

The Redhawks ground game took over from there as they rushed for three fourth-quarter touchdowns for the final margin of victory.

Brockman turned in his second-straight strong performance as he went 20-for-36 for 205 yards and a touchdown.

Marcus Harris continued his strong season as he had a game-high seven receptions for 72 yards. Derrick Townsel added 32 yards on four receptions.

Charlie Jordan led the ground attack with 89 yards on 18 carries.

Linebacker Tamar Butler led the defense with 12 tackles, including eight solo stops. Justin Clark added 10 tackles, including a tackle-for-loss and a forced fumble.

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1st Quarter11:12 TTU - Sailes 5 yd run (Donegan kick)4:57 MUR - Jordan 9 yd run (Cullen kick)2:33 TTU - Olverson 5 yd pass from Sweeney (Donegan kick)2nd Quarter4:00 TTU - Barnes 1 yd run (Donegan kick)3rd Quarter10:50 TTU - Barnes 3 yd run (Donegan kick)6:25 TTU - Waters 9 yd pass from Sweeney (Donegan kick)1:09 TTU - Donegan 21 yd field goal4th Quarter8:54 TTU - Wilkerson 4 yd run (Donegan kick)4:11 MUR - Harris 10 yd pass from Brockman (Cullen kick)

Team Statistics MUR TTUFirst Downs 12 25Rush Att.-Net Yards 28-99 51-288Passing C-A-Int. 12-22-1 17-27-0Net Passing Yards 122 153Offensive Plays 50 78Total Offense 221 441Fumbles-Lost 2-2 3-1Penalties/-Yards 5-55 2-20Punts-Average 5-46.8 3-35.73rd Down Conversion 3-9 6-14Time of Possession 24:58 35:02

RushingMUR-Jordan 19-90, Kollenberg 4-9, Harris 2-2, Townsel 1-0, Brockman 2-(-2); TTU-Gay 10-102, Hudson 10-66, Wilkerson 10-54, Sailes 6-50, Barnes 7-9, Ziegler 2-9, Garrett, 1-4, Sweeney 1-1, Lamb1-0, Blair 3-(-7).PassingMUR-Brockman 12-22-1-122-1; TTU- Sweeney 17-27-0-153-0.ReceivingMUR-Harris 6-61, Brockman 2-27, Townsel 2-11, Nel-son 1-14, Daniels 1-9; TTU-Allen 3-42, Olverson 3-14, Ziegler 2-41, Benford 2-26, Gay 2-23, Waters 2-10, Garrett 1-5, Sailes 1-1, Wilkerson 1-(-9).ATT: 3,318

COOKEVILLE, Tenn. -- The Racers concluded an emotional week and season with a 45-14 defeat at Tennessee Tech Saturday afternoon.

MSU answered a first quarter score from the Golden Eagles as Charlie Jordan capped a nine-play drive with a nine-yard touchdown run with just under five minutes remaining in the first quarter.

The Golden Eagles seized control from that point as they scored the next 38 points to putting the game away.

The Racers got back into the scoring column late in the fourth quarter as quarterback Casey Brockman found older brother, Tyler, on a pair of passes that covered 27 yards. The nine-play 56-yard drive ended with Brockman finding Marcus Harris for a 10-yard touchdown pass.

Kienan Cullen continued his solid season on special teams as he averaged 46.8 yards on three punts, including a career-best 72 yard effort.

Austen Lane closed out his great career with 10 tackles, including 1.5 for loss, and a fumble recovery. Fellow senior, Tamar Butler, also added 10 tackles and two pass break-ups. Erik Fennell led the defense with 14 stops.


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Date Opponent W/L Score Att.Sept. 3 Kentucky Wesleyan W 66-10 5,977Sept. 12 @ NC State L 7-65 55,510Sept. 19 @ Missouri State L 10-35 5,530Sept. 26 Eastern Kentucky* L 13-23 5,966Oct. 10 Jacksonville State* L 7-41 5,027Oct. 17 @ Tennessee State* W 9-6 5,572Oct. 24 @ UT Martin* L 24-38 3,142Oct. 31 Eastern Illinois* L 10-16 2,444Nov. 7 Austin Peay* W 27-17 2,964Nov. 14 @ Southeast Missouri* L 13-49 2,147Nov. 21 @ Tennessee Tech* L 14-45 3,318

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Overall Home Away NeutralAll Games 3-8 2-3 1-5 0-0Conference 2-6 1-3 1-3 0-0Non-Conference 1-2 1-0 0-2 0-0

Schedule & Results

Score by Quarters 1 2 3 4 TotalOpponents 76 126 68 75 345Murray State 52 46 30 72 200

Murray State OpponentsSCORING ............................................................ 200 ............................................... 345 Points Per Game ............................................18.2 .............................................. 31.4FIRST DOWNS .................................................. 149 ............................................... 216 Rushing ..............................................................44 ................................................. 124 Passing ...............................................................87 ....................................................80 Penalty ................................................................18 ....................................................12RUSHING YARDAGE ........................................ 747 .............................................2147 Yards gained rushing .................................. 1164 ............................................2501 Yards lost rushing ......................................... 417 ............................................... 354 Rushing Attempts ........................................ 343 ............................................... 517 Average Per Rush ........................................... 2.2 ..................................................4.2 Average Per Game........................................67.9 ............................................195.2 TDs Rushing. ......................................................6 .....................................................24PASSING YARDAGE ........................................ 1784 ............................................2007 Comp-Att-Int ...........................................181-331-13 .........................145-252-10 Average Per Pass ............................................ 5.4 ..................................................8.0 Average Per Catch ......................................... 9.9 ............................................... 13.8 Average Per Game.......................................162.2 ...........................................182.5 TDs Passing .......................................................11 ....................................................18TOTAL OFFENSE ............................................. 2531 ............................................4154 Total Plays ........................................................ 674 ............................................... 769 Average Per Play ............................................ 3.8 ..................................................5.4 Average Per Game.......................................230.1 ...........................................377.6KICK RETURNS: #-Yards .............................58-1371 .....................................36-807PUNT RETURNS: #-Yards ............................ 26-465 ......................................20-256INT RETURNS: #-Yards .................................. 10-43 ......................................... 13-65KICK RETURN AVERAGE ................................23.6 .............................................. 22.4PUNT RETURN AVERAGE ..............................17.9 .............................................. 12.8INT RETURN AVERAGE .................................... 4.3 ..................................................5.0FUMBLES-LOST .............................................. 22-11 ............................................15-4PENALTIES-Yards .......................................... 61-609 ......................................66-538 Average Per Game........................................55.4 .............................................. 48.9PUNTS-Yards .................................................68-2787 .................................. 55-2086 Average Per Punt ..........................................41.0 .............................................. 37.9 Net punt average ..........................................35.5 .............................................. 27.7TIME OF POSSESSION/Game .....................28:24 ...........................................31:093RD-DOWN Conversions ..........................47/157 ......................................50/147 3rd-Down Pct .................................................30% ..............................................34%4TH-DOWN Conversions ............................. 4/13 .......................................... 10/20 4th-Down Pct .................................................31% ..............................................50%SACKS BY-Yards............................................. 27-174 ......................................47-287MISC YARDS .........................................................0 ....................................................... 0TOUCHDOWNS SCORED ................................22 ....................................................46FIELD GOALS-ATTEMPTS............................ 14-17 ............................................9-14ON-SIDE KICKS ..................................................0-1 ................................................. 0-2RED-ZONE SCORES ....................................... 21-23 ......................................... 39-44RED-ZONE TOUCHDOWNS ........................ 12-23 ......................................... 31-44PAT-ATTEMPTS ............................................... 22-22 ......................................... 40-44ATTENDANCE .................................................22378 ........................................ 75219 Games/Avg Per Game ..............................5/4476 ................................... 6/12536 Neutral Site Games ............................................................................................... 0/0

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G Att Gain Loss Net Avg TD Long Avg/GJordan 11 167 642 46 596 3.6 5 49 54.2Nwagbara 9 42 167 4 163 3.9 1 17 18.1Harris 10 18 68 4 64 3.6 0 18 6.4Durrante 11 10 55 0 55 5.5 0 11 5.0Kollenberg 2 8 41 0 41 5.1 0 16 20.5Townsel 10 2 8 0 8 4.0 0 8 0.8Nelson 11 1 1 0 1 1.0 0 0 0.1Daniels 8 2 10 12 -2 -1.0 0 10 -0.2Trotter 10 2 0 6 -6 -3.0 0 0 -0.6Cullen 11 1 0 15 -15 -15.0 0 0 -1.4Yantko 8 52 121 149 -28 -0.5 0 18 -3.5Ehrhardt 4 18 41 86 -45 -2.5 0 9 -11.2Brockman 3 14 10 57 -47 -3.4 0 5 -15.7Team 6 6 0 38 -38 -6.3 0 0 -6.3

Total 11 343 1164 417 747 2.2 6 49 67.9Opponents 11 517 2501 354 2147 4.2 24 40 195.2

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G Effic Cmp-Att-Int Pct Yds TD Long Avg/GYantko 8 97.86 86-156-6 55.1 740 5 26 92.5Brockman 3 109.35 50-91-3 54.9 543 3 33 181.0Ehrhardt 4 105.93 45-84-4 53.6 501 3 51 125.2

Total 11 103.07 181-331-13 54.7 1784 11 51 162.2Opponents 11 140.07 145-252-10 57.5 2007 18 75 182.5

TEAM STATISTICS

Receiving

G No. Yds Avg TD Long Avg/GHarris 10 45 417 9.3 2 26 41.7Townsel 10 44 452 10.3 0 51 45.2Daniels 8 19 206 10.8 1 33 25.8Robertson 11 19 173 9.1 1 26 15.7Nelson 11 18 194 10.8 1 35 17.6Ard 8 11 119 10.8 3 21 14.9Jordan 11 10 61 6.1 0 20 5.5Trotter 10 5 36 7.2 1 11 3.6Nwagbara 9 4 72 18.0 1 33 8.0Estes 11 4 27 6.8 1 18 2.5Brockman, T. 1 2 27 13.5 0 17 27.0

Total 11 181 1784 9.9 11 51 162.2Opponents 11 145 2012 13.9 18 75 182.9

Punt Returns

No. Yds Avg TD LongTownsel 9 217 24.1 0 56Trotter 8 111 13.9 0 54Harris 7 105 15.0 1 75Lanigan 1 32 32.0 1 0Brinkley 1 0 0.0 0 0

Total 26 465 17.9 2 75Opponents 20 256 12.8 0 57

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No. Yds Avg TD LongBrinkley 2 16 8.0 0 16Jean-Baptiste 2 6 3.0 0 14McCall 2 0 0.0 0 0Kutch 1 0 0.0 0 0Davis 1 0 0.0 0 0Clark 1 0 0.0 0 0Lane 1 21 21.0 1 21

Total 10 43 4.3 1 21Opponents 13 65 5.0 1 34

Kick Returns

No. Yds Avg TD LongTownsel 24 545 22.7 0 40Harris 23 617 26.8 1 86Robertson 6 128 21.3 0 33Brinkley 3 68 22.7 0 34Cardenas 1 9 9.0 0 9Nwagbara 1 4 4.0 0 4

Total 58 1371 23.6 1 86Opponents 36 807 22.4 1 99

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No. Yds Avg TD LongMcCall 1 50 50.0 1 50

Total 1 50 50.0 1 50Opponents 2 47 23.5 2 55


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TEAM STATISTICSScoring

TD FGs Kick Rush Rcv Pass DXP Saf PointsCullen 0 14-17 22-22 0-0 0 0-0 0 0 64Jordan 5 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0 0 30Harris 4 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0 0 24Ard 3 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0 0 18Nwagbara 2 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0 0 12McCall 1 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0 0 6Lanigan 1 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0 0 6Robertson 1 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0 0 6Estes 1 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0 0 6Daniels 1 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0 0 6Nelson 1 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0 0 6Trotter 1 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0 0 6Lane 1 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0 0 6Clark 0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0 1 2Team 0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0 1 2

Total 22 14-17 22-22 0-0 0 0-0 0 2 200Opponents 46 9-14 40-44 1-1 0 0-1 0 0 345

All-Purpose Yards

G Rush Rec PR KOR IR Tot Avg/GHarris 10 64 425 105 617 0 1211 121.1Townsel 10 8 432 217 545 0 1202 120.2Jordan 11 596 61 0 0 0 657 59.7Robertson 11 0 173 0 128 0 301 27.4Nwagbara 9 163 72 0 4 0 239 26.6Daniels 8 -2 206 0 0 0 204 25.5Nelson 11 1 186 0 0 0 187 17.0Trotter 10 -6 36 111 0 0 141 14.1Ard 8 0 119 0 0 0 119 14.9Brinkley 10 0 0 0 68 16 84 8.4Durrante 11 55 0 0 0 0 55 5.0Kollenberg 2 41 0 0 0 0 41 20.5Lanigan 9 0 0 32 0 0 32 3.6Brockman, T. 1 0 27 0 0 0 27 27.0Estes 11 0 27 0 0 0 27 2.5Lane 11 0 0 0 0 21 21 1.9Hall 11 0 20 0 0 0 20 1.8Cardenas 8 0 0 0 9 0 9 1.1Jean-Baptiste 10 0 0 0 0 6 6 0.6Cullen 11 -15 0 0 0 0 -15 -1.4Yantko 8 -28 0 0 0 0 -28 -3.5Ehrhardt 4 -45 0 0 0 0 -45 -11.2Brockman 3 -47 0 0 0 0 -47 -15.7Team 6 -38 0 0 0 0 -38 -6.3

Total 11 747 1784 465 1371 43 4410 400.9Opponents 11 2147 2007 256 807 65 5282 480.2

Total Offense

G Plays Rush Pass Total Avg/GYantko 8 208 -28 740 712 89.0Jordan 11 167 596 0 596 54.2Brockman 3 105 -47 543 496 165.3Ehrhardt 4 102 -45 501 456 114.0Nwagbara 9 42 163 0 163 18.1Harris 10 18 64 0 64 6.4Durrante 11 10 55 0 55 5.0Kollenberg 2 8 41 0 41 20.5Townsel 10 2 8 0 8 0.8Nelson 11 1 1 0 1 0.1Daniels 8 2 -2 0 -2 -0.2Trotter 10 2 -6 0 -6 -0.6Cullen 11 1 -15 0 -15 -1.4Team 6 6 -38 0 -38 -6.3

Total 11 674 747 1784 2531 230.1Opponents 11 769 2147 2007 4154 377.6

Punting

No. Yds Avg Long TB FC I20 BlkdCullen 68 2787 41.0 72 6 12 21 0

Total 68 2787 41.0 72 6 12 21 0Opponents 55 2086 37.9 59 5 7 10 1

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Cullen FGM-FGA ................................................ 14-17 Percentage ................................................82.4 1-19 ................................................................0-020-29 .............................................................5-530-39 .............................................................4-440-49 .............................................................5-850-99 .............................................................0-0Long ................................................................48Blocked .............................................................0

Field Goal Sequence Murray State OpponentsKentucky Wesleyan (27),(40),40 (33)@ North Carolina State - (36)@ Missouri State (22) 52,43Eastern Kentucky (31),(46) 44,(23)Jacksonville State - -@ Tennessee State (36),(24),(40) -@ UT Martin (37) (30)Eastern Illinois (29) (37),(37),(36)Austin Peay 40,(34),(21) (52),59@ Southeast Missouri (40),40,(48) -@ Tennessee Tech - 48,(21)

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DEFENSIVE STATISTICSDefensive Leaders

Tackles Pass Def Fumbles Blkd GP Solo Ast Total TFL/Yds Sacks-Yards Int-Yds BrUp QBH Rcv-Yds FF Kick SafButler 11 54 51 105 8.0-39 3.5-25 - 7 1 1-0 1 - -Fennell 11 34 33 67 2.0-10 1.0-9 - 1 - - - - -Lane 11 32 32 64 19.5-84 11.0-57 1-21 2 8 1-0 3 - -Lanigan 9 38 21 59 8.0-18 - - - - - 1 1 -Marshall 10 34 23 57 1.5-4 0.5-3 - 1 - - - - -Kutch 8 21 27 48 3.0-11 1.0-6 1-0 1 - - - - -McCall 11 31 12 43 7.0-27 2.0-16 2-0 3 - 1-50 2 - -Crook 11 15 27 42 11.0-45 3.0-17 - - 3 - - - -Theus 10 18 21 39 6.0-20 2.0-11 - - - 1-0 1 - -Oliver 9 25 13 38 5.5-13 1.0-7 - - 3 - - - -Hall 11 24 13 37 1.0-2 - - 2 - - - - -Clark 11 20 15 35 3.0-12 - 1-0 2 1 - 1 - 1Sinclari 11 18 15 33 4.0-20 1.0-13 - - 2 - - - -Jean-Baptiste 10 21 4 25 - - 2-6 4 - - - - -Brinkley 10 16 7 23 1.0-4 - 2-16 2 - - - 1 -McWherter 11 9 12 21 0.5-1 - - - - - - - -Gamsky 11 8 11 19 2.0-2 - - - 1 - - - -Durham 8 5 10 15 - - - - - - - - -Lewis 5 8 6 14 0.5-1 - - - - - 1 - -Evans 10 5 5 10 2.0-12 1.0-10 - - - - - - -Durrante 11 1 6 7 - - - - - - - - -Koper 8 3 4 7 1.0-1 - - - - - - - -Davis 4 4 2 6 - - 1-0 - - - - - -Maley 3 1 2 3 - - - - - - - - -Ogbevoen 1 2 - 2 - - - - - - - - -Gooch 9 - 2 2 - - - - - - - - -Cardenas 8 2 - 2 - - - - - - - - -Ard 8 2 - 2 - - - - - - - - -Nelson 11 1 1 2 - - - - - - - - -Blakemore 7 2 - 2 - - - - - - - - -Townsel 10 2 - 2 - - - - - - - - -Harris 10 2 - 2 - - - - - - - - -Trotter 10 1 - 1 - - - - - - - - -Jones 5 1 - 1 - - - - - - - - -Hawkins 1 1 - 1 - - - - - - - - -Partain 11 - 1 1 0.5-1 - - - - - - - -Daniels 8 1 - 1 - - - - - - - - -Jordan 11 1 - 1 - - - - - - - - -Team 6 1 - 1 - - - - - - - - 1

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GAME-BY-GAME STATISTICSRushing (Att.-Yards-TD)

Brockman Daniels Durrante Ehrhardt Harris Jordan Nelson Nwagbara Townsel YantkoKentucky Wesleyan --- --- --- --- --- 15-116-2 --- 6-29-1 --- 2-2-0@ NC State --- --- --- 1-(-11)-0 1-18-0 9-15-0 1-1-0 8-18-0 --- 3-(-14)-0@ Missouri State --- --- --- 11-(-17)-0 --- 7-10-0 --- 10-52-0 --- --- Eastern Kentucky --- --- --- 5-(-1)-0 2-1-0 5-0-0 --- 8-15-0 --- 6-(-3)-0Jacksonville State --- 1-(-12)-0 --- --- --- 7-18-0 --- 8-45-0 1-8-0 12-6-0@ Tennessee State --- --- --- --- --- 29-97-0 --- --- --- 9-18-0@ UT Martin --- --- --- --- 1-5-0 22-54-0 --- --- --- 9-(-20)-0 Eastern Illinois --- --- 2-5-0 --- 6-21-0 14-38-1 --- --- --- 11-(-17)-0Austin Peay 7-(-13)-0 1-10-0 4-23-0 --- 4-13-0 22-69-1 --- 2-4-0 --- ---@ Southeast Missouri 5-(-32)-0 --- 4-27-0 --- 2-4-0 18-89-0 --- --- --- ---@ Tennessee Tech 2-(-2)-0 --- --- --- 2-2-0 19-90-1 --- --- 1-0-0 ---

Receiving (Rec.-Yards-TD)

Ard Daniels Estes Harris Jordan Nelson Nwagbara Robertson Townsel TrotterKentucky Wesleyan 2-38-1 --- 1-18-0 2-17-1 1-4-0 --- --- 2-12-0 4-57-0 ---@ NC State 1-2-1 --- --- 1-5-0 1-0-0 1-14-0 1-5-0 1-(-1)-0 2-(-1)-0 1-11-0@ Missouri State --- --- 1-5-0 7-69-0 --- 2-46-1 --- 2-25-0 7-91-0 2-14-0Eastern Kentucky 6-58-1 --- --- 2-3-0 --- 2-14-0 --- 1-6-0 10-109-0 ---Jacksonville State 2-21-0 5-60-0 2-4-1 --- --- 3-29-0 --- 3-37-0 3-36-0 ---@ Tennessee State --- 5-40-0 --- 1-9-0 2-21-0 1-11-0 --- 4-29-0 --- ---@ UT Martin --- 2-14-0 --- 9-75-0 --- 2-8-0 --- 3-38-1 1-11-0 1-10-1Eastern Illinois --- 1-7-0 --- 4-22-0 2-15-0 1-8-0 --- 2-24-0 6-51-0 ---Austin Peay --- --- --- 6-84-0 3-12-0 3-40-0 1-25-1 --- 5-55-0 ---@ Southeast Missouri --- 2-36-1 --- 7-72-0 1-9-0 2-10-0 2-42-0 1-3-0 4-32-0 1-1-0@ Tennessee Tech --- 1-9-0 --- 6-61-1 --- 1-14-0 --- -- 2-11-0 ---

Passing (Comp.-Att.-Int.-Yards-TD)

Ehrhardt Yantko BrockmanKentucky Wesleyan 10-18-0-138-2 2-2-0-4-0 ---@ NC State 1-1-0-5-0 8-19-1-30-1 ---@ Missouri State 21-42-2-250-1 --- ---Eastern Kentucky 13-24-2-108-0 11-18-1-122-1 ---Jacksonville State --- 18-36-3-187-1 ---@ Tennessee State --- 13-25-0-110-0 ---@ UT Martin --- 18-28-0-156-2 ---Eastern Illinois --- 16-28-1-127-0 ---Austin Peay --- --- 18-33-2-216-1@ Southeast Missouri --- --- 20-36-0-205-1@ Tennessee Tech --- --- 12-22-1-122-1

Punting/Field Goals (Punts-Avg./FGM-FGA)

Cullen P FG Kentucky Wesleyan 3-35.7 2-3@ NC State 8-40.9 -@ Missouri State 6-43.0 1-1Eastern Kentucky 5-39.2 2-2Jacksonville State 6-43.8 -@ Tennessee State 6-34.3 3-3@ UT Martin 7-41.0 1-1Eastern Illinois 9-42.0 1-1Austin Peay 6-38.7 2-3@ Southeast Missouri 7-42.7 2-3@ Tennessee Tech 5-46.8 -


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2009 OVC STANDINGS & HONORS

2009 ALL-Ohio Valley Conference First TeamOffense

Pos. Player Cl. SchoolQB Ryan Perrilloux Sr. Jacksonville StateRB Ryan White So. Austin PeayRB Terrence Holt Jr. Austin PeayWR Tim Benford So. Tennessee TechWR James Wilkerson Sr. Jacksonville StateTE DeAngelo Nelson Sr. Murray State C Chaz Millard Sr. Eastern Illinois G Tylor Chambers So. Jacksonville State G Stanley Brooks Sr. Austin Peay T Derek Hardman Sr. Eastern Kentucky T Joe Gibbs Sr. UT Martin

DefensePos. Player Cl. SchoolDL Austen Lane Sr. Murray StateDL Trevor Frericks Sr. Eastern IllinoisDL Andrew Soucy Jr. Eastern KentuckyDL Brandt Thomas Sr. Jacksonville StateLB Alexander Henderson Sr. Jacksonville StateLB Josh Bey Jr. UT MartinLB Daniel Becker Sr. Austin PeayDB Eugene Clifford Jr. Tennessee StateDB T.J. Heath Jr. Jacksonville StateDB Jeremy Caldwell So. Eastern KentuckyDB CJ James Jr. Eastern Illinois

SpecialistsPos. Player Cl. School K Austin Signor Sr. Eastern Illinois P Kienan Cullen So. Murray StateRS Terrence Holt Jr. Austin Peay

OVC Offensive Players of the YearRyan Perrilloux, Jacksonville State

OVC Defensive Player of the YearAusten Lane, Murray State

OVC Freshman of the YearT.J. Pryor, Eastern Kentucky

OVC Coach of the YearBob Spoo, Eastern Illinois

2009 OVC All-Newcomer TeamPos. Player Cl. SchoolQB Jake Christensen Sr. Eastern IllinoisRB Mon Williams Jr. Eastern IllinoisQB T.J. Pryor Fr. Eastern KentuckyWR/RS Alan Bonner Fr. Jacksonville StateDL Torrey Davis Jr. Jacksonville StateWR Greg Smith Sr. Jacksonville StateRB Jamal Young Jr. Jacksonville StateLB Justin Woodlief Jr. Southeast MissouriLB John Jones, Jr. Jr. Tennessee StateOL Slade Adams Fr. Tennessee TechDB Caleb Mitchell Fr. Tennessee TechRB/RS Jason McNair Fr. UT Martin

OVC GAMES OVERALL W-L Pct. Home Away Streak W-L Pct. Home Away StreakxyEastern Illinois 6-2 .750 2-2 4-0 L1 8-4 .667 3-2 5-2 L2Tennessee Tech 5-3 .625 4-0 1-3 W1 6-5 .545 5-0 1-5 W1Eastern Kentucky 5-3 .625 3-1 2-2 L1 5-6 .455 3-2 2-4 L3UT Martin 4-4 .500 3-1 1-3 W1 5-6 .455 4-1 1-5 W1Tennessee State 3-4 .429 1-2 2-2 W1 4-7 .364 1-3 2-3 W1Austin Peay 3-5 .375 2-2 1-3 L1 4-7 .364 3-2 1-5 L1Murray State 2-6 .250 1-3 1-3 L2 3-8 .273 2-3 1-5 L2Southeast Missouri 1-7 .125 1-3 0-4 W1 2-9 .182 2-4 0-5 L1%Jacksonville State 6-1 .857 3-1 3-0 W4 8-3 .727 3-1 5-2 W4

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2009 Final Ohio Valley Conference Standings

2008 ALL-Ohio Valley Conference Second TeamOffense

Pos. Player Cl. SchoolQB Jake Christensen Sr. Eastern IllnoisRB Brandyn Young Sr. UT MartinRB Mon Williams Jr. Eastern IllinoisWR Garnett Phelps Sr. Eastern KentuckyWR Derrick Townsel Sr. Murray StateTE Cory Freeman Jr. Jacksonville State C Reggie Wade Sr. Jacksonville State G Willie Henderson So. Eastern Illinois G Slade Adams Fr. Tennessee Tech T Chris Campbell Sr. Eastern Illinois T Curt Porter Jr. Jacksonville State

DefensePos. Player Cl. SchoolDL Rocky Dee Peeler Sr. Austin PeayDL Perry Burge So. Eastern IllinoisDL Chris Hall Sr. Eastern KentuckyDL Kellen Woodard Sr. Tennessee StateLB Jordan Dalrymple Jr. Eastern KentuckyLB Tamar Butler Sr. Murray StateLB John Jones, Jr. Jr. Tennessee StateDB Kevis Buckley Sr. Austin PeayDB Rashad Haynes Jr. Eastern IllinoisDB Carnell Clark Sr. Jacksonville StateDB Anthony Levine Sr. Tennessee State

SpecialistsPos. Player Cl. School K Kienan Cullen So. Murray State P Doug Spada Jr. Southeast MissouriRS Derrick Townsel Sr. Murray State


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2009 OVC TEAM STATISTICSSCORING OFFENSE G TD XP 2XP DXP FG SAF PTS AVGJacksonville State 11 53 7 46 0 0 0 385 35.0UT Martin 11 42 3 37 1 0 0 300 27.3Tennessee Tech 11 37 3 34 0 0 1 267 24.3Eastern Illinois 12 34 14 34 0 0 1 282 23.5Austin Peay 11 31 9 27 1 0 0 242 22.0Southeast Missouri 11 31 9 25 1 0 0 240 21.8Eastern Kentucky 11 29 8 22 0 0 1 222 20.2Murray State 11 22 14 22 0 0 2 200 18.2Tennessee State 11 23 2 15 0 0 1 161 14.6

RUSHING OFFENSE G ATT YDS AVG TD YDS/GJacksonville State 11 435 2077 4.8 20 188.8Southeast Missouri 11 446 2020 4.5 16 183.6UT Martin 11 443 1830 4.1 26 166.4Austin Peay 11 470 1821 3.9 19 165.5Tennessee State 11 457 1647 3.6 12 149.7Eastern Kentucky 11 415 1492 3.6 20 135.6Eastern Illinois 12 440 1488 3.4 11 124.0Tennessee Tech 11 368 1197 3.3 23 108.8Murray State 11 343 747 2.2 6 67.9

PASS OFFENSE G ATT CMP INT PCT YDS AVG TD YDS/GUT Martin 11 217 362 16 59.9 2673 7.4 16 243.0Jacksonville State 11 177 299 4 59.2 2665 8.9 27 242.3Eastern Kentucky 11 184 323 9 57.0 2364 7.3 7 214.9Eastern Illinois 12 184 327 11 56.3 2288 7.0 19 190.7Tennessee Tech 11 159 276 8 57.6 1891 6.9 13 171.9Murray State 11 181 331 13 54.7 1784 5.4 11 162.2Southeast Missouri 11 144 287 13 50.2 1606 5.6 11 146.0Austin Peay 11 116 255 18 45.5 1368 5.4 6 124.4Tennessee State 11 120 251 15 47.8 1360 5.4 8 123.6

TOTAL OFFENSE G RUSH PASS PLAYS YDS AVG/P TD YDS/GJacksonville State 11 2077 2665 734 4742 6.5 47 431.1UT Martin 11 1830 2673 805 4503 5.6 42 409.4Eastern Kentucky 11 1492 2364 738 3856 5.2 27 350.5Southeast Missouri 11 2020 1606 733 3626 4.9 27 329.6Eastern Illinois 12 1488 2288 767 3776 4.9 30 314.7Austin Peay 11 1821 1368 725 3189 4.4 25 289.9Tennessee Tech 11 1197 1891 644 3088 4.8 36 280.7Tennessee State 11 1647 1360 708 3007 4.2 20 273.4Murray State 11 747 1784 674 2531 3.8 17 230.1

KICKOFF RETURNS G RET YDS TD AVGJacksonville State 11 30 752 1 25.1Eastern Illinois 12 40 960 1 24.0Murray State 11 58 1371 1 23.6Austin Peay 11 58 1305 1 22.5Tennessee Tech 11 43 952 0 22.1Eastern Kentucky 11 37 798 0 21.6Southeast Missouri 11 52 1049 0 20.2UT Martin 11 51 978 0 19.2Tennessee State 11 42 742 0 17.7

PUNTING G NO YDS AVG PR AVG TB NET/PMurray State 11 68 2787 41.0 256 3.8 6 35.5Eastern Kentucky 11 58 2160 37.2 112 1.9 2 34.6Eastern Illinois 12 52 2100 40.4 250 4.8 4 34.0Jacksonville State 11 55 2105 38.3 207 3.8 6 32.3UT Martin 11 47 1644 35.0 68 1.4 3 32.3Austin Peay 11 53 1994 37.6 246 4.6 3 31.8Tennessee State 11 78 2915 37.4 319 4.1 6 31.7Southeast Missouri 11 56 2150 38.4 285 5.1 5 31.5Tennessee Tech 11 67 2414 36.0 257 3.8 5 30.7

SCORING DEFENSE G TD XP 2XP DXP FG SAF PTS AVGJacksonville State 11 24 8 20 0 0 0 188 17.1Tennessee State 11 26 9 25 0 0 0 208 18.9Eastern Illinois 12 35 4 29 0 0 2 255 21.2Eastern Kentucky 11 31 9 25 0 0 1 240 21.8Tennessee Tech 11 37 10 34 0 0 0 286 26.0Southeast Missouri 11 40 6 37 1 0 1 299 27.2Austin Peay 11 41 11 39 0 0 0 318 28.9UT Martin 11 43 8 39 1 0 0 323 29.4Murray State 11 46 9 40 1 0 0 345 31.4

RUSHING DEFENSE G RUSH YDS AVG TD YDS/GTennessee State 11 398 1319 3.3 12 119.9UT Martin 11 383 1348 3.5 16 122.5Austin Peay 11 398 1366 3.4 18 124.2Eastern Kentucky 11 402 1431 3.6 14 130.1Eastern Illinois 12 432 1629 3.8 19 135.8Jacksonville State 11 436 1649 3.8 14 149.9Tennessee Tech 11 469 2142 4.6 22 194.7Murray State 11 517 2147 4.2 24 195.2Southeast Missouri 11 492 2253 4.6 24 204.8

PASS DEFENSE G ATT CMP INT PCT YDS AVG TD YDS/GJacksonville State 11 138 272 9 50.7 1704 6.3 6 154.9Eastern Illinois 12 196 341 11 57.5 2057 6.0 13 171.4Tennessee Tech 11 161 276 15 58.3 1886 6.8 11 171.5Southeast Missouri 11 168 276 11 60.9 2011 7.3 13 182.8Murray State 11 145 252 10 57.5 2012 8.0 18 182.9Tennessee State 11 167 331 12 50.5 2076 6.3 13 188.7Eastern Kentucky 11 197 335 14 58.8 2245 6.7 16 204.1UT Martin 11 195 316 11 61.7 2312 7.3 21 210.2Austin Peay 11 221 346 10 63.9 2513 7.3 20 228.5

TOTAL DEFENSE G RUSH PASS PLAYS YDS AVG/P TD YDS/GJacksonville State 11 1649 1704 708 3353 4.7 20 304.8Eastern Illinois 12 1629 2057 773 3686 4.8 32 307.2Tennessee State 11 1319 2076 729 3395 4.7 25 308.6UT Martin 11 1348 2312 699 3660 5.2 37 332.7Eastern Kentucky 11 1431 2245 737 3676 5.0 30 334.2Austin Peay 11 1366 2513 744 3879 5.2 38 352.6Tennessee Tech 11 2142 1886 745 4028 5.4 33 366.2Murray State 11 2147 2012 769 4159 5.4 42 378.1Southeast Missouri 11 2253 2011 768 4264 5.6 37 387.6

PUNT RETURNS G RET YDS TD AVGMurray State 11 26 465 2 17.9Austin Peay 11 20 297 3 14.9Jacksonville State 11 30 391 1 13.0Tennessee Tech 11 21 227 0 10.8Eastern Kentucky 11 26 182 0 7.0Eastern Illinois 12 22 154 0 7.0UT Martin 11 21 138 0 6.6Southeast Missouri 11 20 116 1 5.8Tennessee State 11 20 106 0 5.3 GAINED LOSTTURNOVER MARGIN G FUM INT TOT FUM INT TOT MAR PER/GJacksonville State 11 18 9 27 8 4 12 +15 1.36Tennessee Tech 11 6 15 21 5 8 13 +8 0.73Southeast Missouri 11 10 11 21 7 13 20 +1 0.09Tennessee State 11 7 12 19 6 15 21 -2 -0.18UT Martin 11 10 11 21 8 16 24 -3 -0.27Eastern Illinois 12 15 11 26 19 11 30 -4 -0.33Eastern Kentucky 11 7 14 21 16 9 25 -4 -0.36Austin Peay 11 12 10 22 9 18 27 -5 -0.45Murray State 11 4 10 14 11 13 24 -10 -0.91


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2009 OVC INDIVIDUAL STATISTICSPASSING G ATT CMP INT PCT. YDS TD AVG/GRyan Perrilloux, JSU 10 138 236 2 58.5 2350 23 235.0Cade Thompson, UTM 11 207 339 15 61.1 2546 16 231.5T.J. Pryor, EKU 11 169 291 8 58.1 2153 6 195.7Jake Christensen, EIU 12 175 300 11 58.3 2204 19 183.7Lee Sweeney, TTU 11 150 253 8 59.3 1768 13 160.7Matt Scheible, SEMO 11 141 284 13 49.6 1596 11 145.1Calvin McNairl, TSU 10 78 147 8 53.1 920 8 92.0Jake Ryan, APSU 9 47 124 10 37.9 593 1 65.9Marques Ivory, JSU 9 39 60 1 65.0 315 4 35.0Cody Watts, EKU 11 15 28 1 53.6 211 1 19.2

RUSHING G ATT YDS AVG TD LONG YDS/GRyan White, APSU 11 230 1081 4.7 4 41 98.3Miguel Barnes, UTM 11 150 843 5.6 12 44 76.6Mon Williams, EIU 12 191 870 4.6 9 65 72.5Terrence Holt, APSU 11 147 793 5.4 13 80 72.1Brandyn Young, UTM 10 175 684 3.9 6 32 68.4Henry Harris, SEMO 11 151 720 4.8 7 47 65.5Calvin McNairl, TSU 10 125 628 5.0 6 77 62.8C.J. Walker, EKU 11 164 686 4.2 9 59 62.4Calvin Middleton, JSU 11 126 629 5.0 6 43 57.2Charlie Jordan-MUR 11 167 596 3.6 5 49 54.2

TOTAL OFFENSE G RUSH PASS PLAYS TOTAL YDS/GRyan Perriloux, JSU 10 443 2350 334 2793 279.3Cade Thompson, UTM 11 -95 2546 362 2451 222.8T.J. Pryor, EKU 11 269 2153 396 2422 220.2Matt Scheible, SEMO 11 487 1596 413 2083 189.4Jake Christensen, EIU 12 -22 2204 366 2182 181.8Calvin McNairl, TSU 10 628 920 272 1548 154.8Lee Sweeney, TTU 11 -149 1768 287 1619 147.2Ryan White, APSU 11 1081 0 230 1081 98.3Miguel Barnes, UTM 11 843 0 150 843 76.6Mon Williams, EIU 12 870 0 191 870 72.5

RECEPTIONS G REC YDS TD LONG AVG/C REC/GGarnett Phelps, EKU 11 58 752 3 61 13.0 68.4 Mike Hicks, UTM 10 46 599 4 65 13.0 59.9 Marcus Harris, MUR 10 45 417 2 26 9.3 41.7 Derrick Townsel, MUR 10 44 452 0 51 10.3 45.2 Cody Watts, EKU 11 41 483 0 29 11.8 43.9 oseph Hills, TSU 11 39 538 3 74 13.8 48.9 Walter Peoples, SEMO 11 38 397 3 37 10.4 36.1 Tim Benford, TTU 10 33 580 2 51 17.6 58.0 James Wilkerson, JSU 11 36 716 6 75 19.9 65.1 Stephen Shiver, UTM 11 33 479 3 40 14.5 43.5

RECEIVING YARDS G REC YDS TD LONG AVG/C YDS/GGarnett Phelps, EKU 11 58 752 3 61 13.0 68.4James Wilkerson, JSU 11 36 716 6 75 19.9 65.1Mike Hicks, UTM 10 46 599 4 65 13.0 59.9Tim Benford, TTU 10 33 580 2 51 17.6 58.0Joseph Hills, TSU 11 39 538 3 74 13.8 48.9Derrick Townsel, MUR 10 44 452 0 51 10.3 45.2Greg Smith, JSU 11 30 485 4 47 16.2 44.1Cody Watts, EKU 11 41 483 0 29 11.8 43.9Stephen Shiver, UTM 11 33 479 3 40 14.5 43.5Marcus Harris, MUR 10 45 417 2 26 9.3 41.7

SCORING G TD FG XPT 2XP PTS PTS/GTerrence Holt, APSU 11 15 0 0 0 90 8.2Miguel Barnes, UTM 11 12 0 0 0 72 6.5Austin Signor, EIU 12 0 14 34 0 76 6.3Patrick Tatum, JSU 11 0 7 46 0 67 6.1Kienan Cullen, MUR 11 0 14 22 0 64 5.8C.J. Walker, EKU 11 9 0 0 0 54 4.9Stephen Stansell, APSU 11 0 9 27 0 54 4.9Ryan Perrilloux, JSU 10 8 0 0 0 48 4.8Mon Williams, EIU 12 9 0 0 0 54 4.5Brandyn Young, UTM 10 7 0 0 0 42 4.2

PUNT RETURNS G RET YDS TD LONG AVGAlan Bonner, JSU 11 27 375 1 64 13.9

KICK RETURNS G RET YDS TD LONG AVGMarcus Harris, MUR 10 23 617 1 86 26.8Terrence Holt, APSU 11 47 1194 1 99 25.4Jeremy Caldwel, EKU 10 24 588 0 49 24.5Tevin Barksdale, UTM 9 18 415 0 61 23.1Derrick Townsel, MUR 10 24 545 0 40 22.7Jacob McKinley, SEMO 11 36 813 0 80 22.6

FIELD GOALS G FG FGA PCT. FG/GKienan Cullen, MUR 11 14 17 82.4 1.27Austin Signor, EIU 12 14 22 63.6 1.17Stephen Stansell, APSU 11 9 15 60.0 0.82Logan O’Connor, EKU 11 8 15 53.3 0.73Patrick Tatum, JSU 11 7 11 63.6 0.64Doug Spada, SEMO 10 4 10 40.0 0.40Tom Hansen, UTM 11 3 7 42.9 0.27Timothy Donegan, TTU 11 3 8 37.5 0.27Robert Vipond, TSU 10 1 3 33.3 0.10

PUNTING G PUNT YDS LONG AVGKevin Cook, EIU 12 50 2100 64 42.0Kienan Cullen, MUR 11 68 2787 72 41.0Doug Spada, SEMO 10 49 2005 57 40.9Patrick Tatum, JSU 11 46 1828 59 39.7Ryan Key, APSU 11 51 1994 59 39.1Taylor Cisneros, TSU 11 76 2915 59 38.4Logan O’Connor, EKU 11 57 2144 57 37.6Joe Hook, UTM 11 41 1504 50 36.7Nick Campbell, TTU 11 30 1095 54 36.5

ALL PURPOSE G RUSH RCV PR KR YDS AVG/GTerrence Holt, APSU 11 793 187 199 1194 2373 215.7Derrick Townsel, MUR 10 8 452 217 545 1222 122.2Marcus Harris, MUR 10 64 417 105 617 1203 120.3Ryan White, APSU 11 1081 86 0 0 1167 106.1James Wilkerson, JSU 11 0 716 0 293 1009 91.7Jason McNair, UTM 9 292 141 33 328 794 88.2Jacob McKinley, SEMO 11 60 0 59 813 932 84.7Jeremy Caldwell, EKU 10 0 0 156 588 828 82.8Miguel Barnes, UTM 11 843 65 0 0 908 82.5Garnett Phelps, EKU 11 8 752 13 107 880 80.0

INTERCEPTIONS G INT YDS TD LONG INT/GJeremy Caldwell, EKU 10 7 84 1 39 0.70T.J. Heath, JSU 11 6 81 2 55 0.55CJ James, EIU 12 5 152 2 79 0.42William Castro, SEMO 10 3 61 1 44 0.30Dustin Dillehay, TTU 11 3 70 1 41 0.27Markei Guy, UTM 11 3 14 0 16 0.27LaDarius Davis, APSU 11 3 0 0 0 0.27Patrick McClellan, EKU 11 3 0 0 0 0.27Richmond Tooley, TTU 11 3 0 0 0 0.27Nathan Brinkley, MUR 10 2 16 0 16 0.20

TACKLES G SOLO AST TOTAL AVG/G SACKAlexander Henderson, JSU 11 56 59 115 10.5 1.0Josh Bey, UTM 11 62 45 107 9.7 6.5Tamar Butler, MUR 11 54 51 105 9.5 3.5Justin Woodlief, SEMO 11 40 53 93 8.5 0.0Daniel Becker, APSU 11 41 51 92 8.4 2.5Nick Nasti, EIU 10 38 45 83 8.3 0.0Amius Smith, APSU 11 46 42 88 8.0 1.0Jordan Dalyrymple, EKU 11 42 43 85 7.7 3.5Bryan Blanfort, SEMO 11 42 37 79 7.2 0.0Dustin Dillehay, TTU 11 39 39 78 7.1 0.0

SACKS G SOLO AST YDS TOTAL AVG/GAusten Lane, MUR 11 11 0 57 11.0 1.00Josh Bey, UTM 11 6 1 47 6.5 0.59Chris Murray, UTM 11 5 1 31 5.5 0.50Kevin Dix, JSU 11 4 2 32 5.0 0.45Perry Burge, EIU 11 5 0 29 5.0 0.45Rodney Fritz, TSU 11 3 2 30 4.0 0.36Rodney Garrott, JSU 11 4 0 24 4.0 0.36Damian Smith, SEMO 11 3 1 39 3.5 0.32Tamar Butler, MUR 11 3 1 25 3.5 0.32Jordan Dalyrymple, EKU 11 3 1 25 3.5 0.32Emory Attig, EKU 11 2 3 20 3.5 0.32Kellen Woodard, TSU 11 2 3 17 3.5 0.32

TACKLES FOR LOSS G SOLO AST YDS TOTAL AVG/GAusten Lane, MUR 11 17 5 84 19.5 1.77Josh Bey, UTM 11 12 9 74 16.5 1.50Trevor Frericks, EIU 12 13 6 41 16.0 1.33Jamal Crook, MUR 11 8 6 45 11.0 1.00Jonathan Utley, UTM 11 8 3 26 9.5 0.86Andrew Soucy, EKU 11 9 1 35 9.5 0.86Daniel Becker, APSU 11 7 4 28 9.0 0.82Kellen Woodard, TSU 11 5 7 32 8.5 0.77John Jones, TSU 10 5 7 18 8.5 0.85Alexander Henderson, JSU 11 6 4 20 8.0 0.73Tamar Butler, MUR 11 6 4 39 8.0 0.73


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RUSHINGATTEMPTSYear Player Att1953 Bobby Mason ........................... 561954 Carl Walker ................................ 921955 No stats available1956 No stats available1957 Jack Morris ................................ 951958 Jack Morris ................................961959 Jack Morris ................................801960 Bud Crafton .............................. 891961 Tony Fioravanti .......................901962 Tommy Glover .......................1381963 Tommy Glover .......................1291964 Tommy Glover .......................1451965 Tom Giannini .........................1241966 Don Faughn ............................. 741967 Russ Hake ................................ 1131968 Russ Hake ................................1841969 Rick Fisher ...............................1561970 Jim Brown ............................... 1131971 Rick Fisher ...............................2241972 George Greenfield ...............2511973 Don Clayton ...........................2421974 Don Clayton ...........................2761975 Art Kennedy ...........................1541976 Mike Dickens ..........................1241977 Danny Lee Johnson .............1221978 Danny Lee Johnson .............2531979 Danny Lee Johnson .............1561980 Nick Nance ..............................1501981 Gino Gibbs ..............................1801982 Ellery Moreland ......................801983 Willie Cannon ........................179

YEAR-BY-YEAR LEADERS1984 Willie Cannon ........................1331985 Rodney Payne .......................1771986 Rodney Payne .......................1921987 Rodney Payne .......................1041988 Michael Proctor ....................1491989 Michael Proctor ....................1481990 Michael Davis ........................1241991 Tremain Lewis........................1071992 Timmy Bland ..........................107 Tremain Lewis........................1071993 Waynee McGowan ..............1481994 Waynee McGowan ..............1611995 Derrick Cullors .......................2871996 Anthony Downs ....................1891997 Anthony Downs ....................2101998 Justin Bivins............................1521999 Jermaine Mannering ..........1692000 Garner Byars........................... 1312001 Garner Byars...........................1432002 Billy Blanchard ......................1792003 Ron Lane..................................1612004 Chad Cook ..............................1872005 Chad Cook .............................. 1412006 Charlie Jordan .......................1242007 Jeff Ehrhardt...........................1462008 Charlie Jordan .......................1392009 Charlie Jordan .......................167

YARDSYear Player Yards1948 Winfred Dill ...........................6021949 Winfred Dill ............................4631950 Phil Foster ...............................5191951 No stats available

1952 Bernie Behrendt ...................3191953 Carl Walker ............................. 4061954 Carl Walker ..............................5961955 Carl Walker ..............................6671956 Dave Bottos ............................5241957 Jack Morris ..............................4691958 Jack Morris ............................. 3841959 Jack Morris ..............................3391960 Bud Crafton ............................ 4111961 Bill Jaslowski ..........................2641962 Tommy Glover .......................5991963 Tommy Glover .......................4701964 Tommy Glover .......................6971965 John Bryant ............................4991966 Don Faughn ...........................3081967 Russ Hake ................................3621968 Russ Hake ................................9121969 Rick Fisher ...............................8711970 Jim Brown ...............................4581971 Rick Fisher ........................... 1,0781972 George Greenfield ............1,1551973 Don Clayton ....................... 1,4031974 Don Clayton ....................... 1,2571975 Larry Jones ............................. 4171976 Tony Franklin .........................2801977 Danny Lee Johnson .............5651978 Danny Lee Johnson ..........1,2171979 Danny Lee Johnson .............6341980 Nick Nance ..............................5661981 Nick Nance ..............................8371982 Ellery Moreland ....................3611983 Willie Cannon ........................7761984 Willie Cannon ........................7281985 Rodney Payne ...................... 9601986 Rodney Payne .......................8731987 Willie Cannon ........................5371988 Michael Proctor ....................5151989 Michael Proctor ....................4511990 Chris Sypho ........................... 4401991 Waynee McGowan ..............4531992 Timmy Bland ......................... 6041993 Waynee McGowan ..............7231994 Waynee McGowan ..............7561995 Derrick Cullors ................... 1,8421996 Anthony Downs ................ 1,0291997 Anthony Downs .................1,0111998 Justin Bivins............................7201999 Jermaine Manning ............. 8882000 Mario Riley ..............................8522001 Billy Blanchard ......................7152002 Billy Blanchard .................. 1,0812003 Ron Lane..................................6762004 Chad Cook ..............................8342005 Chad Cook ..............................6922006 Charlie Jordan ...................... 4482007 Charlie Jordan .......................6012008 Paul McKinnis ........................5562009 Charlie Jordan .......................596

TOUCHDOWNSYear Player TDs1953 John Bohna .................................51954 Carl Walker ...................................51955 No stats available1956 No stats available1957 Don Johnson ..............................51958 Jack Morris ...................................51959 Jack Morris ...................................41960 Bill Jaskowski ..............................61961 Bill George ...................................41962 Tommy Glover ............................6

1963 Tommy Glover ............................61964 Charlie Forrest ............................71965 Tom Giannini ..............................41966 Terry Croom ................................51967 Russ Hake .....................................61968 Russ Hake .....................................51969 Rick Fisher ....................................51970 Rick Fisher ....................................31971 George Greenfield ....................3 Rick Fisher ....................................31972 George Greenfield ....................61973 Don Clayton ................................91974 Don Clayton ................................61975 Larry Jones ..................................31976 Mike Dickens ...............................31977 Austine Perine ............................51978 Danny Lee Johnson ............... 121979 Tony Lester ..................................41980 Lindsey Hudspeth .....................71981 Nick Nance ...................................91982 Tony Moore .................................21983 Willie Cannon .......................... 101984 Bill Bird ..........................................71985 Rodney Payne ..........................111986 Bill Bird ....................................... 101987 Willie Cannon .............................61988 Michael Proctor .........................71989 Patrick White ...............................41990 Michael Davis .............................51991 Tremain Lewis.............................3 Waynee McGowan ...................31992 Timmy Bland ...............................71993 Waynee McGowan ...................41994 David McCann ............................6 Waynee McGowan ...................61995 Derrick Cullors ......................... 171996 Anthony Downs .........................91997 Anthony Downs ...................... 121998 Wilbert Smith .............................51999 Tim Linville ..................................72000 Mario Riley .................................112001 Garner Byars................................82002 Billy Blanchard ........................ 162003 Chad Cook ...................................5 Ron Lane.......................................52004 Chad Cook .................................112005 Steve Chaney ..............................52006 Chad Cook ...................................42007 Jeff Ehrhardt................................52008 Charlie Jordan ............................6 Paul McKinnis .............................62009 Charlie Jordan ............................5

RECEIVINGRECEPTIONSYear Player Rec1953 Carl Walker ................................ 111954 Don Heine ................................. 201955 No stats available1956 No stats available1957 Don Sparks ...................................61958 Jack Morris ...................................31959 Three players ...............................61960 Bill Unyi ...................................... 131961 Bill Unyi ...................................... 191962 Gary Foltz .................................. 251963 Jerry Grantham ....................... 241964 Dennis Jackson ........................ 191965 John Watson ............................. 451966 Wayne Wilson........................... 341967 Harvey Tanner .......................... 88Don Clayton


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YEAR-BY-YEAR LEADERS1968 Gerald Youg .............................. 441969 Jack Wolf .................................... 421970 Billy Hess .................................... 26 Jack Wolf .................................... 261971 Jeff Votaw .................................. 121972 Jeff Votaw .................................. 231973 Bill Farrell ................................... 341974 Garry Brumm ........................... 171975 Willie DeLoach ......................... 231976 Garry Brumm ........................... 17 David Thomas .......................... 171977 David Thomas .......................... 291978 David Thomas .......................... 351979 Anthony Robbins.................... 22 Kris Robbins .............................. 221980 Anthony Robbins.................... 251981 Nick Nance ................................ 161982 Stan Trice ................................... 361983 Lee MCormick .......................... 311984 Lee McCormick ........................ 391985 Lee McCormick ........................ 521986 Stanley Howard ....................... 301987 Stanley Howard ....................... 311988 Glen Arterburn ........................ 301989 Glen Arterburn ........................ 38 James Huff ................................ 381990 James Huff ................................ 301991 David Redmond ...................... 251992 David Remond ......................... 301993 Waynee McGowan ................. 331994 Timmy Bland ............................ 291995 Kwabene Idelette ................... 401996 Reggie Swinton ....................... 661997 Reggie Swinton ....................... 351998 Terrance Tillman ...................... 411999 Joe Perez .................................... 642000 Shaun Boykins ......................... 562001 Marcus Christon ...................... 502002 DeAndre Green ....................... 692003 DeAndre Green ....................... 572004 Daniel Rumley ......................... 362005 Daniel Rumley ......................... 402006 Rod Harper ................................ 482007 Rod Harper ............................... 572008 Marcus Harris ........................... 612009 Marcus Harris ........................... 45

YARDSYear Player Yards1953 Carl Walker ..............................1901954 Don Heine ...............................3761955 Don Heine ...............................3761956 Don Heine ...............................2721957 Don Sparks ................................ 861958 Jim Barton ................................. 401959 Buddy Searcy .........................1711960 Gary Foltz ................................1161961 Bill Unyi ....................................2511962 Gary Foltz ................................3531963 Jerry Grantham .....................4081964 Dennis Jackson ......................3491965 John Watson ...........................5931966 Wayne Wilson.........................5541967 Harvey Tanner ........................9961968 Gerald Young .........................5831969 Jack Wolf ..................................5891970 Jack Wolf ..................................3731971 Bill Farrell .................................2821972 Jeff Votaw ................................3521973 Bill Farrell .................................612

1974 Willie DeLoach .......................2661975 Willie DeLoach .......................4051976 David Thomas ........................2191977 David Thomas ........................4071978 David Thomas ........................4711979 Anthony Robbins..................4001980 Anthony Robbins..................5331981 John Walsh ..............................3851982 Stan Trice .................................5461983 Lee McCormick ......................4491984 Lee McCormick ......................6191985 Lee McCormick ......................7691986 Stanley Howard .....................8181987 Stanley Howard .....................6821988 Glen Arterburn ......................5781989 Glen Arterburn ......................6501990 James Huff ..............................3931991 David Redmond ....................3981992 David Redmond ....................6271993 Matt Hall ..................................6021994 Matt Hall ..................................6291995 Kwabene Idelette .................7271996 Reginald Swinton ............. 1,0421997 Reginald Swinton .................6421998 Terrence Tillman ....................6701999 Terrence Tillman ................ 1,0572000 Michael Slater ........................8192001 Michael Slater ........................6002002 Deandre Green .................. 1,0022003 Deandre Green ......................8472004 Daniel Rumley .......................5782005 Maurice Marchman ..............5042006 Rod Harper ..............................5732007 Rod Harper ..............................7792008 Derrick Townsel .....................6672009 Derrick Townsel .....................452

TOUCHDOWNSYear Player TDs1953 Three playes ................................11954 Heine ..............................................21955 No stats available1956 No stats available1957 Three players ...............................11958 Kaiser .............................................21959 Three players ...............................11960 Three players ...............................11961 Bill Unyi .........................................31962 Gary Foltz .....................................41963 Jerry Grantham ..........................41964 Dennis Jackson ...........................51965 John Watson ................................41966 Wayne Wilson..............................41967 Gerald Young ..............................71968 Billy Hess .................................... 131969 Rick Fisher ....................................61970 Billy Hess .......................................3 Jack Wolf .......................................31971 Bill Farrell ......................................31972 Three players ...............................11973 Bill Farrell ......................................51974 Douglas Sanders ........................31975 Willie DeLoach ............................21976 David Thomas .............................31977 Kris Robbins .................................3 David Thomas .............................31978 Greg King .....................................51979 Six players ....................................11980 Anthony Robbins.................... 251981 John Walsh ...................................5

1982 Stan Trice ......................................31983 Chuck Cummings ......................21984 Lee McCormick ...........................51985 Stanley Howard ..........................61986 Stanley Howard ..........................3 1987 Stanley Howard ..........................31988 James Huff ...................................51989 Glen Arterburn ...........................91990 James Huff ...................................1 Rick Miller .....................................1 Kris Minnich .................................11991 Rick Miller .....................................31992 David Redmond .........................31993 Matt Hall .......................................4 Norman Mason ..........................41994 Matt Hall .......................................71995 Derrick Cullors ............................4 Kwabene Idelette ......................41996 Jesse Jones...................................8 Reggie Swinton ..........................81997 Reggie Swinton ..........................71998 Terrance Tillman .........................71999 Terrance Tillman ...................... 142000 Michael Slater .............................72001 Michael Slater .............................52002 De Andre Green .........................62003 DeAndre Green ..........................62004 Daniel Rumley ............................62005 Maurice Marchman ...................62006 Rod Harper ...................................82007 Rod Harper ............................... 102008 Marcus Harris ..............................62009 Daniel Ard ....................................3

PASSINGATTEMPTSYear Player Att1953 Ray Lafser .................................. 501954 Rennie Phillips ......................... 671955 No stats available1956 No stats available1957 Jere Stripling ............................ 441958 Buddy Parker ............................ 361959 Wade Harper ............................ 621960 Tony Fioravanti ......................1261961 Tony Fioravanti ......................1411962 Tony Fioravanti ......................1591963 Tony Fioravanti ......................1571964 Charlie Forrest .......................1501965 Charlie Forrest .......................1851966 Toby Thomason .....................1631967 Larry Tillman ...........................3801968 Larry Tillman ...........................2661969 Matt Haug ...............................3111970 Garnett Scott ..........................1521971 Garnett Scott ............................ 761972 Mike Hobbie ............................. 911973 Tom Pandolfi ..........................2141974 Tom Pandolfi ..........................1691975 Mike Hobbie ...........................2181976 Mike Dickens ..........................1581977 Mike Dickens ..........................1361978 Mike Dickens ..........................1901979 Ricky Ray ..................................1561980 Gino Gibbs ..............................1751981 Gino Gibbs ..............................187

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1982 Winston Ford ..........................2151983 Kevin Sisk .................................2591984 Kevin Sisk .................................2271985 Kevin Sisk .................................2401986 Michael Proctor .....................2431987 Michael Proctor .....................2871988 Michael Proctor .....................2771989 Michael Proctor .....................3751990 Kevin Proctor ..........................1321991 Tremain Lewis ........................2391992 Tremain Lewis ........................1741993 Butch Mosby ..........................1501994 Benji Bona ...............................1511995 Mike Cherry ............................2751996 Mike Cherry ............................3651997 Dan Loyd .................................3061998 Justin Fuente ..........................3931999 Justin Fuente ..........................4002000 Stewart Childress ..................3922001 Stewart Childress ..................3522002 Stewart Childress ..................2662003 Stephen Hatchell ..................2492004 Adam Fisher............................2182005 Ryne Salyer .............................1942006 Zach Barnard ..........................2772007 Jeff Ehrhardt ...........................3932008 Jeff Ehrhardt ...........................2662009 Nico Yantko .............................156

COMPLETIONSYear Player Comp1953 Ray Lafser .................................. 191954 Rennie Phillips ......................... 281955 No stats available

1956 No stats available1957 Jere Stripling ............................ 191958 Buddy Parker ............................ 131959 Wade Harper ............................ 181960 Tony Fioravanti ........................ 581961 Tony Fioravanti ........................ 771962 Tony Fioravanti ........................ 831963 Tony Fioravanti ........................ 811964 Charlie Forrest ......................... 641965 Charlie Forrest ......................... 831966 Toby Thomason ....................... 801967 Larry Tillman ...........................1901968 Larry Tillman ...........................1371969 Matt Haug ...............................1611970 Garnett Scott ............................ 631971 Garnett Scott ............................ 381972 Mike Hobbie ............................. 35 Tom Pandolfi ............................ 351973 Tom Pandolfi ..........................1041974 Tom Pandolfi ............................ 811975 Mike Hobbie ............................. 991976 Mike Dickens ............................ 601977 Mike Dickens ............................ 741978 Mike Dickens ............................ 931979 Ricky Ray .................................... 761980 Gino Gibbs ................................ 791981 Gino Gibbs ................................ 921982 Winston Ford ............................ 941983 Kevin Sisk .................................1411984 Kevin Sisk .................................1081985 Kevin Sisk .................................1331986 Michael Proctor .....................1221987 Michael Proctor .....................1521988 Michael Proctor .....................132

YEAR-BY-YEAR LEADERS1989 Michael Proctor .....................1921990 Kevin Proctor ............................ 521991 Tremain Lewis .......................... 971992 Tremain Lewis .......................... 621993 Butch Mosby ............................ 811994 Benji Bona ................................. 731995 Mike Cherry ............................1661996 Mike Cherry ............................1991997 Dan Loyd .................................1441998 Justin Fuente ..........................2181999 Justin Fuente ..........................2402000 Stewart Childress ..................2302001 Stewart Childress ..................1882002 Stewart Childress ..................1692003 Stephen Hatchell ..................1312004 Adam Fisher............................1202005 Ryne Salyer ............................... 972006 Zach Barnard ..........................1562007 Jeff Ehrhardt ...........................2362008 Jeff Ehrhardt ...........................1692009 Nico Yantko ............................... 86

YARDSYear Player Yards1948 Danny Wales ...........................1121949 Danny Wales ...........................1381950 Phil Foster .................................. 181951 No stats available1952 Ray Lafser ................................3051953 Ray Lafser ................................3051954 Rennie Phillips .......................5871955 Rennie Phillips .......................3321956 Rennie Phillips .......................3491957 Jere Stripling ..........................3751958 Buddy Parker ..........................1891959 Buddy Parker ..........................2691960 Tony Fioravanti ......................6051961 Tony Fioravanti ......................8581962 Tony Fioravanti .................. 1,0551963 Tony Fioravanti .................. 1,0441964 Charlie Forrest .......................9751965 Charlie Forrest ................... 1,0441966 Toby Thomason ................. 1,1021967 Larry Tillman ....................... 2,3001968 Larry Tillman ....................... 2,2061969 Matt Haug ........................... 2,3271970 Garnett Scott ..........................8461971 Garnett Scott ..........................5111972 Mike Hobbie ...........................5721973 Tom Pandolfi ...................... 1,6211974 Tom Pandolfi ..........................9171975 Mike Hobbie ....................... 1,3291976 Mike Dickens ..........................6591977 Mike Dickens ..........................8281978 Mike Dickens ...................... 1,1901979 Ricky Ray ..................................9521980 Gino Gibbs .......................... 1,2431981 Gino Gibbs .......................... 1,3101982 Winston Ford ...................... 1,1111983 Kevin Sisk ............................. 1,7521984 Kevin Sisk ............................. 1,5241985 Kevin Sisk ............................. 1,6411986 Michael Proctor ................. 1,7681987 Michael Proctor ................. 2,3751988 Michael Proctor ................. 1,9871989 Michael Proctor ................. 2,8121990 Kevin Proctor ..........................6801991 Tremain Lewis .................... 1,3571992 Tremain Lewis .................... 1,0201993 Butch Mosby ...................... 1,091

1994 Benji Bona ........................... 1,0341995 Mike Cherry ........................ 2,0841996 Mike Cherry ........................ 2,4061997 Dan Loyd ............................. 1,9151998 Justin Fuente ...................... 2,8951999 Justin Fuente ...................... 3,4972000 Stewart Childress .............. 2,9282001 Stewart Childress .............. 2,0792002 Stewart Childress .............. 1,8942003 Stephen Hatchell .............. 1,4412004 Adam Fisher........................ 1,4852005 Ryne Salyer ......................... 1,0622006 Zach Barnard ...................... 1,5832007 Jeff Ehrhardt ....................... 2,5672008 Jeff Ehrhardt ....................... 1,8852009 Nico Yantko .............................740

TOUCHDOWNSYear Player TDs1953 Ray Lafser .....................................31954 Rennie Phillips ............................31955 No stats available1956 No stats available1957 Jere Stripling ...............................21958 Buddy Parker ...............................1 Wade Harper ...............................11959 Buddy Parker ...............................31960 Tony Fioravanti ...........................31961 Tony Fioravanti ...........................51962 Tony Fioravanti ...........................61963 Tony Fioravanti ...........................61964 Charlie Forrest ......................... 111965 Charlie Forrest ............................91966 Larry Tillman ................................31967 Larry Tillman ............................. 181968 Larry Tillman ............................. 231969 Matt Haug ................................. 191970 Garnett Scott ...............................81971 Garnett Scott ...............................61972 Mike Hobbie ................................2 Tom Pandolfi ...............................21973 Tom Pandolfi ............................ 101974 Tom Pandolfi ...............................91975 Mike Hobbie ................................51976 Mike Dickens ...............................31977 Mike Dickens ...............................61978 Mike Dickens ...............................71979 Ricky Ray .......................................41980 Gino Gibbs ................................ 101981 Gino Gibbs ...................................81982 Winston Ford ...............................61983 Kevin Sisk ......................................51984 Kevin Sisk ................................... 121985 Kevin Sisk ................................... 131986 Michael Proctor ....................... 121987 Michael Proctor ....................... 121988 Michael Proctor ..........................91989 Michael Proctor ....................... 221990 Kevin Proctor ...............................21991 Tremain Lewis .............................91992 Tremain Lewis .............................31993 Cory Rodney ................................61994 Herman Taylor ............................71995 Mike Cherry .............................. 181996 Mike Cherry .............................. 181997 Dan Loyd ................................... 141998 Justin Fuente ............................ 231999 Justin Fuente ............................ 272000 Stewart Childress .................... 202001 Stewart Childress .......................9

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2002 Stewart Childress .................... 142003 Stephen Hatchell .......................72004 Adam Fisher.................................72005 Ryne Salyer ..................................82006 Zach Barnard ............................ 112007 Jeff Ehrhardt ............................. 212008 Jeff Ehrhardt ............................. 112009 Nico Yantko ..................................5

SCORINGYear Player Tackles1948 Joe Bronson .............................. 421949 Winfred Dill ............................... 301950 Phil Foster .................................. 421951 No stats available1952 Bernie Behrendt ...................... 451953 John Bohna ............................... 361954 Carl Walker ................................ 371955 Carl Walker ................................ 541956 Dave Bottos .............................. 491957 Don Johnson ............................ 301958 Jack Morris ................................ 301959 Jack Morris ................................ 301960 Bill Jaslowski ............................. 361961 Bill George................................. 241962 Tommy Glover ......................... 361963 Charlie Forrest ......................... 381964 Charlie Forrest ......................... 591965 John Watson ............................. 421966 Terry Croom .............................. 301967 Russ Hake .................................. 42 Gerald Young ........................... 421968 Billy Hess .................................... 781969 Rick Fisher ................................. 661970 Jim Brown ................................. 261971 Stan Watts ................................. 481972 George Greenfield .................. 361973 Don Clayton ............................. 54

1974 Steve Martin ............................. 471975 Edmodi Amagwula ................ 341976 Hank LaGorce........................... 361977 Austine Perine ......................... 301978 Danny Lee Johnson ............... 721979 Lindsey Hudspeth .................. 541980 David Tuck ................................. 561981 Nick Nance ................................ 541982 Jeff Lancaster ........................... 391983 Willie Cannon ........................... 661984 Paul Hickert .............................. 711985 Rodney Payne .......................... 681986 Paul Hickert .............................. 611987 Paul Hickert .............................. 871988 Greg Duncan ............................ 601989 Greg Duncan ................. .......... 581990 Michael Davis .......................... 301991 Chris Dill .................................... 341992 Timmy Bland ............................ 481993 Chris Dill ..................................... 591994 Matt Hall .................................... 421995 Derrick Cullors .......................1201996 Rob Hart ...................................1121997 Anthony Downs ...................... 721998 Greg Miller ................................ 751999 Terrence Tillman ...................... 842000 Mario Riley ................................ 722001 Shane Andrus .......................... 662002 Billy Blanchard ......................... 962003 Jesse Ohliger ............................ 632004 Chad Cook ................................. 662005 Maurice Marchman ................ 362006 Rod Harper ................................ 502007 Rod Harper ................................ 602008 Kienan Cullen ........................... 692009 Kienan Cullen ........................... 64

DEFENSETACKLESYear Player Tackles1967 Doc Sanders ............................. 671968 Sam Tandy ................................. 631969 Frank Head ..............................1581970 Frank Head ..............................1431971 No stats available1972 Paul Coltharp ........................... 76 Jerry Stanley ............................. 761973 Bruce Farris .............................1061974 Alfred Caldwell ......................1311975 Larry Jasper .............................. 761976 Al Martin .................................... 731977 Eddie McFarland ..................... 941978 Bruce Martin ...........................1181979 Richard Lanpher....................1201980 Jeff Gardner ............................1171981 Donald White .........................1601982 Glenn Jones ............................1351983 Dan Coleman .........................1161984 Dan Coleman .........................1151985 Tony Woodie...........................1121986 Tony Woodie...........................1111987 Jon Tharpe ..............................1391988 Danny Amato .........................1311989 Danny Amato .........................1491990 Reggie Kennedy ....................1501991 Martin Diehl.............................. 891992 Kevin Gibbs .............................1001993 Anthony Hutch ........................ 691994 Chad Gann ................................ 811995 Ronnie Merritt ......................... 831996 Ronnie Merritt ......................... 941997 Kenny Thomas .......................1031998 Beau Guest ..............................1141999 Jai Williams................................ 952000 Beau Guest ..............................1062001 Travis Hampton ....................... 782002 Bobby Sanders ........................ 962003 Bobby Sanders ........................ 922004 Rohan Godson ......................... 862005 Nathan Williams ....................1032006 J.R. Webber .............................1062007 Tamar Butler ............................. 792008 Nathan Williams ....................1792009 Tamar Butler ...........................105

SACKSYear Player Sacks1987 Kent Lapa ................................. 7.51988 Jamie Lowicz ........................... 9.01989 Jeff Urbano .............................. 7.01990 Robby Lanon ........................... 7.01991 Robert Sillman ........................ 6.01992 Three players ........................... 3.01993 Anthony Hutch ....................... 9.51994 Jeff Hornack ............................. 3.51995 Ronnie Merritt ........................ 5.51996 Renardo Hampton ..............10.51997 Marcus Stepp .......................... 7.51998 Marcus Stepp ........................10.51999 Kareem Vaughn ...................... 5.52000 Phillip Wasson ......................... 3.52001 Zelber Johnson ...................... 3.02002 Brian Moss ................................ 3.52003 Marcus White .......................... 7.02004 Marcus White .......................... 3.02005 Adam Speeg ............................ 3.52006 Nathan Williams ..................... 3.0

2007 Tamar Butler ............................ 5.02008 Austen Lane ...........................12.02009 Austen Lane ...........................11.0

INTERCEPTIONSYear Player INTs1959 Wade Harper ...............................21960 No stats available1961 Robert Hines ...............................2 Buddy Parker ...............................21962 Dennis Jackson ...........................31963 Dennis Jackson ...........................51964 Clyde Adkins ...............................4 Dennis Jackson ...........................41965 Bill Green ......................................51966 Bill Green ......................................3 Harvy Tanner ...............................31967 Four players .................................21968 Lennie Jexik .................................51969 Jimmy Harrell ..............................6 Bud Qualk .....................................61970 Three players ...............................41971 Larry Brock ...................................41972 Paul Coltharp ..............................3 Bruce Farris ..................................31973 Paul Coltharp ..............................2 Don Hettich .................................21974 Bruce Walker................................81975 Eddie McFarland ........................51976 Bruce Walker................................51977 Roy Hackley .................................4 Eddie McFarland ........................41978 Jerry Powell .................................31979 Greg Evans ...................................51980 Lamar Williams ...........................31981 Gregg Evans ................................4 Ronald Hopkins ..........................41982 Ronald Hopkins ..........................31983 Ralph Robinson ..........................51984 Ralph Robinson ..........................81985 James Yarbrough .......................51986 Three players ...............................21987 Tim Broady ...................................51988 Tim Broady ...................................2 Shelton Burruss ..........................21989 William Hoston ...........................4 Xavier Pope ..................................41990 Beau Brown .................................41991 William Hoston ...........................41992 Six players ....................................11993 Jermaine Scott ............................51994 William Hampton ......................41995 William Hampton ......................81996 William Hampton ......................61997 Kenny Thomas ............................51998 Tony Esters ...................................3 Chauncey McGee ......................31999 Three players ...............................22000 Beau Guest ...................................42001 Jeremy Davis ...............................42002 Mandrell Jones ...........................42003 Michael Hanley ...........................52004 Onsha Whitaker ..........................72005 Derrick Parrott ............................32006 Dominic Spinks ..........................42007 Three players ...............................22008 Lamar Hall ....................................3 Will Werner ...................................32009 Three players ...............................2

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SEASON RECORDSWINSYear Record1996 ..................................................................... 11-2-01995 ..................................................................... 11-1-01984 ........................................................................9-2-01980 ........................................................................9-2-01979 ........................................................................9-2-11974 ........................................................................9-2-01948 ........................................................................9-1-11933 ........................................................................9-0-01928 ........................................................................9-0-11981 ........................................................................8-3-01951 ........................................................................8-1-01937 ........................................................................8-1-1

TOTAL PLAYS Year Plays1996 ...........................................................................9332007 ...........................................................................8811995 ...........................................................................8742003 ...........................................................................8412002 ...........................................................................8332008 ...........................................................................8301991 ...........................................................................8201989 ...........................................................................8172004 ...........................................................................8102000 ...........................................................................798

TOTAL YARDS Year Yards1995 .......................................................................5,5661996 .......................................................................5,4271999 .......................................................................5,1752000 .......................................................................4,9822002 .......................................................................4,7992007 .......................................................................4,6361989 .......................................................................4,4431998 .......................................................................4,2962004 .......................................................................4,2582008 .......................................................................4,247

TOTAL YARDS/GAME Year Yards1999 .......................................................................470.51995 .......................................................................463.82000 .......................................................................452.92007 .......................................................................421.51996 .......................................................................417.51989 .......................................................................403.92002 .......................................................................399.91998 .......................................................................390.52001 .......................................................................389.02004 .......................................................................387.1

TOTAL POINTS Year Points1996 ...........................................................................4581995 ...........................................................................4551928 ...........................................................................4281999 ...........................................................................4152002 ...........................................................................3822000 ...........................................................................3661981 ...........................................................................3291998 ...........................................................................3131984 ...........................................................................3112007 ...........................................................................292

TOTAL POINTS/GAME Year Points1928 ..........................................................................42.81995 ..........................................................................37.91999 ..........................................................................37.71996 ..........................................................................35.22000 ..........................................................................33.32002 ..........................................................................31.81981 ..........................................................................29.91998 ..........................................................................28.51984 ..........................................................................28.31933 ..........................................................................28.3

FIRST DOWNSYear First Downs1995 ...........................................................................2741996 ...........................................................................2711999 ...........................................................................2682007 ...........................................................................2671990 ...........................................................................2652002 ...........................................................................2422000 ...........................................................................2421962 ...........................................................................2331989 ...........................................................................2212008 ...........................................................................219

RUSHING ATTEMPTS Year Attempts1995 ...........................................................................5781976 ...........................................................................5741981 ...........................................................................5602002 ...........................................................................5571992 ...........................................................................5442004 ...........................................................................5341991 ...........................................................................5281978 ...........................................................................5281958 ...........................................................................5121986 ...........................................................................507

RUSHING YARDS Year Yards1995 .......................................................................3,0342002 .......................................................................2,8491996 .......................................................................2,5381981 .......................................................................2,4352004 .......................................................................2,4131992 .......................................................................2,1711991 .......................................................................2,0502005 .......................................................................2.0241958 .......................................................................2,0021973 .......................................................................1,978

RUSHING YARDS/GAMEYear Yards1948 .......................................................................260.41995 .......................................................................252.82002 .......................................................................237.41981 .......................................................................221.42004 .......................................................................219.41978 .......................................................................203.31958 .......................................................................200.21953 .......................................................................198.61973 .......................................................................197.81992 .......................................................................197.4

RUSHING TOUCHDOWNS Year Attempts1995 .............................................................................362002 .............................................................................352004 .............................................................................291996 .............................................................................292000 .............................................................................271978 .............................................................................241999 .............................................................................221985 .............................................................................221954 .............................................................................211986 .............................................................................19

PASSING ATTEMPTS Year Attempts2007 ...........................................................................4381998 ...........................................................................4232008 ...........................................................................4071999 ...........................................................................405 2000 ...........................................................................4031967 ...........................................................................3951989 ...........................................................................3861996 ...........................................................................3832003 ...........................................................................3682006 ...........................................................................356

PASSING COMPLETIONS Year Completions2007 ...........................................................................2622008 ...........................................................................2561999 ...........................................................................2411998 ...........................................................................2362000 ...........................................................................2331996 ...........................................................................2102006 ...........................................................................2051967 ...........................................................................1982003 ...........................................................................1931989 ...........................................................................193

PASSING YARDS Year Yards1996 .......................................................................3,8891999 .......................................................................3,5061998 .......................................................................3,1172000 .......................................................................3,0402007 .......................................................................2,8331989 .......................................................................2,8282008 .......................................................................2,6271995 .......................................................................2,5321967 .......................................................................2,4671987 .......................................................................2,452

PASSING YARDS/GAME Year Yards1999 .......................................................................318.71998 .......................................................................283.42000 .......................................................................276.42007 .......................................................................257.51989 .......................................................................257.11967 .......................................................................246.71969 .......................................................................232.71987 .......................................................................222.91996 .......................................................................222.22008 .......................................................................218.9


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SEASON RECORDSCOMPLETION PERCENTAGE Year Percentage2002 ..........................................................................65.21995 ..........................................................................60.12008 ..........................................................................62.92007 ..........................................................................59.82006 ..........................................................................57.62000 ..........................................................................57.61961 ..........................................................................56,11999 ..........................................................................56.01998 ..........................................................................55.81996 ..........................................................................54.8

PASSING TOUCHDOWNS Year TDs1999 .............................................................................271968 .............................................................................272007 .............................................................................241998 .............................................................................241989 .............................................................................232000 .............................................................................211996 .............................................................................201969 .............................................................................191967 .............................................................................191995 .............................................................................18

INTERCEPTIONS Year INTs1980 ............................................................................... 51962 ............................................................................... 62004 ............................................................................... 72002 ............................................................................... 71988 ............................................................................... 71999 ............................................................................... 91961 ............................................................................... 91958 ............................................................................... 91997 .............................................................................101977 .............................................................................101964 .............................................................................10

POINTS ALLOWED Year Points1925 ............................................................................... 91932 .............................................................................191933 .............................................................................251928 .............................................................................251926 .............................................................................541951 .............................................................................541941 .............................................................................581937 .............................................................................621934 .............................................................................671938 .............................................................................68

POINTS ALLOWED/GAME Year Points1925 ............................................................................1.31932 ............................................................................2.11928 ............................................................................2.51933 ............................................................................2.81954 ............................................................................6.01937 ............................................................................6.21941 ............................................................................6.41926 ............................................................................6.81934 ............................................................................7.41938 ............................................................................7.6

FIRST DOWNS ALLOWED Year 1st Downs1958 ...........................................................................1071954 ...........................................................................1071953 ...........................................................................1191963 ...........................................................................1201960 ...........................................................................1251961 ...........................................................................1301970 ...........................................................................1351979 ...........................................................................1381975 ...........................................................................1381980 ...........................................................................139

YARDS ALLOWED Year Yards1965 .......................................................................2,0471954 .......................................................................2,1661980 .......................................................................2,2371953 .......................................................................2,2641960 .......................................................................2,4071975 .......................................................................2,5371961 .......................................................................2,5651958 .......................................................................2,6141997 .......................................................................2,6151963 .......................................................................2,667

YARDS ALLOWED/GAMEYear Yards1980 .......................................................................203.41965 .......................................................................204.71997 .......................................................................237.71960 .......................................................................240.71954 .......................................................................240.71983 .......................................................................246.51953 .......................................................................251.61975 .......................................................................253.71961 .......................................................................256.51996 .......................................................................261.2

RUSHING YARDS ALLOWED Year Yards1997 ...........................................................................9181980 .......................................................................1,0831984 .......................................................................1,0972004 .......................................................................1,2491995 .......................................................................1,3171964 .......................................................................1,3361970 .......................................................................1,3841988 .......................................................................1,4081998 .......................................................................1,4541983 .......................................................................1,475

RUSHING YARDS ALLOWED/GAME Year Yards1997 ..........................................................................83.51980 ..........................................................................98.51984 ..........................................................................99.71995 .......................................................................109.82004 .......................................................................113.51996 .......................................................................130.41998 .......................................................................132.21986 .......................................................................132.31964 .......................................................................133.61983 .......................................................................134.1

PASSING YARDS ALLOWED Year Yards1958 ...........................................................................5701954 ...........................................................................5931975 ...........................................................................6121953 ...........................................................................7081957 ...........................................................................7361959 ...........................................................................7441961 ...........................................................................9161960 ...........................................................................9261966 ...........................................................................9431963 ...........................................................................949

PASSING YARDS ALLOWED/GAME Year Yards1958 ..........................................................................57.01975 ..........................................................................61.21954 ..........................................................................65.91959 ..........................................................................74.41953 ..........................................................................78.71957 ..........................................................................81.81961 ..........................................................................91.61960 ..........................................................................92.61966 ..........................................................................94.31963 ..........................................................................94.9

COMPLETION PERCENTAGE AGAINST Year Percentage1963 ..........................................................................40.41983 ..........................................................................41.21967 ..........................................................................41.41980 ..........................................................................41.61954 ..........................................................................41.81975 ..........................................................................42.01969 ..........................................................................42.21958 ..........................................................................42.51971 ..........................................................................42.61960 ..........................................................................43.7

INTERCEPTIONS Year INTs1984 .............................................................................261969 .............................................................................221983 .............................................................................211976 .............................................................................211974 .............................................................................202000 .............................................................................191995 .............................................................................191977 .............................................................................181985 .............................................................................171964 .............................................................................17


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TEAM RECORDSRecords reflect performances after 1947. Older known records that surpass modern records are listed in italics.

Most Points• Game 71 -- vs. Iowa Wesleyan, 1967 (119 -- vs. Will Mayfield, 1928)• Season 455• Per Game 38.3 -- 1995

Most Touchdowns• Game 10 -- vs. Iowa Wesleyan, 1967• Season 56 -- 1995 (65 -- 1928)

Most PATs Kicked• Game 9 -- vs. Morehead State, 1995• Season 56 -- 1995

Most Field Goals• Game 5 -- vs. Tennessee State, 1988• Season 19 -- 1987, 1988

Most Total Yards • Game 800 -- vs. Tennessee State, 2000 (836 -- vs. North Alabama, 1928)• Season 5,566 -- 1999

Most Plays• Game 94 -- vs. Western Kentucky, 1969• Season 933 -- 1996

Most Yards Rushing• Game 418 -- vs. Tennessee State, 2000• Season 3,034 -- 1995• Per Game 260.4 -- 1948

Highest Avg. Gain Per Rush• Game 7.1 -- vs. Evansville, 1968• Season 5.2 -- 1948, 1995

Most Yards Passing• Game 553 -- vs. Southern Illinois 1999• Season 3,506 -- 1999• Per Game 318.7 -- 1999

Most Passes Attempted• Game 56 -- vs. Western Kentucky, 2000• Season 438 -- 2007

Most Passes Completed• Game 36 -- vs. Tennessee State, 2007• Season 262 -- 2007

Completion Percentage• Game (Min. 10 att.) .957 -- vs. UT Martin, 1993 (22-23)• Season 63.0 -- 2002 (174-276)

Most Touchdown Passes• Game 6 -- vs. Austin Peay, 1989• Season 27 -- 1999, 1968

Most First Downs• Game 35 -- vs. Austin Peay, 1989• Season 271 -- 1999

Most Rushing First Downs• Game 24 -- vs. Middle Tennessee, 1979• Season 146 -- 1995

Most Passing First Downs• Game 23 -- vs. Southern Illinois, 1999• Season 143 -- 1999

Best Punting Average• Game 73.5 -- vs. SE Missouri (2002)• Season 44.8 -- 1999

Fewest Points Allowed• Season 54 -- 1951 (9 games) (9, 1925, 7 games)• Per Game 6.0 -- 1951 (54 points in 9 games) (1.3, 1925, 9 points in 7 games)

Fewest Total Yards Allowed• Per Game 203.4 -- 1980 (2,237 yards/11 games)

Fewest Passing Yards Allowed (Since 1960)• Per Game 61.2 -- 1975 (612 yards/10 games)

Fewest Rushing Yards Allowed• Game Minus 40 -- vs. SE Missouri, 1979• Season 705 -- 1979• Per Game 64.1 -- 1979

Lowest Passing Completion Percentage Allowed (Since 1960)• Season .401 -- 1979 (108-of-269 attempts)

Most Fumbles Recovered• Game 9 -- vs. Middle Tennessee, 1976• Season 40 -- 1976

Most Interceptions• Game 7 -- vs. Austin Peay, 1969• Season 26 -- 1984

Most Interception Return Yards• Game 131 -- vs. Akron, 1984• Season 419 -- 1995

Most Safeties Scored• Season 3 -- 1985

Most Blocked Kicks• Game 2 -- six times (most recent vs. Southeast Missouri, 1996)• Season 9 -- 1979

Most Wins, Season• 11 -- 1995

Most Losses, Season• 10 -- 1959, 1966 & 2006

Most Ties, Season• 3 -- 1924 & 1932

TEAM RECORDSINDIVIDUAL RECORDSRecords reflect performances after 1947. Older known records that surpass modern records are listed in italics.

Most Points• Game 36 -- Derrick Cullors vs. Morehead State, 1995• Season 120 -- Derrick Cullors, 1995• Career 263 -- Paul Hickert, 1984-87

Most Touchdowns• Game 6 -- Derrick Cullors vs. Morehead State, 1995• Season 20 -- Derrick Cullors, 1995• Career 28 -- Willie Cannon, 1983-85, 87 (40 -- Harlan Brodie, 1927-30)

Most Rushing Touchdowns• Game 4 -- 9 times (last by Stevie Chaney vs Austin Peay, 2005)• Season 16 -- Billy Blanchard, 2002• Career 25 -- Willie Cannon, 1983-85, 87

Most Receiving Touchdowns• Game 4 -- Terrence Tillman vs. UT Martin, 1999• Season 14 -- Terrence Tillman, 1999• Career 26 -- Terrence Tillman, 1998-00

Most PATs Scored• Game 8 -- Kienan Cullen vs. Kentucky Wesleyan, 2009 Paul Hickert vs. Morehead State, 1984 Rob Hart vs. West Virginia Tech, 1996; Greg Miller vs. Tennessee State, 2000• Season 47 -- Shane Andrus, 2002• Career 116 -- Paul Hickert, 1984-87 Greg Miller 1997-00

Most PATs Attempted• Game 9 -- Chris Dill vs. Morehead State, 1995• Season 56 -- Chris Dill, 1995


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INDIVIDUAL RECORDS• Career 122 -- Greg Miller, 1997-2000

Most Consecutive PATs Kicked• Career 76 -- Chris Dill, 1993-95

Most Field Goals Made• Game 5 -- Greg Duncan vs. Tennessee State, 1988 Rob Hart vs. Austin Peay, 1996• Season 22 -- Rob Hart, 1996• Career 49 -- Paul Hickert, 1984-87

Most Yards, Total Offense• Game 532 -- Justin Fuente vs. Southern Illinois, 1999• Season 3,407 -- Justin Fuente, 1999• Career 9,886 -- Michael Proctor, 1986-89

Most Plays, Total Offense• Game 63 -- Justin Fuente vs. Southern Illinois, 1999• Season 523 -- Michael Proctor, 1989• Career 1,577 -- Michael Proctor, 1986-89

Most Rushing Attempts• Game 41 -- Stevie Chaney vs. Austin Peay, 2005• Season 276 -- Don Clayton, 1974• Career 557 -- Don Clayton, 1972-74

Most Yards Rushing• Game 310 -- Stevie Chaney vs. Austin Peay, 2005• Season 1,765 -- Derrick Cullors, 1995• Career 2,804 -- Don Clayton, 1972-74

Highest Average Gainer Rush• Game (min. 10 att.) 16.6 -- Carl Walker vs. Louisville, 1954• Career (min. 200 att.) 7.3 -- Carl Walker, 1953-55 (1,620 yards/223 carries)

Most Pass Attempts• Game 56 -- Stewart Childress vs. Western Kentucky, 2000• Season 400 --Justin Fuente, 1999• Career 1,148 -- Michael Proctor, 1986-89

Most Pass Completions• Game 36 --Jeff Ehrhardt vs. Tennessee State, 2007• Season 240 --Justin Fuente, 1999• Career 649 -- Stewart Childress, 2000-04

Best Completion Percentage• Game (min 10 att.) 95.6 -- Butch Mosby vs. UT Martin, 1993 (22-23)• Season 63.3 -- Stewart Childress, 2002 (169-267)• Career 58.0 -- Stewart Childress, 2000-04

Best Passing Efficiency• Season 151.21 -- Justin Fuente, 1999• Career 131.5 -- Mike Cherry, 1995-96

Most Passing Yards• Game 553 -- Justin Fuente vs. Southern Illinois, 1999• Season 3,497 -- Justin Fuente, 1999• Career 8,682 -- Michael Proctor, 1986-89

Most Touchdown Passes• Game 6 -- Michael Proctor vs. Austin Peay, 1989• Season 27 -- Justin Fuente, 1999• Career 52 -- Michael Proctor, 1986-89

Most Receptions• Game 16 -- Harvey Tanner vs. Austin Peay, 1967• Season 88 -- Harvey Tanner, 1967• Career 146 -- Terrence Tillman, 1998-00

Most Reception Yards• Game 255 -- Harvey Tanner vs. Middle Tennessee, 1967• Season 1,057 -- Terrence Tillman, 1999• Career 2,390 -- Terrence Tillman, 1998-00

Most Punts• Game 12 -- Matt Garrett vs. Brigham Young, 1998• Season 72 -- James Gaither, 2004• Career 256 -- Chuck Cantrell, 1968-70

Best Punting Average• Game 73.5 -- Brian Bivens vs. SE Missouri, 2002• Season 44.8 -- Brian Bivens, 1999• Career 41.3 -- Steve Martin, 1973-74

Most Interceptions• Game 4 -- Bud Qualk vs. Austin Peay, 1969• Season 8 -- by 3 players (last by William Hampton, 1995)• Career 19 -- William Hampton, 1993-96

Most Interception Return Yards• Game 115 -- Ralph Robinson vs. Akron, 1984• Season 280 -- William Hampton, 1995• Career 409 -- William Hampton, 1993-96

Most Interception ReturnsFor Touchdowns• Season 4 -- William Hampton, 1995• Career 5 -- William Hampton, 1993-95

Most Punt Returns• Season 55 -- Tommy Houk, 1980• Career 84 -- Tommy Houk, 1979-80

Most Punt Return Yards• Season 442 -- Tommy Houk, 1980• Career 689 -- Ronald Hopkins, 1979-82

Punt Return Average• Season (min. 10 att.) 14.3 -- William Hampton, 1995

Most Kickoff Returns• Season 34 -- Chris Sypho, 1990• Career 56 -- Rodney Payne, 1985-97

Most Kickoff Return Yards• Season 663 -- Willie DeLoach, 1973• Career 1,571 -- Willie DeLoach, 1973-75

Highest Kickoff Return Average• Season (Min. 10 att.) 41.0 -- Donald Hitson, 1996

Most Total Tackles• Game 26 -- Frank Head vs Eastern Kentucky, 1969 (17 solo, 9 assists)• Season 179 -- Nathan Williams, 2008 (76 solo, 103 assists)• Career 499 -- Danny Amato, 1987-90 (211 solo, 288 assists)

Most Sacks• Season 12-- Austen Lane, 2008• Career 29 -- Austen Lane (2006-09)

BIGGEST VICTORIES1. 113 ....Will Mayfield (119-6) .... 19282. 105 ....Louisville (105-0) ........... 19323. 86 .......North Alabama (86-0) .. 19284. 65 .......WV Tech (65-0) ............... 19965. 64 .......Arkansas State (71-7) ... 19286. 63 .......Middle Tenn. (70-7) ....... 1933 63 .......Lambuth (63-0) .............. 19358. 59 ........Iowa Wesleyan (71-12) ... 19679. 58 .......Bethel (58-0).................... 1925 58 .......Millsaps (58-0) ................ 1944


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RUSHING YARDS PLAYER YDS OPPONENT 1. Stevie Chaney 310 Austin Peay (11/12/05) 2. George Greenfield 259 Evansville (11/11/72) 3. Derrick Cullors 253 Western Ill. (11/18/95) 4. Derrick Cullors 252 SEMO (9/16/95) 5. Billy Blanchard 235 UT Martin (11/10/01) 6. Garner Byars 228 Tenn. St. (11/11/00) Justin Bivins 228 UT Martin (10/3/98) 8. Chad Cook 223 Indiana St. (9/16/06) 9. Jermaine Manning 222 Tenn. St. (11/13/99) Cecil Kent 222 Middle Tenn. (10/28/33)

ATTEMPTS PLAYER ATT OPPONENT 1. Stevie Chaney 41 Austin Peay (1/12/05) 2. George Greenfield 39 Morehead St. (9/30/72) 3. Derrick Cullors 38 Tenn. St. (11/11/95) 4. Anthony Downs 37 Middle Tenn. (9/27/97) 5. Jermaine Manning 36 Samford (10/21/99) 6. Chad Cook 34 Samford (10/9/04) Ron Lane 34 SEMO (10/25/03) Stan Fritts 34 Evansville (11/14/70) 9. Ron Lane 31 Tenn. Tech (9/25/04) Garner Byars 31 SEMO (10/20/01) Nick Nance 31 Tenn. Tech (9/27/80) Danny Lee Johnson 31 Middle Tenn. (10/14/79)

TOUCHDOWNS PLAYER TDS OPPONENT 1. Stevie Chaney 4 Austin Peay (1/12/05) Billy Blanchard 4 SEMO (10/26/02) Anthony Downs 4 Middle Tenn. (9/27/97) David McCann 4 Western Ill. (11/18/95) Derrick Cullors 4 Morehead St. (10/14/95) Rodney Payne 4 SEMO (9/7/85) Lindsey Hudspeth 4 Western Ky. (11/22/80) Danny Lee Johnson 4 East Tenn. (10/21/78) 9. Paul McKinnis 3 Tenn. Tech (10/11/08) Chad Cook 3 Indiana St. (9/16/06) Billy Blanchard 3 Tenn. St. (11/9/02) Billy Blanchard 3 Southern Ill. (9/14/02) Mario Riley 3 UT Martin (10/7/00) Shadra Jackson 3 Southern Ill. (9/11/99) Anthony Downs 3 UT Martin (10/4/97) Anthony Downs 3 Tenn. Tech (11/2/96) Derrick Cullors 3 SEMO (9/16/95) Willie Cannon 3 Morehead St. (10/1/83)

LONGEST RUSH PLAYER YDS OPPONENT 1. Stevie Chaney 97 Austin Peay (1/12/05) Carl Walker 97 Austin Peay (11/13/54) 3. Mario Riley 87 Tenn. St. (11/11/00) 4. Donald Hitson 85 Tenn. St. (11/16/96) 5. Carlos Warford 83 Youngstown St. (11/10/84) 6. Charlie Jordan 74 Jax St. (11/22/08) 7. Ron Lane 73 UT Martin (11/13/03) Anthony Downs 73 Western Ky. (9/7/96) 8. Justin Bivins 71 Eastern Ky. (10/17/98) Donald Hitson 71 WV Tech (11/23/96)10. Billy Blanchard 70 Illinois St. (9/21/02)

RUSHING RECORDSSEASON

RUSHING YARDS PLAYER SEASON YARDS 1. Derrick Cullors 1995 1,765 2. Don Clayton 1973 1,403 3. Don Clayton 1974 1,257 4. Danny Lee Johnson 1978 1,217 5. George Greenfield 1972 1,155 6. Billy Blanchard 2002 1,081 7. Rick Fisher 1971 1,078 8. Anthony Downs 1996 1,026 9. Anthony Downs 1997 1,01110. Russ Hake 1968 994

ATTEMPTS PLAYER SEASON ATT 1. Derrick Cullors 1995 288 2. Don Clayton 1974 276 3. Danny Lee Johnson 1978 253 4. George Greenfield 1972 251 5. Don Clayton 1973 242 6. Rick Fisher 1971 224 7. Anthony Downs 1996 222 8. Anthony Downs 1997 210 9. Chad Cook 2004 18710. Russ Hake 1968 184

TOUCHDOWNS PLAYER SEASON TD 1. Derrick Cullors 1995 17 2. Billy Blanchard 2002 16 3. Anthony Downs 1997 12 David McCann 1995 12 Danny Lee Johnson 1978 12 6. Chad Cook 2004 11 Mario Riley 2000 11 8. Anthony Downs 1996 10 Bill Bird 1986 10 Willie Cannon 1981 10 100-YARD GAMESPLAYER SEASON GAMES 1. Derrick Cullors 1995 9 2. Anthony Downs 1996 8 Danny Lee Johnson 1978 8 4. Don Clayton 1974 7 Don Clayton 1973 7 6. Anthony Downs 1997 6 7. Billy Blanchard 2002 5 8. Rick Fisher 1971 5 9. Chad Cook 2004 4 Ron Lane 2004 4 Nick Turner 2004 4 Jermaine Manning 1999 4 Rodney Payne 1985 4 George Greenfield 1972 4 Rick Fisher 1969 4

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RUSHING YARDS PLAYER SEASONS YARDS 1. Don Clayton 1972-74 2,804 2. Danny Lee Johnson 1977-79, 81 2,522 3. Willie Cannon 1983-85, 87 2,370 4. Rick Fisher 1969-71 2,297 5. Anthony Downs 1996-97 2,193 6. Rodney Payne 1985-87 2,189 7. Charlie Jordan 2006-09 2,179 8. Waynee McGowan 1991-94 2,099 9. Chad Cook 2003-06 2,09510. Ron Lane 2002-04 2,011

ATTEMPTS PLAYER SEASONS ATT 1. Don Clayton 1972-74 557 2. Danny Lee Johnson 1977-79, 81 554 3. Charlie Jordan 2006-09 548 4. Willie Cannon 1983-85, 87 487 5. Rick Fisher 1969-71 476 6. Chad Cook 2003-06 457 7. Waynee McGowan 1991-94 453 8. Anthony Downs 1996-97 432 9. Michael Proctor 1986-89 42910. Tommy Glover 1962-64 412

TOUCHDOWNS PLAYER SEASONS TD 1. Willie Cannon 1983-86, 87 25 2. Chad Cook 2003-06 24 3. Anthony Downs 1996-97 22 4. David McCann 1995-96 21 Bill Bird 1984-87 21 6. Billy Blanchard 2001-02 19 7. Don Clayton 1972-74 18 8. Derrick Cullors 1995 17 Danny Lee Johnson 1977-79, 81 1710. Charlie Jordan 2006-09 16 Ron Lane 2001-04 16

100-YARD GAMESPLAYER SEASONS GAMES 1. Don Clayton 1972-74 15 2. Anthony Downs 1996-97 14 3. Danny Lee Johnson 1977-79, 81 10 Rick Fisher 1969-71 10 5. Derrick Cullors 1995 9 6. Billy Blanchard 2001-02 8 7. Chad Cook 2003-06 7 Rodney Payne 1985-87 7 9. Ron Lane 2002-04 6 Waynee McGowan 1991-94 6 Nick Nance 1978-81 6 George Greenfield 1970-72 6


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RECEIVING YARDS PLAYER YDS OPPONENT 1. Harvey Tanner 255 Middle Tenn. (10/14/67) 2. Reggie Swinton 224 Southern Ill. (9/14/96) 3. Joe Perez 202 Southern Ill. (9/11/99) 4. Derrick Townsel 199 Tenn. Tech (10/11/08) 5. Michael Slater 194 Western Ky. (9/30/00) 6. Lee McCormick 193 Western Ky. (11/13/85) 7. DeAndre Green 192 Tenn. Tech (10/12/02) 8. Jason French 191 Eastern Ky. (11/6/99) 9. Reggie Swinton 181 Eastern Ky. (11/9/96) 10. DeAndre Green 180 Samford (11/2/02)

RECEPTIONS PLAYER REC OPPONENT 1. Harvey Tanner 16 Austin Peay (11/4/67) James Huff 13 Austin Peay (11/17/90) Lee McCormick 13 Western Ky. (11/13/85) 4. Marcus Christon 12 Tenn. Tech (10/7/01) 5. Derrick Townsel 11 Tenn. Tech (10/11/08) Terrance Tillman 11 Eastern Ky. (11/4/00) Shaun Boykins 11 Tenn. Tech (10/28/00) Joe Perez 11 Ky. Wesleyan (11/20/99) Stan Trice 11 Middle Tenn. (10/16/82) 9. Derrick Townsel 10 Eastern Ky. (9/26/09) Marcus Harris 10 Illinois St. (09/13/08) Charlie Jordan 10 Eastern Ill. (10/21/06) Jonathan Eiland 10 Tenn. Tech (10/1/05) DeAndre Green 10 Samford (11/2/02) Joe Perez 10 Southern Ill. (9/11/99) Reggie Swinton 10 Eastern Ky. (11/9/96) Reggie Swinton 10 Southern Ill. (9/14/96) Rick Miller 10 Middle Tenn. (11/14/87)

TOUCHDOWNS PLAYER TDS OPPONENT 1. Terrance Tillman 4 UT Martin (10/9/99) 2. Michael Slater 3 SEMO (10/20/01) Michael Slater 3 Western Ky. (9/30/00) Reggie Swinton 3 Southern Ill. (9/14/96) Billy Hess 3 Middle Tenn. (10/14/67) 6. Daniel Ard 2 Lambuth (8/28/08) Marcus Harris 2 UT Martin (9/27/08) 32 other times 2 --

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RECEIVING YARDS PLAYER SEASON YARDS 1. Reggie Swinton 1996 1,120 2. Terrance Tillman 1999 1,057 3. DeAndre Green 2002 1,002 4. Jesse Jones 1996 1,001 5. Harvey Tanner 1967 996 6. Joe Perez 1999 920 7. DeAndre Green 2003 847 8. Michael Slater 2000 819 9. Rod Harper 2007 77910. Kwabene Idelette 1995 722

RECEPTIONS PLAYER SEASON ATT 1. Harvey Tanner 1967 88 2. Reggie Swinton 1996 75 3. DeAndre Green 2002 69 4. Jesse Jones 1996 63 5. Marcus Harris 2008 61 Terrance Tillman 1999 61 6. Rod Harper 2007 57 DeAndre Green 2003 57 8. Shaun Boykins 2000 56 9. Gerald Young 1968 5410. Lee McCormick 1985 52

TOUCHDOWNS PLAYER SEASON TD 1. Terrance Tillman 1999 14 2. Billy Hess 1968 13 3. Rod Harper 2007 10 4. Glen Arterburn 1989 9 5. Rod Harper 2006 8 Jesse Jones 1996 8 Reggie Swinton 1996 8 8. Michael Slater 2000 7 Terrance Tillman 1998 7 Reggie Swinton 1997 7 Matt Hall 1994 7 Anthony Robbins 1980 7 Gerald Young 1967 7 100-YARD GAMESPLAYER SEASON GAMES 1. Terrance Tillman 1999 5 2. DeAndre Green 2003 4 DeAndre Green 2002 4 Michael Slater 2000 4 Reggie Swinton 1996 4 6. Derrick Townsel 2008 3 Rod Harper 2007 3 Terrance Tillman 2000 3 Jesse Jones 1996 3 9. Joe Perez 1999 2 Connie Moore 1998 2 Reggie Swinton 1995 2 Matt Hall 1994 2 James Huff 1990 2 Glen Arterburn 1989 2 Glen Arterburn 1988 2 Stanley Howard 1986 2 Lee McCormick 1985 2

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RECEIVING YARDS PLAYER SEASONS YARDS 1. Terrance Tillman 1998-2000 2,381 2. Reggie Swinton 1994-97 2,276 3. DeAndre Green 2002-03 1,849 4. Lee McCormick 1982-85 1,837 5. Derrick Townsel 2006-09 1,712 5. Glen Arterburn 1986-89 1,706 6. Rod Harper 2005-07 1,653 7. Stanley Howard 1985-87 1,631 8. James Huff 1987-90 1,595 9. Billy Hess 1967-70 1,56010. Shaun Boykins 1998-2000 1,422

RECEPTIONS PLAYER SEASONS ATT 1. Derrick Townsel 2006-09 153 2. Terrance Tillman 1998-2000 146 3. Reggie Swinton 1995-97 144 4. Marcus Harris 2007- 132 5. Rod Harper 2005-07 128 6. DeAndre Green 2002-03 126 7. Lee McCormick 1982-85 122 8. Shaun Boykins 1998-2000 109 9. James Huff 1987-90 10710. Jack Wolf 1967-70 101

TOUCHDOWNS PLAYER SEASONS TD 1. Terrance Tillman 1998-2000 26 2. Rod Harper 2005-07 20 Reggie Swinton 1994-97 20 4. Billy Hess 1967-70 19 5. Glen Arterburn 1986-89 13 Gerald Young 1967-68 13 7. Marcus Harris 2007- 12 DeAndre Green 2002-03 12 Michael Slater 2000-01 12 Matt Hall 1991-94 12 Stanley Howard 1985-87 12 100-YARD GAMESPLAYER SEASONS GAMES 1. Terrance Tillman 1998-2000 9 2. DeAndre Green 2002-03 8 3. Reggie Swinton 1994-97 7 4. Michael Slater 2000-01 6 5. Derrick Townsel 2006-09 4 Rod Harper 2005-07 4 Glen Arterburn 1986-89 4 8. Jesse Jones 1995-96 3 Matt Hall 1991-94 3 James Huff 1987-90 3 Stanley Howard 1985-87 3


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PASSING YARDS PLAYER YDS OPPONENT 1. Justin Fuente 553 Southern Ill. (9/11/99) 2. Justin Fuente 470 Ky. Wesleyan (11/20/99) 3. Michael Proctor 455 Akron (10/21/89) 4. Stewart Childress 425 Western Ky. (9/30/00) Larry Tillman 425 Middle Tenn. (10/14/67) 6. Justin Fuente 396 Eastern Ill. (11/7/98) 7. Mike Cherry 395 Southern Ill. (9/14/96) 8. Justin Fuente 394 Tenn. St. (11/14/98) 9. Mike Cherry 391 No. Iowa (11/25/95)10. Justin Fuente 384 Eastern Ky. (11/6/99)

ATTEMPTS PLAYER ATT OPPONENT 1. Stewart Childress 56 Western Ky. (9/30/00) 2. Justin Fuente 55 Southen Ill. (9/11/99) 3. Jeff Ehrhardt 54 UT Martin (11/10/07) Larry Tillman 54 Austin Peay (11/4/67) 5. Stewart Childress 51 Eastern Ky. (10/13/01) Justin Fuente 51 Western Ky. (9/12/98) 7. Mike Cherry 50 No. Iowa (11/25/95) Michael Proctor 50 Western Ky. (9/9/89) 9. Kevin Proctor 49 Austin Peay (11/17/90)10. Stewart Childress 47 Tenn. Tech (10/7/01) Justin Fuente 47 Western Ky. (10/2/99) COMPLETIONS PLAYER COMP OPPONENT 1. Jeff Ehrhardt 36 Tenn. St. (11/3/07) 2. Justin Fuente 35 Southern Ill. (9/11/99) 3. Stewart Childress 34 Western Ky. (9/3/00) 4. Justin Fuente 33 Western Ky. (9/12/98) 5. Jeff Ehrhardt 31 UT Martin (11/10/07) Mike Cherry 31 No. Iowa (11/25/95) 7. Stewart Childress 30 Tenn. Tech (10/7/01) 8. Jeff Ehrhardt 29 Eastern Ky. (10/27/07) Zach Barnard 29 Eastern Ill. (10/21/06)10. Jeff Ehrhardt 28 SEMO (11/08/08) Justin Fuente 28 Ky. Wesleyan (11/20/99) Justin Fuente 28 Middle Tenn. (10/10/98) Larry Tillman 28 Austin Peay (11/4/67)

TOUCHDOWNS PLAYER TDS OPPONENT 1. Michael Proctor 6 Austin Peay (11/18/89) 2. Jeff Ehrhardt 5 Eastern Ky. (10/27/07) Justin Fuente 5 Ky. Wesleyan (11/20/99) Justin Fuente 5 UT Martin (10/9/99) Justin Fuente 5 UT Martin (10/3/98) Larry Tillman 5 Austin Peay (11/4/67) 7. Jeff Ehrhardt 4 UT Martin (9/27/08) Jeff Ehrhardt 4 Lambuth (9/15/07) Stewart Childress 4 Tenn. St. (11/11/00) Justin Fuente 4 Tenn. St. (11/13/99) Justin Fuente 4 Tenn. St. (11/14/98) Mike Cherry 4 Austin Peay (10/5/96) Mike Cherry 4 Southern Ill. (9/14/96)

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PASSING YARDS PLAYER SEASON YARDS 1. Justin Fuente 1999 3,498 2. Stewart Childress 2000 2,928 3. Justin Fuente 1998 2,875 Michael Proctor 1989 2,812 5. Mike Cherry 1996 2,737 6. Jeff Ehrhardt 2007 2,567 7. Mike Cherry 1995 2,460 8. Michael Proctor 1987 2,375 9. Matt Haug 1969 2,32710. Larry Tillman 1967 2,300

ATTEMPTS PLAYER SEASON ATT 1. Justin Fuente 1999 400 2. Jeff Ehrhardt 2007 393 Justin Fuente 1998 393 4. Stewart Childress 2000 392 5. Larry Tillman 1967 380 6. Michael Proctor 1989 375 7. Mike Cherry 1996 365 8. Stewart Childress 2001 352 9. Matt Haug 1979 31110. Dan Loyd 1997 306

COMPLETIONSPLAYER SEASON COMP 1. Justin Fuente 1999 240 2. Jeff Ehrhardt 2007 236 3. Stewart Childress 2000 230 4. Justin Fuente 1998 218 5. Mike Cherry 1996 199 6. Michael Proctor 1989 192 7. Larry Tillman 1967 190 8. Stewart Childress 2001 188 9. Jeff Ehrhardt 2008 169 Stewart Childress 2002 16910. Mike Cherry 1995 166

TOUCHDOWNS PLAYER SEASON TD 1. Justin Fuente 1999 27 2. Justin Fuente 1998 23 Larry Tillman 1968 23 4. Michael Proctor 1989 22 5. Jeff Ehrhardt 2007 21 6. Stewart Childress 2000 20 7. Matt Haug 1969 19 8. Mike Cherry 1996 18 Mike Cherry 1995 18 Larry Tillman 1967 18

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PASSING YARDS PLAYER SEASONS YARDS 1. Michael Proctor 1986-89 8,632 2. Stewart Childress 2000-03 7,581 3. Justin Fuente 1998-99 6,392 4. Larry Tillman 1965-68 5,037 5. Kevin Sisk 1983-85 4,917 6. Mike Cherry 1995-96 4,490 7. Jeff Ehrhardt 2007- 4,253 8. Tony Fioravanti 1960-63 3,449 9. Matt Haug 1967-70 3,407 10. Tom Pandolfi 1972-74 2,970

ATTEMPTS PLAYER SEASONS ATT 1. Michael Proctor 1986-89 1,148 2. Stewart Childress 2000-03 1,117 3. Justin Fuente 1998-99 793 4. Jeff Ehrhardt 2007- 743 5. Larry Tillman 1965-68 728 6. Kevin Sisk 1983-85 726 7. Mike Cherry 1995-96 640 8. Tony Fioravanti 1960-63 583 9. Mike Dickens 1975-78 485 10. Tom Pandolfi 1972-74 470

COMPLETIONS PLAYER SEASONS COMP 1. Stewart Childress 2000-03 649 2. Michael Proctor 1986-89 578 3. Justin Fuente 1998-99 458 4. Jeff Ehrhardt 2007- 450 5. Kevin Sisk 1983-85 382 6. Larry Tillman 1965-68 367 7. Mike Cherry 1995-96 365 8. Tony Fioravanti 1960-63 299 9. Mike Dickens 1975-78 22710. Ryne Salyer 2003-06 171

TOUCHDOWNS PLAYER SEASONS TD 1. Michael Proctor 1986-89 52 2. Justin Fuente 1998-99 50 3. Stewart Childress 2000-03 47 4. Larry Tillman 1965-68 47 5. Mike Cherry 1995-96 36 6. Jeff Ehrhardt 2007- 35 7. Kevin Sisk 1983-85 30 8. Tom Pandolfi 1971-74 25 9. Matt Haug 1967-70 2410. Mike Dickens 1975-78 21


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TACKLES PLAYER SEASON TACKLES 1. Nathan Williams 2008 179 2. Donald White 1981 160 3. Frank Head 1969 158 4. Reggie Kennedy 1990 150 5. Danny Amato 1989 149 6. Danny Amato 1990 148 7. Frank Head 1970 143 8. Glenn Jones 1982 135 9. Danny Amato 1988 131 Alfred Caldwell 1974 131 Sam Tandy 1969 131

TACKLES-FOR-LOSS PLAYER SEASON TFL 1. Austen Lane 2008 22.0 2. Austen Lane 2009 19.5 3. Kent Lapa 1987 19.0 4. Anthony Hutch 1996 18.0 5. Robert Sillman 1991 16.0 6. Marcus White 2003 15.5 Marcus Stepp 1998 15.5 Anthony Hutch 1993 15.5 9. Marcus Stepp 1997 15.010. Ed Johnson 2001 14.0 Joe March 1987 14.0 Jose Casanova 1983 14.0 Tim Price 1983 14.0

SACKS PLAYER SEASON SACKS 1. Austen Lane 2008 12.0 2. Austen Lane 2009 11.0 3. Marcus Stepp 1998 10.5 Anthony Hutch 1996 10.5 5. Anthony Hutch 1993 9.5 6. Jamie Lowicz 1988 9.0 7. Joe Lepsis 1993 8.5 8. Marcus Stepp 1997 7.5 Kent Lapa 1987 7.510. Marcus White 2003 7.0 Terry Anthony 1996 7.0 Robby Lanon 1990 7.0 Jeff Urbano 1989 7.0

INTERCEPTIONS PLAYER SEASON INTs 1. William Hampton 1995 8 Ralph Robinson 1984 8 Bruce Walker 1974 8 4. Onsha Whitaker 2004 7 5. William Hampton 1996 6 Jimmy Harrell 1969 6 Bud Qualk 1969 6 8. 14 Times -- 5

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TACKLES PLAYER SEASONS TACKLES 1. Danny Amato 1987-90 499 2. Donald White 1978-82 480 3. Reggie Kennedy 1987-90 411 4. Nathan Williams 2003-2008 396 5. Glenn Jones 1978-80,82) 374 6. Shelton Burruss 1987-90 366 7. Tony Woodie 1983-86 361 8. Tamar Butler 2006-09 344 9. Ronnie Merritt 1994-97 34210. Eddie McFarland 1974-77 332

TACKLES-FOR-LOSS PLAYER SEASONS TFL 1. Austen Lane 2006-09 53.5 2. Anthony Hutch 1995-96 44.0 3. Tamar Butler 2006-09 36.0 Chris Vaughn 1995-98 36.0 5. Ronnie Merritt 1995-97 35.0 6. Marcus Stepp 1997-98 30.5 7. Marcus White 2003-04 24.5 Kent Lapa 1985-87 24.0 9. Nathan Williams 2003-08 20.0 SACKS PLAYER SEASONS SACKS 1. Austen Lane 2006-09 29.0 2. Anthony Hutch 1992-96 28.0 3. Marcus Stepp 1997-98 18.0 4. Joe Lepsis 1990-93 11.5 5. Nathan Williams 2003-2008 11.0 Jamie Lowicz 1987-89 11.0 7. Tamar Butler 2006-09 10.5 8. Marcus White 2003-04 10.0 Kenneth Knotts 1997-98 10.0 Ronnie Merritt 1994-97 10.0 Jeff Urbano 1987-89 10.0

INTERCEPTIONS PLAYER SEASONS INTs 1. William Hampton 1993-96 19 2. Bruce Walker 1974-76 16 3. Ralph Robinson 1981-84 15 4. James Yarbrough 1982-85 14 5. Eddie McFarland 1974-77 12 Dennis Jackson 1962-64 12 7. Pete Hoston 1988-91 11 Greg Evans 1978-81 11 9. Tim Broady 1985-88 10 Rondald Hopkins 1979-82 10

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TACKLES PLAYER TKL OPPONENT 1. Frank Head 26 Eastern Ky. (11/1/69) 2. Nathan Williams 23 Illinois State (9/13/08) 3. Nathan Williams 21 Eastern Ill. (11/1/08) Jon Tharpe 21 Akron (10/16/86) James Yarbrough 21 Akron (10/12/85) Donald White 21 Akron (10/24/81) 7. Jai Williams 20 Samford (9/7/00) Danny Amato 20 Austin Peay (11/17/90) Donald White 20 UT Martin (10/10/81) 10. Nathan Williams 19 Tenn. Tech (10/11/08) Zelber Johnson 19 UT Martin (11/10/01) Danny Amato 19 Austin Peay (11/18/89) Danny Amato 19 Tenn. Tech (9/30/89) Kirk Brunson 19 Tenn. Tech (10/25/86) Donald White 19 Youngstown St. (9/19/81)

TACKLES-FOR-LOSS PLAYER TFL OPPONENT 1. Anthony Hutch 5.5 UT Martin (10/12/96) 2. Anthony Hutch 5.0 Western Ky. (8/31/95) Sam Franklin 5.0 Western Ky. (11/19/77) 3. Zach Kutch 4.0 Austin Peay (10/4/08) Austen Lane 4.0 SEMO (11/8/08) Marcus White 4.0 Tenn. State (11/22/03) Marcus White 4.0 Eastern Ky. (11/1/03) Kareem Vaughn 4.0 Western Ky. (10/2/99) Marcus Stepp 4.0 Eastern Ill. (11/8/97) Anthony Hutch 4.0 Western Ill. (11/30/96) Willie Corbin 4.0 Austin Peay (10/8/94) Donald White 4.0 Morehead St. (10/4/80) Joe March 4.0 Middle Tenn. (11/14/87) Rick Lanpher 4.0 SE Lousiana (9/15/79) Rick Lanpher 4.0 Morehead St. (9/9/79) SACKS PLAYER SACK OPPONENT 1. Austen Lane 3.5 SEMO (11/8/97) Anthony Hutch 3.5 UT Martin (10/12/96) 3. Austen Lane 3.0 Missouri St. (9/19/09) Marcus White 3.0 Eastern Ky. (11/1/03) Phillip Wasson 3.0 Eastern Ky. (11/4/00) Anthony Hutch 3.0 Western Ill. (11/30/96) Terry Anthony 3.0 Tenn. State (11/16/96) Jamie Lowicz 3.0 Tenn. State (10/15/88) Joe March 3.0 Middle Tenn. (11/14/87) 9. Brian Moss 2.5 Tenn. State (11/9/02)

INTERCEPTIONS PLAYER INT OPPONENT 1. Bud Qualk 4 Austin Peay (11/8/69) 2. Tim Broady 3 Louisville (9/26/87) 3. Numerous Times 2 --


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300/200/100-YARD RUSHING GAMES300-YARD RUSHING GAMESName Att-Yds Opponent Date Stevie Chaney 41-310 Austin Peay 11/12/05

200-YARD RUSHING GAMESName Att-Yds Opponent DateGeorge Greenfield 31-259 Evansville 11/11/72 Derrick Cullors 28-253 Western Illinois 11/18/95 Derrick Cullors 27-252 Southeast Missouri 9/16/95 Billy Blanchard 22-235 UT Martin 11/10/01 Garner Byars 25-228 Tennessee State 11/11/00Justin Bivins 29-228 UT Martin 10/3/98 Chad Cook 25-223 Indiana State 9/16/06 Jermaine Manning 28-222 Tennessee State 11/13/99Rick Fisher 31-214 Middle Tennessee 10/16/71Chad Cook 21-213 Jacksonville State 10/8/05Don Clayton 28-205 Morehead State 9/29/73George Greenfield 39-205 Morehead State 9/30/72Danny Lee Johnson 27-203 East Tennessee State 10/21/78Derrick Cullors 25-202 Austin Peay 9/30/95Ron Lane 24-201 UT Martin 11/13/03

100-YARD RUSHING GAMESName Att-Yds Opponent DateDerrick Cullors 18-196 Morehead State 10/14/95Stan Fritts 34-196 Evansville 11/14/70Rick Fisher 30-195 Western Carolina 9/11/71Don Clayton 30-190 Western Kentucky 11/17/73Chad Cook 34-187 Samford 10/9/04Don Clayton 27-186 UT Martin 10/12/74Russ Hake 24-186 Austin Peay 11/9/68Billy Blanchard 19-183 Southeast Missouri 10/26/02Jermaine Manning 24-182 Eastern Kentucky 11/6/99Jermaine Manning 36-181 Samford 10/21/99Nick Nance 19-181 Youngstown State 9/19/81Rodney Payne 30-180 Western Kentucky 9/27/86George Greenfield 29-177 East Tennessee State 10/21/72Mario Riley 13-171 Indiana State 9/23/00Paul McKinnis 19-170 Tenn. Tech 10/11/08Jim Engel 19-170 Morehead State 9/29/73Derrick Cullors 24-168 UT Martin 10/7/95Don Clayton 22-168 Austin Peay 11/8/69Nick Turner 25-167 Southeast Missouri 10/23/04John Bryant 27-166 UT Martin 10/16/65Carl Walker 10-166 Louisville 9/18/54Billy Blanchard 23-165 Southern Illinois 9/14/02Rick Fisher 22-165 Austin Peay 11/8/69Anthony Downs 14-160 UT Martin 10/4/97Anthony Downs 27-160 Eastern Kentucky 11/9/96Derrick Cullors 20-160 Western Kentucky 8/31/95Russ Hake 15-160 Evansville 11/16/68Billy Blanchard 22-158 UT Martin 11/16/02Charlie Jordan 29-157 Southeast Missouri 10/20/07Ron Lane 31-155 Tennessee Tech 9/25/04Willie Cannon 22-155 Morehead State 10/1/83Carl Walker 13-154 Louisville 9/17/55Don Clayton 29-153 Eastern Illinois 11/16/74Anthony Downs 28-151 Indiana State 8/28/97Don Clayton 23-151 Tennessee Tech 9/22/73Billy Blanchard 25-150 Samford 11/2/02Willie Cannon 16-150 Tennessee Tech 9/22/84Rodney Payne 24-149 Middle Tennessee 10/19/85Nick Turner 26-148 UT Martin 11/13/04Danny Lee Johnson 31-148 Middle Tennessee 10/14/78George Greenfield 12-148 Evansville 11/13/71Anthony Downs 37-147 Middle Tennessee 9/27/97Chad Cook 30-145 Samford 10/15/05Derrick Cullors 22-144 Middle Tennessee 9/23/95

Nick Nance 25-144 Middle Tennessee 10/13/79Mario Riley 12-142 UT Martin 10/7/00Waynee McGowan 26-142 UT Martin 10/2/93Danny Lee Johnson 28-142 Tennessee Tech 9/23/78Don Clayton 28-140 East Tennessee State 10/20/73Don Faughn 18-140 East Tennessee State 9/17/66Garner Byars 15-139 Southeast Missouri 10/21/00Rodney Payne 11-138 Tennessee Tech 9/28/85Don Clayton 33-138 Middle Tennessee 10/19/74Garner Byars 21-137 Southern Illinois 9/22/01Wilbert Smith 19-137 Southern Illinois 9/13/97Frank Thigpen 19-137 Youngstown State 11/8/86Danny Lee Johnson 28-137 Tennessee Tech 9/22/79Don Clayton 30-137 Morehead State 9/21/74Bill Bird 20-136 Austin Peay 11/22/86Danny Lee Johnson 23-136 Evansville 9/8/79Russ Hake 25-136 Middle Tennessee 10/19/68Jermaine Manning 25-135 Eastern Illinois 10/16/99Anthony Downs 30-135 Eastern Illinois 11/8/97Rodney Payne 28-135 Tennessee Tech 10/25/86Rick Fisher 22-135 Tennessee Tech 9/26/70Charlie Forrest 11-135 Middle Tennessee 11/7/64Dave Bottos 15-135 Western Kentucky 11/17/56Ron Lane 18-134 UT Martin 11/13/04Art Kennedy 22-134 Morehead State 10/4/75Don Clayton 33-134 UT Martin 10/6/73George Greenfield 33-134 UT Martin 10/7/72Anthony Downs 29-133 Tennessee State 11/15/97Anthony Downs 22-133 Western Illinois 11/30/96Nick Nance 20-133 Western Kentucky 11/17/79Tommy Glover 25-133 UT Martin 10/13/62Charlie Forrest 12-132 East Tennessee State 9/19/64Ron Lane 34-130 Southeast Missouri 10/25/03Carl Walker 13-130 Middle Tennessee 11/7/53Chad Cook 24-129 Jacksonville State 10/2/04Chris Sypho 24-129 Tennessee State 10/27/90Timmy Bland 17-128 Southeast Missouri 9/3/92Winston Ford 16-128 Eastern Kentucky 10/28/82John Bryant 19-128 Eastern Kentucky 10/2/65Charlie Jordan 20-127 Eastern Illinois 10/13/07Donald Hitson 5-127 Tennessee State 11/16/96Rick Fisher 11-127 Eastern Kentucky 11/1/69Tommy Glover 15-127 Parsons College 11/14/64Johnny Bohna 7-126 Louisville 9/19/53Nick Turner 22-125 Indiana State 9/18/04Mario Riley 13-125 Tennessee State 11/11/00Danny Lee Johnson 29-125 Austin Peay 11/4/78Rick Fisher 27-125 East Tennessee State 10/25/69Jack Morris 24-125 Western Kentucky 11/23/57Michael Davis 22-124 Eastern Illinois 9/22/90Danny Lee Johnson 19-124 Evansville 9/9/78Rodney Payne 16-123 Morehead State 11/1/86Don Clayton 22-123 Austin Peay 11/9/74Rick Fisher 20-123 Evansville 11/15/69Willie Cannon 25-122 Eastern Kentucky 10/29/83Nick Nance 22-122 Eastern Kentucky 10/31/81Danny Lee Johnson 24-122 UT Martin 10/7/78George Greenfield 18-122 East Tennessee State 10/23/71Wilbert Smith 11-121 Austin Peay 10/11/97Rick Fisher 20-121 Evansville 11/13/71Nick Nance 31-120 Tennessee Tech 9/27/80Don Clayton 25-120 East Tennessee State 10/26/74Rick Fisher 32-120 East Tennessee State 10/23/71Ken Pelot 19-120 Iowa Wesleyan 10/7/67Stevie Chaney 18-119 Southeast Missouri 10/29/05Ulysses Odoms 18-119 Tennessee Tech 10/12/02Charlie Forrest 7-119 Arkansas State 10/30/65Ken Topps 16-118 Eastern Illinois 10/22/05


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Waynee McGowan 19-118 Western Illinois 11/20/94Derrick Cullors 26-117 Tennessee Tech 10/28/95Willie Cannon 16-117 Southeast Missouri 9/15/84Charlie Jordan 15-116 Kentucky Wesleyan 9/3/09Charlie Jordan 18-116 Jacksonville State 10/18/08Justin Bivins 15-116 UT Martin 10/9/99Anthony Downs 18-115 Tennessee Tech 11/2/96Waynee McGowan 19-115 Tennessee Tech 10/29/94Rodney Payne 20-115 Southeast Missouri 9/7/85Charlie Forrest 14-115 Morehead State 10/10/64Bill Jaslowski 11-115 Western Kentucky 11/12/60Winfred Dill 23-115 Evansville 10/20/49Garner Byars 31-114 Southeast Missouri 10/20/01Anthony Downs 18-114 Eastern Illinois 10/19/96 Anthony Downs 20-114 Middle Tennessee 9/28/96Ron Lane 12-113 Indiana State 9/18/04Michael Davis 12-113 Austin Peay 11/19/88Carlos Warford 10-113 Youngstown State 11/10/84Danny Lee Johnson 14-113 Southeast Missouri 9/2/78Bud Crafton 19-113 Eastern Kentucky 10/1/60Rick Fisher 27-112 Eastern Kentucky 10/30/71Tony Fioravanti 13-112 Eastern Kentucky 10/1/60Charlie Jordan 25-111 Indiana State 9/16/06Timmy Bland 9-111 Tennessee State 11/14/92Nick Nance 15-111 UT Martin 10/10/81Danny Lee Johnson 23-111 Morehead State 9/30/78Don Clayton 19-111 Western Carolina 9/15/73Phil Foster 6-111 Missouri-Rolla 9/30/50Billy Blanchard 25-110 Eastern Illinois 11/23/02Billy Blanchard 22-110 Minnesota 10/27/01Rodney Payne 18-110 Eastern Kentucky 11/2/85Art Kennedy 18-110 Tennessee Tech 9/27/75Phil Foster 11-110 Austin Peay 11/20/56Winfred Dill 24-110 Memphis 10/29/49Waynee McGowan 17-109 Eastern Illinois 9/1/94Waynee McGowan 7-109 Western Kentucky 11/20/93Michael Davis 12-109 Austin Peay 11/18/89Tommy Glover 22-108 Morehead State 10/10/64Tommy Glover 16-108 Morehead State 10/6/62

Bill Furgerson 9-108 Tennessee Tech 9/24/49Don Clayton 18-107 Youngstown State 11/10/73Ronnie Babb 10-107 Evansville 11/16/57Chad Cook 19-106 UT Martin 11/13/04Nick Turner 13-106 Glenville State 8/28/04Waynee McGowan 18-106 UT Martin 10/12/91Ron Lane 11-105 Glenville State 8/28/04Anthony Downs 16-105 West Virginia Tech 11/23/96Bill Bird 20-105 Middle Tennessee 11/15/86Bill Bird 19-105 Southeast Missouri 9/6/86Tom Giannini 21-105 Morehead State 10/9/65Don Johnson 8-105 Morehead State 10/29/55Jeff Ehrhardt 30-104 Tennessee State 11/3/07Shadrach Jackson 9-104 UT Martin 10/9/99Stanley Howard 3-104 Morehead State 10/5/85Tom Giannini 9-104 Parsons College 11/14/64Billy Blanchard 12-103 Illinois State 9/8/01Anthony Downs 15-103 Austin Peay 10/11/97Derrick Cullors 23-103 Tennessee State 11/11/95David McCann 12-103 Southern Illinois 9/9/95Don Clayton 28-103 Western Kentucky 11/23/74Bill Schade 14-103 Western Kentucky 11/22/58Garner Byars 25-102 Eastern Kentucky 11/4/00Anthony Downs 19-102 Southern Illinois 9/14/96Gino Gibbs 24-102 Southeast Missouri 9/5/81Larry Jones 16-102 Middle Tennessee 10/18/75Jim Brown 8-102 Austin Peay 11/8/69Bobby Joe Mason 16-102 Austin Peay 11/14/53Chad Cook 22-101 Southeast Missouri 10/23/04Ulysses Odoms 19-101 Eastern Illinois 10/18/03Anthony Downs 9-101 Western Kentucky 9/9/96Russ Hake 26-101 Tennessee Tech 9/27/69Timmy Bland 18-100 Missouri-Rolla 9/12/92

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MULTIPLE 100-YARD RUSHING GAMES

1. Don Clayton ..................... 15 2. Anthony Downs ............. 14 3. Danny Lee Johnson ....... 10 Rick Fisher ......................... 10 5. Derrick Cullors ................... 9 6. Billy Blanchard .................. 8 7. Rodney Payne ................... 7 Chad Cook .......................... 7 9. George Greenfield ........... 6 Ron Lane ............................. 6 Waynee McGowan .......... 6 Nick Nance ......................... 613. Charlie Jordan ..................... 5 Garner Byars ...................... 5 15. Willie Cannon .................... 4 Charlie Forrest ................... 4 Tommy Glover ................... 4 Russ Hake ............................ 4 Jermaine Manning .......... 4 Nick Turner ......................... 420. Bill Bird ................................ 3 Timmy Bland .................... 3 Michael Davis ................... 3 Mario Riley ........................ 3 Carl Walker ........................ 326. Justin Bivins ...................... 2 John Bryant ....................... 2 Stevie Chaney .................. 2 Winfred Dill ....................... 2 Phil Foster .......................... 2 Tom Giannini .................... 2 Art Kennedy ...................... 2 Ulysses Odoms ................ 2 Wilbert Smith ................... 2

INDIVIDUAL 100-YARD RUSHING GAMES vs.

1. UT Martin .......................... 21 2. Tennessee Tech ............... 17 3. Austin Peay ....................... 15 Morehead State .............. 15 Southeast Missouri ........ 15 6. Middle Tennessee .......... 13 7. Eastern Kentucky ........... 12 8. Western Kentucky .......... 11 9. Evansville .......................... 10 Eastern Illinois ................. 1010. East Tennessee State ....... 912. Tennessee State ................ 813. Indiana State ...................... 614. Southern Illinois ............... 515. Samford ............................... 4 Youngstown State ........... 417. Louisville ............................. 3 Western Illinois ................. 3 Jacksonville State ............... 319. Glenville State ................... 2 Missouri-Rolla .................... 2 Parsons College ................ 2 Western Carolina .............. 224. Arkansas State ................... 1 Illinois State ........................ 1 Iowa Wesleyan .................. 1 Kentucky Wesleyan ........... 1 Memphis ............................. 1 Minnesota ........................... 1 West Virginia Tech ............ 1


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200/100-YARD RECEIVING GAMES200-YARD RECEIVING GAMESName Yds Rec Opponent YearHarvey Tanner 255 Middle Tennessee 10/14/67Reggie Swinton 224 10 Southern Illinois 19/14/96Joe Perez 202 10 Southern Illinois 9/11/99

100-YARD RECEIVING GAMESName Yds Rec Opponent YearDerrick Townsel 199 11 Tennessee Tech 10/11/08Michael Slater 194 7 Western Kentucky 9/30/00Lee McCormick 193 13 Western Kentucky 11/23/85DeAndre Green 192 9 Tennessee Tech 10/12/02Jason French 191 7 Eastern Kentucky 11/6/99Reggie Swinton 181 10 Eastern Kentucky 11/9/96DeAndre Green 180 10 Samford 11/2/02Rick Miller 178 10 Middle Tennessee 11/14/87Anthony Robbins 177 5 Middle Tennessee 10/18/80Jesse Jones 169 8 Middle Tennessee 9/28/96Terrence Tillman 167 7 Kentucky Wesleyan 11/20/99Jesse Jones 167 5 Eastern Illinois 10/19/96James Huff 166 13 Austin Peay 11/17/90Derrick Townsel 165 7 Austin Peay 10/04/08Terrence Tillman 164 9 Southeast Missouri 9/18/99Joe Perez 163 11 Kentucky Wesleyan 11/20/99Derrick Townsel 161 9 UT Martin 9/27/08Stanley Howard 160 5 Tennessee Tech 10/24/87Terrence Tillman 154 7 Tennessee State 11/11/00Glen Arterburn 153 7 Southern Illinois 9/17/88Terrence Tillman 147 6 Tennessee Tech 10/28/00Shaun Boykins 145 11 Tennessee Tech 10/28/00Michael Slater 144 7 Tennessee State 11/3/01Connie Moore 143 7 Tennessee State 11/14/98DeAndre Green 141 7 Eastern Kentucky 11/1/03Anthony Robbins 138 6 Western Kentucky 11/22/80Rod Harper 138 5 Eastern Kentucky 11/4/06Terrence Tillman 137 8 Tennessee State 11/14/98Jonathan Eiland 136 10 Tennessee Tech 10/1/05Michael Slater 135 7 Southeast Missouri 10/26/01Terrence Tillman 134 8 Southern Illinois 9/11/99Glen Arterburn 134 4 Tennessee Tech 9/30/89Terrence Tillman 133 7 UT Martin 10/9/99Timmy Bland 133 7 Western Kentucky 9/8/94Norman Mason 131 5 Eastern Kentucky 10/16/93Matt Hall 130 5 Southeast Missouri 9/18/93DeAndre Green 129 9 Jacksonville State 10/4/03Michael Slater 129 9 Southeast Missouri 10/21/00Terrence Tillman 129 6 Tennessee Tech 10/30/99Randy Taylor 129 6 Western Kentucky 9/9/89Rod Harper 127 9 Lambuth 9/15/07DeAndre Green 127 8 Western Kentucky 11/30/02Jesse Jones 126 6 Southern Illinois 9/14/96Matt Hall 126 4 Morehead State 11/5/94Michael Slater 125 8 Middle Tennessee 9/16/00Brandon Warfield 125 6 UT Martin 10/3/98Marc Murray 125 6 UT Martin 9/3/88Rod Harper 124 9 Tennessee Tech 9/20/07Reggie Swinton 120 6 Eastern Illinois 11/8/97Terrence Tillman 118 11 Eastern Kentucky 11/4/00Brandon Warfield 117 7 Southern Illinois 9/13/97David Redmond 117 4 Austin Peay 10/3/92David Redmond 117 6 Eastern Kentucky 11/9/91Matt Hall 115 4 Middle Tennessee 9/24/94Rod Harper 114 7 Jacksonville State 9/29/07Glen Arterburn 114 5 UT Martin 9/3/88Reggie Swinton 113 8 Austin Peay 10/5/96James Huff 110 7 UT Martin 9/2/89Lee McCormick 110 6 Missouri State 10/26/85Derrick Townsel 109 10 Eastern Kentucky 9/26/09Garner Byars 109 4 UT Martin 10/7/00Greg King 108 3 Morehead State 9/30/78

Reggie Swinton 107 5 Eastern Kentucky 11/4/95DeAndre Green 106 3 Valparaiso 8/30/03Reggie Swinton 106 6 Tennessee State 11/16/96Dwayne Depp 106 5 Akron 10/21/89DeAndre Green 105 4 Eastern Illinois 10/18/03Herman Taylor 105 4 Tennessee Tech 10/28/95Lindseay Hudspeth 105 5 Morehead State 10/4/80Daniel Ard 104 4 Lambuth 8/28/08DeSean Hammons 104 3 Southeast Missouri 10/23/04Butch Mosby 104 2 UT Martin 10/12/91James Huff 104 6 Morehead State 11/3/90Maurice Marchman 103 2 Austin Peay 11/12/05Michael Slater 103 6 Samford 9/7/00Kwabene Idelette 103 3 Middle Tennessee 9/23/95Glen Arterburn 103 7 Austin Peay 11/18/89Reggie Swinton 102 7 Northern Iowa 11/25/95Connie Moore 101 9 Eastern Illinois 1/7/98Stanley Howard 101 5 Eastern Kentucky 10/11/86DeAndre Green 100 7 Southern Illinois 9/14/02Stanley Howard 100 4 Morehead State 11/1/86

MULTIPLE 100-YARD RECEIVING GAMES

1. Terrance Tillman ................. 9 2. DeAndre Green ................... 8 3. Reggie Swinton .................. 7 4. Michael Slater ...................... 6 5. Derrick Townsel .................. 4 Rod Harper ........................... 4 Glen Arterburn .................... 4 8. Jesse Jones ........................... 3 Matt Hall ................................ 3 James Huff ............................ 3 Stanley Howard .................. 312. Joe Perez ............................... 2 Connie Moore ..................... 2 Lee McCormick ................... 2 Anthony Robbins ............... 2

INDIVIDUAL 100-YARD RECEIVING GAMES vs.

1. Eastern Kentucky .............10 Tennessee Tech .................10 3. UT Martin .............................. 8 4. Southern Illinois ................. 7 5. Austin Peay........................... 6 Middle Tennessee .............. 6 Western Kentucky .............. 6 8. Eastern Illinois ..................... 5 Morehead State .................. 5 Southeast Missouri ............ 511. Jacksonville State ............... 2 Kentucky Wesleyan ........... 2 Samford ................................. 2 Lambuth ................................ 215. Akron ...................................... 1 Missouri State ...................... 1 Northern Iowa ..................... 1 Valparaiso ............................. 1

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500/400/300-YARD PASSING GAMES500-YARD PASSING GAMESName Yds Att-Comp Opponent YearJustin Fuente 553 35-55 Southern Illinois 9/11/99

400-YARD PASSING GAMESName Yds Att-Comp Opponent YearJustin Fuente 470 28-37 Kentucky Wesleyan 11/20/99Michael Proctor 455 27-41 Akron 10/21/89Stewart Childress 425 34-56 Western Kentucky 9/30/00Larry Tillman 425 28-51 Middle Tennessee 10/14/67

300-YARD PASSING GAMESName Yds Att-Comp Opponent YearJustin Fuente 396 25-45 Eastern Illinois 11/7/98Mike Cherry 395 18-31 Southern Illinois 9/14/96Justin Fuente 394 27-40 Tennessee State 11/14/98Mike Cherry 391 31-50 Northern Iowa 11/25/95Justin Fuente 384 19-34 Eastern Kentucky 11/6/99Jeff Ehrhardt 375 25-43 UT Martin 9/27/08Justin Fuente 369 20-37 UT Martin 10/3/98Stewart Childress 367 23-32 Tennessee State 11/11/00Justin Fuente 358 33-51 Western Kentucky 9/12/98Justin Fuente 355 24-45 Tennessee State 11/13/99Matt Haug 352 21-45 Middle Tennessee 10/18/69Michael Proctor 351 21-39 Southern Illinois 9/17/88Michael Proctor 346 27-37 UT Martin 9/2/89Jeff Ehrhardt 344 29-43 Eastern Kentucky 10/27/07Michael Proctor 341 20-50 Western Kentucky 9/9/89Justin Fuente 339 20-32 Southeast Missouri 9/18/99Michael Proctor 336 19-40 UT Martin 9/3/88Jeff Ehrhardt 330 22-29 Tennessee Tech 10/11/08Jeff Ehrhardt 330 36-46 Tennessee State 11/3/07Mike Cherry 328 17-24 Eastern Kentucky 11/4/95Stephen Hatchell 327 26-46 Eastern Kentucky 11/1/03Justin Fuente 325 20-37 Southern Illinois 9/5/98Larry Tillman 316 26-52 Eastern Kentucky 11/2/68Jeff Ehrhardt 315 31-54 UT Martin 11/10/07Mike Cherry 312 13-21 Tennessee Tech 10/28/95Michael Proctor 312 22-40 Austin Peay 11/18/89Stewart Childress 308 22-45 Tennessee State 11/3/01Michael Proctor 308 18-40 Tennessee Tech 9/30/89Jeff Ehrhardt 304 25-36 Austin Peay 10/04/08Kevin Proctor 302 23-49 Austin Peay 11/17/90

Note: List of 300-yard passers based on information available since 1948.

MULTIPLE 300-YARD PASSING GAMES

1. Justin Fuente .....................10 2. Michael Proctor .................. 7 3. Jeff Ehrhardt .................. 6 4. Mike Cherry .......................... 4 5. Stewart Childress ............... 3 6. Larry Tillman ........................ 2

INDIVIDUAL 300-YARD PASSING GAMES vs.

1. Eastern Kentucky ............... 5 Tennessee State .................. 5 UT Martin .............................. 5 4. Southern Illinois ................. 4 5. Western Kentucky .............. 3 Austin Peay........................... 3 Tennessee Tech ................... 3 8. Middle Tennessee .............. 2 9. Akron ...................................... 1 Eastern Illinois ..................... 1 Kentucky Wesleyan ........... 1 Northern Iowa ..................... 1 Southeast Missouri ............ 1

MURRAY STATE LONGEST PLAYS

Longest Run From Scrimmage 97 yards -- Carl Walker vs. Austin Peay, 1954 Stevie Chaney vs. Austin Peay, 2005

Longest Pass Completion 86 yards -- Buddy Parker to Buddy Searcy vs. North Alabama, 1959; Toby Thomason to Wayne Wilson vs. Morehead State, 1966

Longest Punt 90 yards -- Brian Bivens vs. Southeast Missouri, 2002

Longest Punt Return 100 yards -- Phil Foster vs. Morehead State, 1950

Longest Kickoff Return 99 yards -- Donald Hitson vs. Western Kentucky, 1996 Vic Kubu vs. Arkansas State, 1963 Nick Nance vs. Western Kentucky

Longest Interception Return 98 yards -- Hugh May vs. Tennessee-Martin, 1928

Longest Field Goal 62 yards -- Paul Hickert vs. Eastern Kentucky, 1986

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COACHING HONORS

HOUSTON NUTTEddie Robinson

National Coach of the Year1995

AFCA FCS Region 3Coach of the Year

19951996

Ohio Valley ConferenceCoach of the Year

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BILL FURGERSONOhio Valley Conference

Coach of the Year1968

MIKE GOTTFRIEDOhio Valley Conference

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JOHN WHEELERGuard1964

RICK FISHERRunning Back

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DANNY JOHNSONRunning Back

1978

GINO GIBBSQuarterback

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DERRICK CULLORSRunning Back

1995

LARRY TILLMANQuarterback

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GEORGE GREENFIELDRunning Back

1972

TERRY LOVEDefensive Back

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MICHAEL PROCTORQuarterback

1989

WILLIAM HAMPTONDefensive Back

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MIKE CHERRYQuarterback

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JUSTIN FUENTEQuarterback

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OVC PLAYERS OF THE YEAR

NATHAN WILLIAMSLinebacker

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AUSTEN LANEDefensive End

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1948 Winfred Dill ................................................. B John Hackney ............................................. T Powell Puckett .......................................... G Bob Sanders ................................................ E1949 Alvin Cope ................................................... C John Hackney ............................................. T1950 Phil Foster .................................................... B Gil Mains ....................................................... T1951 Bernie Behrendt ........................................ B Gil Mains ....................................................... T1952 Bernie Behrendt .............................. OB, LB John Bohna ................................................. B Mac Catlett ............................................... DE Ben Chamness ....................................... OG John Roberts ........................................... DT1953 John Bohna ................................................. B1955 Al Giordano ................................................ G Don Heine .................................................... E Carl Walker ................................................... B1956 Dave Bottos ................................................. B Al Giordano ................................................ G Don Heine .................................................... E Jere Stripling ........................................... QB1958 Willie Hickerson ........................................ G Jack Morris ................................................... B1960 Bob Burton .................................................. T1961 Bill Unyi ......................................................... E1962 Tony Fioravanti ...................................... QB Gary Foltz ..................................................... E Tommy Glover ............................................ B1963 Tony Fioravanti ...................................... QB John Wheeler ............................................. G1964 Charlie Forrest ........................................ QB Tommy Glover ............................................ B John Wheeler ........................................... LB1965 Charlie Mitchell .......................................... T John Watson ............................................... E1967 Harvey Tanner ............................................ E1968 Billy Hess .................................................... SE George Rice .............................................. OT Tony Sims ................................................. OG Larry Tillman ........................................... QB Don Veatch .............................................. DB1969 Don Williams ............................................... T Jack Wolf ...................................................... E1970 Chuck Cantrell ............................................ P Dave Ford ..................................................... T1971 Rick Fisher ................................................. RB Frank Head ............................................... LB Stan Watts .................................................... K1972 Chuck Cantrell ............................................ P George Greenfield ................................. RB1973 Charlie Carpenter ...................................... T Don Clayton ............................................. RB Joe Echert ................................................. DE Bill Farrell ...................................................... E Bruce Farris ............................................... LB Mark Hickman ........................................ DB Rodney Pickering .................................. OG1974 Charlie Carpenter ...................................... T Don Clayton ............................................. RB Tom Pandolfi ........................................... QB1975 Willie DeLoach ....................................... WR Eddie McFarland .................................... DB1976 Hank LaGorce ............................................. K Eddie McFarland .................................... DB Bruce Walker ........................................... DB Chuck Wempe ......................................... DE1977 Dan Hutchinson .................................... OG Jim Jez ........................................................... C Eddie McFarland .................................... DB1978 Dan Hutchinson .................................... OG Danny Lee Johnson ............................... RB Bruce Martin ............................................ OT David Thomas .......................................... TE

1979 Gregg Evans ............................................ DB Danny Lee Johnson ............................... RB Glenn Jones ............................................. DE Rick Lanpher ............................................ DT Terry Love .................................................... S1980 Glenn Jones ............................................. DE Rick Lanpher ............................................ DT Terry Love .................................................... S Donald White .......................................... LB1981 Gregg Evans ............................................ DB Gino Gibbs ............................................... QB Brad Johnson .............................................. C Phil Poirier ................................................ OT1982 Ronald Hopkins ..................................... DB Phil Poirier ............................................... OG Stan Trice .................................................. WR1983 Dan Coleman ........................................... DL Jimmy Hopkins ...................................... OG Jim Piercefield ......................................... DE1984 Dan Coleman ........................................... DL Ralph Robinson ..................................... DB Colby Schreckengost ............................ OT1985 Lee McCormick ...................................... WR James Yarbrough .................................. DB1986 Willie Bester ............................................. DL Stanley Howard ..................................... WR1987 Paul Hickert ................................................. K Stanley Howard ..................................... WR Marshall Sills ............................................... C Tony Woodie ............................................ LB1988 Glen Arterburn ....................................... WR Mark Burke .............................................. OG Eric Crigler ................................................ OT Greg Duncan .............................................. K Jim Murphy .............................................. DT Michael Proctor ..................................... QB1989 Danny Amato (2nd) ............................... LB Glen Arterburn (1st) ............................. WR Keith Askin (1st) ..................................... OG Anthony Brewer (1st) ............................ DE Eric Crigler (1st) ....................................... OT Michael Proctor (1st) ............................ QB1991 Greg Armstrong (2nd) .......................... OT Dave Cox (2nd) ....................................... FB Pete Hoston (2nd) ................................. DB1992 Melvin Aldridge (2nd) .......................... DE Marcus Kimbrell (2nd) ............................ O1993 Anthony Hutch (2nd) ............................ DE Marcus Kimbrell (2nd) ......................... OG Jermaine Scott (2nd) ........................... DB Xaiver Shepherd (1st) ............................ TE1994 Mike Gossett (2nd) ................................... C1995 Mike Cherry (1st) ................................... QB Brian Cox (1st) ............................................ C Derrick Cullors (1st) ............................... RB Chris Dill (1st) .......................................... PK Emmanuel Duviella (2nd) ................... DL Renardo Hampton (2nd) .................... DB William Hampton (1st) ........................ DB Anthony Hutch (1st) .............................. DL Kwabene Idelette (2nd) ...................... WR Erik Lombard (2nd) ................................... P Ronnie Merritt (1st) ............................... LB Mark Robinson (2nd) ............................ OT Mike Ruppe (1st) ................................... OG Reuel Shepherd (2nd) .......................... LB KennyThomas (2nd) ............................. DB1996 Mike Cherry (1st) ................................... QB Anthony Downs (1st) ............................ RB William Hampton (1st) ........................ DB Rob Hart (1st) .......................................... PK Anthony Hutch (1st) .............................. DL Jesse Jones (2nd) .................................. WR David McCann (2nd) ............................. RB Ronnie Merritt (1st) ............................... LB

Mark Robinson (2nd) ........................... OG Reginald Swinton (1st) ........................ WR Willie Van Gorder (2nd) ........................ OT1997 Dan Brown (1st) ...................................... OT Anthony Downs (1st) ............................ RB Brian Cox (2nd) .......................................... C Rob Hart (1st) .......................................... PK Ronnie Merritt (1st) ............................... LB Kenny Thomas (1st) ................................ FS Mark Robinson (2nd) ........................... OG Marcus Stepp (2nd) ............................... DE1998 Justin Bivins (2nd) .................................. RB Tony Esters (2nd) .................................... LB Justin Fuente (2nd) ............................... QB Kenneth Knotts (2nd) ........................... DE Greg Miller (1st) ...................................... PK Marcus Stepp (1st) ................................. DE Chris Vaughn (1st) .................................. LB Jason Williams (2nd) ................................ C1999 Brian Bivens (1st) ....................................... P Ron Brown (2nd) .................................... OL Paul Carrizal (2nd) .................................. OL Justin Fuente (1st) ................................ QB Jermaine Manning (1st) ....................... RB Joe Perez (2nd) ....................................... WR Terrence Tillman (1st) .......................... WR Jason Williams (2nd) ................................ C Steve Williams (2nd) .............................. DL2000 Shaun Boykins (2nd) ............................ WR Garner Byars (2nd) ................................. RB Stewart Childress (2nd) ...................... QB Beau Guest (1st) .................................... DB Josh Foster (2nd) ....................................... C Josh McKeel (2nd) ................................... TE Mario Riley (2nd) .................................... RB Michael Slater (1st) .............................. WR Philip Wasson (2nd) ............................... DL Jai Williams (1st) ..................................... LB2001 Shane Andrus (1st) ................................ PK James Bridges (2nd) .............................. DT Jeremy Davis (2nd) ............................... DB Ed Johnson (2nd) ................................... DE Clint Parker (2nd) ................................... OT2002 Shane Andrus (1st) ................................ PK Brian Bivens (1st) ....................................... P Billy Blanchard (1st) ............................... RB Deandre Green (1st) ............................. WR Mandrell McGregory (2nd) ................ DB Clint Parker (1st) ..................................... OT Bobby Sanders (2nd) ............................ LB Demetrick Westbrook (2nd) .............. DB2003 Laroni Gallishaw (2nd) ........................ DB Deandre Green (2nd) ........................... WR Michael Hanley (2nd) .......................... DB Jesse Ohliger (2nd) ................................ PK Marcus White (1st) ................................. DE2004 Justin Ard (1st) ........................................ OL Laroni Gallishaw (2nd) ........................ DB Eugene Russell (2nd) ............................ OL Onsha Whitaker (2nd) ......................... DB Marcus White (2nd) ............................... DL2005 Nick Turner (2nd) .................................... RS2007 DeAngelo Nelson (1st) ............................TE Jeff Ehrhardt (2nd) .................................. QB Rod Harper (2nd) ....................................WR Derrick Parrott (2nd) ...............................CB2008 Austen Lane (1st) .....................................DL Nathan Williams (1st) .............................. LB DeAngelo Nelson (2nd) ..........................TE Derrick Townsel (2nd) ............................WR2009 Kienan Cullen (1st) .....................................P Austen Lane (1st) .....................................DE DeAngelo Nelson (1st) ............................TE Tamar Butler (2nd) ................................... LB Kienan Cullen (2nd) ....................................K Derrick Townsel (2nd) .....................WR/RS

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YEAR-BY-YEAR RECORDS Overall OVC Murray Opp.Year Record Record Points Points Coach1924 3-3-3 28 88 Irby Koffman1925 6-0-1 172 9 Carlisle Cutchin1926 5-2-1 101 54 Carlisle Cutchin1927 7-1-1 123 71 Carlisle Cutchin1928 9-0-1 428 25 Carlisle Cutchin1929 5-4-0 113 90 Carlisle Cutchin1930 5-4-0 137 85 Carlisle Cutchin1931 5-3-1 134 80 Ray Morgan1932 4-2-3 132 19 Roy Stewart1933 9-0-0 255 25 Roy Stewart1934 6-3-0 195 67 Roy Stewart1935 3-5-0 95 104 Roy Stewart1936 5-4-0 164 91 Roy Stewart1937 8-1-1 219 62 Roy Stewart1938 6-2-1 205 68 Roy Stewart1939 4-4-1 112 102 Roy Stewart1940 4-3-2 128 64 Roy Stewart1941 4-3-2 135 58 Jim Moore1942 1-5-2 63 135 Roy Stewart1943 No Team - World War II 1944 5-2-0 166 64 Roy Stewart1945 5-2-1 176 130 Roy Stewart1946 5-5-0 196 227 Jim Moore1947 6-3-0 133 117 Jim Moore1948 9-1-1 3-1-0 280 86 Fred Faurot1949 1-7-1 1-6-0 72 159 Fred Faurot1950 7-2-1 5-0-1 182 110 Fred Faurot1951 8-1-0 5-1-0 190 54 Fred Faurot1952 4-4-0 3-2-0 138 116 Fred Faurot1953 3-6-0 1-4-0 141 128 Fred Faurot1954 5-4-0 3-2-0 177 148 Fred Faurot1955 6-4-0 2-3-0 178 154 Fred Faurot1956 6-4-0 4-1-0 216 161 Jim Cullivan1957 3-5-1 1-3-1 121 171 Jim Cullivan1958 3-7-0 2-4-0 114 174 Jim Cullivan1959 0-10-0 0-6-0 62 237 Jim Cullivan1960 5-5-0 4-2-0 146 137 Don Shelton1961 4-6-0 2-4-0 161 172 Don Shelton1962 5-5-0 1-5-0 121 185 Don Shelton1963 5-5-0 3-4-0 153 203 Don Shelton1964 5-4-1 3-3-1 198 168 Don Shelton1965 2-6-2 1-4-2 158 188 Don Shelton1966 0-10-0 0-7-0 88 321 Don Shelton

Overall OVC Murray Opp.Year Record Record Points Points Coach1967 4-6-0 2-5-0 230 208 Bill Furgerson1968 7-2-1 5-2-0 276 165 Bill Furgerson1969 5-4-1 2-4-1 252 257 Bill Furgerson1970 4-6-0 1-6-0 166 183 Bill Furgerson1971 5-4-1 3-3-1 160 208 Bill Furgerson1972 4-6-0 2-5-0 141 160 Bill Furgerson1973 7-3-0 5-2-0 217 182 Bill Furgerson1974 9-2-0 5-2-0 169 146 Bill Furgerson1975 4-5-1 3-3-1 111 120 Bill Furgerson1976 5-6-0 4-3-0 122 148 Bill Furgerson1977 6-5-0 4-3-0 161 185 Bill Furgerson1978 4-7-0 1-5-0 227 237 Mike Gottfried1979 9-2-1 6-0-0 272 144 Mike Gottfried1980 9-2-0 5-2-0 230 100 Mike Gottfried1981 8-3-0 5-3-0 329 160 Frank Beamer1982 4-7-0 2-5-0 143 152 Frank Beamer1983 7-4-0 4-3-0 209 127 Frank Beamer1984 9-2-0 5-2-0 311 162 Frank Beamer1985 7-3-1 5-2-0 280 217 Frank Beamer1986 7-4-1 6-1-0 258 225 Frank Beamer1987 6-5-0 3-3-0 285 195 Mike Mahoney1988 4-6-0 4-2-0 206 205 Mike Mahoney1989 6-4-1 3-3-0 284 258 Mike Mahoney1990 2-9-0 1-5-0 95 429 Mike Mahoney1991 3-8-0 1-6-0 162 313 Mike Mahoney1992 2-9-0 1-7-0 166 317 Mike Mahoney1993 4-7-0 4-4-0 201 279 Houston Nutt1994 5-6-0 4-4-0 262 321 Houston Nutt1995 11-1-0 8-0-0 455 149 Houston Nutt1996 11-2-0 8-0-0 458 206 Houston Nutt1997 7-4-0 5-2-0 289 172 Denver Johnson1998 7-4-0 5-2-0 313 328 Denver Johnson1999 7-4-0 5-2-0 415 302 Denver Johnson2000 6-5-0 4-3-0 366 332 Joe Pannunzio2001 4-6-0 2-4-0 216 315 Joe Pannunzio2002 7-5-0 5-1-0 382 351 Joe Pannunzio2003 4-8-0 3-5-0 225 338 Joe Pannunzio2004 7-4-0 6-2-0 287 220 Joe Pannunzio2005 2-9-0 0-7-0 218 377 Joe Pannunzio2006 1-10-0 0-8-0 195 386 Matt Griffin2007 2-9-0 1-7-0 292 448 Matt Griffin2008 5-7-0 4-4-0 272 376 Matt Griffin2009 3-8-0 2-6-0 200 345 Matt Griffin

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COACHING HISTORYAll-Time Winningest Murray State Coaches

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Coach Wins Tenure Years Record Pct. 1. Roy Stewart 60 1932-40, 12 60-33-11 .630 ‘42, 1944-45 Bill Furgerson 60 1967-77 11 60-49-4 .549 3. Fred Faurot 43 1948-55 8 43-29-3 .593 4. Frank Beamer 42 1981-86 6 42-23-2 .642 5. Carlisle Cutchin 37 1925-30 6 37-11-4 .750 6. Houston Nutt 31 1993-96 4 31-16-0 .660 7. Joe Pannunzio 30 2000-05 6 30-37-0 .448 8. Don Shelton 26 1960-66 7 26-41-3 .393 9. Mike Mahoney 23 1987-92 6 23-41-1 .36210. Mike Gottfried 22 1978-80 3 22-11-1 .66211. Denver Johnson 21 1997-99 3 21-12-0 .63612. Jim Moore 16 1941, ‘46-47 3 16-11-1 .589 13. Jim Cullivan 12 1956-59 4 12-26-1 .32114. Matt Griffin 11 2006-09 4 11-34-0 .24415. Ray Morgan 5 1931 1 5-3-1 .61116. Irby Koffman 3 1924 1 3-3-3 .500

All-Time Winningest Murray State Coaches (By Percentage)

Coach Pct. Tenure Years Record Wins 1. Carlisle Cutchin .750 1925-30 6 37-11-4 37 2. Mike Gottfried .662 1978-80 3 22-11-1 22 3. Houston Nutt .660 1993-96 4 31-16-0 31 4. Frank Beamer .642 1981-86 6 42-23-2 42 5. Denver Johnson .636 1997-99 3 21-12-0 21 6. Roy Stewart .630 1932-40, 12 60-33-11 60 ‘42, 1944-45 7. Ray Morgan .611 1931 1 5-3-1 5 8. Fred Faurot .593 1948-55 8 43-29-3 43 9. Jim Moore .589 1941, ‘46-47 3 16-11-1 16 10. Bill Furgerson .549 1967-77 11 60-49-4 6011. Irby Koffman .500 1924 1 3-3-3 312. Joe Pannunzio .448 2000-05 6 30-37-0 3013. Don Shelton .393 1960-66 7 26-41-3 2614. Mike Mahoney .362 1987-92 6 23-41-1 2315. Jim Cullivan .321 1956-59 4 12-26-1 1216. Matt Griffin .244 2006-09 4 11-34-0 11

All-Time Murray State Coaches (By Years)

Coach Years Wins Tenure Record Pct. 1. Roy Stewart 12 60 1932-40, 60-33-11 .630 ‘42, 1944-45 2. Bill Furgerson 11 60 1967-77 60-49-4 .549 3. Fred Faurot 8 43 1948-55 43-29-3 .593 4. Don Shelton 7 26 1960-66 26-41-3 .393 5. Frank Beamer 6 42 1981-86 42-23-2 .642 Carlisle Cutchin 6 37 1925-30 37-11-4 .750 Joe Pannunzio 6 30 2000-05 30-37-0 .448 Mike Mahoney 6 23 1987-92 23-41-1 .362 9. Matt Griffin 4 11 2006-09 11-34-0 .244 Houston Nutt 4 31 1993-96 31-16-0 .660 Jim Cullivan 4 12 1956-59 12-26-1 .32112. Mike Gottfried 3 22 1978-80 22-11-1 .662 Denver Johnson 3 21 1997-99 21-12-0 .636 Jim Moore 3 16 1941, ‘46-47 16-11-1 .589 15. Ray Morgan 1 5 1931 5-3-1 .611 Irby Koffman 1 3 1924 3-3-3 .500

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Jan. 1, 1949 • Orlando, Fla.

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TANGERINE BOWLThe Murray State Thoroughbreds took

their 9-1 record into their first and only bowl game appearance. MSU traveled to Orlando, Fla., for a Tangerine Bowl encounter with Sul Ross State of Alpine, Texas.

Murray State entered the game having outscored its opponents 259-65 during the regular season. MSU was led by halfbacks Winfred Dill and Joe Bronson, and end Bob Sanders, who doubled as the team’s kicker and booted a school-record 27 extra points.

Sul Ross featured a massive lineman, Dan Blocker. The 6-4, 270-pound Blocker would later achieve fame in the role of Hoss Cart-wright on the TV series “Bonanza.”

Though Murray State stopped the Lobos when John Hackney recovered a fumble on the 1-yard line in the game’s opening drive, Sul Ross returned the favor by recovering a Murray fumble on the Thoroughbreds’ 2-yard line later in the quarter. Three plays later, Sul Ross took a 7-0 lead.

The Lobos upped the lead to 14-0 early in the second quarter on a 29-yard pass, but Murray State answered quickly. Receiving the ensuing kickoff on his 15-yard line, Bron-son scampered 85 yards for MSU’s first score. Sanders added the extra point, cutting the Sul Ross lead to 14-7.

Later in the quarter, another Murray State fumble gave Sul Ross good field position, as the Lobos drove 26 yards in seven plays to take a 21-7 lead by halftime.

The second half was all Murray State. Held to just six yards net rushing in the first half, MSU began moving the ball on the ground in the third quarter, and scored on a 7-yard touchdown run by Dale McDaniel to cut the lead to 21-14. After forcing Sul Ross to punt on its next possession, Murray State moved the ball to the Lobo 37, when McDaniel zipped 37 yards to paydirt. Sanders provided the extra point, tying the score at 21-all.

MSU’s momentum was team-wide, as the Thoroughbred defense again held on the next possession and blocked the Lobos’ punt. With time running out, Murray State moved the ball to the Lobo 15-yard line, set-ting up Sanders for a fourth-down field goal attempt. The reeling Lobo defense was able to rise one last time, blocking the kick, and forcing the game to end in a tie.

Dec. 8, 1979 • Murray, Ky.

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NCAA SEMIFINALMurray State made its first NCAA Division

I-AA playoff appearance at home and entered the game ranked No. 2 in the nation, having won its last eight regular season games.

In his second year guiding the Racers, head coach Mike Gottfried assembled a team which emphasized defense. Led by All-America safety Terry Love, the team rolled through the Ohio Valley Conference season with an unblemished 6-0 record, outscoring league foes 162-55.

Overall, the Racer defense ranked fifth in the country in total defense and second in stopping the run, holding opponents to a mere 64.1 yards rushing per game. Future head coach Mike Mahoney was making his debut on the Racer coaching staff that sea-son, in charge of the defensive line.

Playing before the cameras of ABC Sports, Murray State’s playoff opponent was the No. 4 ranked Lehigh Engineers (the I-AA playoffs consisted of just four teams in 1979), who provided a stern test on a 38-degree day at Stewart Stadium.

After the Racers failed to move the ball in their first possession, Lehigh marched 42 yards to the Racer 4-yard line. Three running plays netted but three yards, setting up a fourth down chip-shot field goal, but Love blasted through the line to block the kick, keeping the game scoreless.

The game remained deadlocked until Le-high “engineered” a 10-play, 63-yard touch-down drive in the second quarter, plunging over with 11:32 remaining in the half.

Lehigh went ahead 14-0 later in the quar-ter, driving 57 yards in six plays. By halftime, Lehigh had outgained Murray State 223-85, and held a 154-55 rushing yardage advan-tage.

The second half saw the Racers show signs of life, as David Tuck’s 24-yard field goal mid-way through the third quarter cut the lead to 14-3.

The Racers closed the gap in the fourth to 14-9 on a 23-yard scoring pass from Ricky Ray to Greg King, set up by a 21-yard run off a fake punt by Kenny Davis.

However, Lehigh answered by scoring two fourth quarter touchdowns to seal the con-test.

Nov. 29, 1986 • Charleston, Ill.

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NCAA FIRST ROUNDUnlike their previous playoff appearance,

the 1986 Racers were the underdogs against Eastern Illinois, as Murray State had to win its last six conference games to finish the sea-son as Ohio Valley Conference co-champions and achieve a No. 18 ranking in the NCAA Di-vision I-AA poll with a 7-3-1 record.

Homestanding Eastern Illinois (10-1) en-tered the game ranked No. 3, and featured one of I-AA’s most-feared passing attacks, leading the nation with 326 yards per game.

The Racers countered with a strong ground game, which had produced seven individual 100-yard rushing games, led by tailback Rod-ney Payne’s 838 yards. Through the air, fresh-man quarterback Michael Proctor threw for 1,508 yards and nine touchdowns.

After the Racer defense stopped EIU on two drives, the Racers opened the scoring late in the first quarter, as Proctor found back Frank Thigpen open for a 2-yard touchdown pass, capping a nine-play, 79-yard drive.

The Racers went ahead 14-0 early in the second quarter after recovering a fumble at the EIU 9-yard line. Proctor hit tight end Bob Jacob for Murray State’s second touchdown.

But EIU’s offense heated up, scoring on two long scoring drives and tying the game 14-all by halftime.

In the third quarter, MSU’s defense stopped EIU twice inside the 10-yard line, forcing the Panthers to settle for two field goals and a 20-14 lead.

The Racers answered late in the quarter. Led by tailback Bill Bird, who opened the drive with a 12-yard blast, the Racers drove 74 yards in 10-plays. Proctor capped the drive with his third touchdown pass of the af-ternoon, a 32-yard strike to speedy wideout Stanley Howard. Paul Hickert’s extra point gave the Racers a 21-20 lead with 11:26 re-maining in the game.

But after both teams traded punts, EIU took the lead for good, driving 72 yards in four quick plays. With the Racer defense loosened for the pass – EIU threw 54 times – the Panthers scored on a 9-yard run with 7:24 remaining. The two-point conversion gave EIU its final 28-21 margin, as Murray State’s comeback hopes were dashed by a late in-terception.

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Nov. 25, 1995 • Murray, Ky.

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NCAA FIRST ROUNDIn 1995, not one Racer was tabbed as a

preseason All-Ohio Valley Conference selec-tion, and although MSU finished fourth the previous two seasons after being picked to place ninth and seventh respectively, MSU was picked to finish sixth in the league’s pre-season poll.

The Racers didn’t let any of that stop them on their way to an unblemished 11-0 regu-lar season in 1995. MSU began what would grow over three seasons to 19 straight OVC victories.

Murray State entered the playoffs ranked fourth and seeded fourth.

MSU hosted a determined Northern Iowa team in the first round, and the Panthers came ready to play.

UNI jumped out in front 14-0 after a pair of touchdown passes from Chris Berg to Alonzo Clayton.

A Derrick Cullors 10-yard scoring run got the Racers on the board, but Northern Iowa came right back with another Berg-to-Clay-ton scoring pass, this time from 31 yards out. It would not be the last the Racers would hear from Berg or Clayton.

Mike Cherry connected with Kwabe Ide-lette for a 22-yard touchdown pass with eight seconds left in the first half to make it 21-14.

A two-yard touchdown run by Cherry in the third quarter tied the score at 21-all. Berg gave UNI another 7-point cushion when he connected on a 60-yard touchdown pass in the closing seconds of the third quarter.

MSU tied it again with another touchdown pass from Cherry, but Berg came right back and put the Panthers in front, 35-28, with a 12-yard scoring toss.

The Racers were stopped on downs on their next drive, but they forced a Northern Iowa punt and had the ball back with 3:12 left in the game.

Cherry orchestrated a 10-play, 73-yard scoring drive capped off by a 7-yard touch-down run by David McCann. MSU only need-ed to convert the extra point to tie the game with 1:26 left on the clock.

Chris Dill’s kick was blocked by Clayton, and Northern Iowa held on for the 35-34 up-set.

Murray State attempted an onside kick with hopes of getting the ball back, but the Panthers recovered the ball.

Nov. 30, 1996 • Murray, Ky.

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Conference dominance in 1996. The Racers went undefeated in the OVC for the second straight season.

After an overtime loss to Western Kentucky in the first game of the season, MSU rolled to 10 straight victories to close out the regular season.

The Racers out-scored their opponents in 1996 by an average score of 39-15. The bal-anced offensive attack averaged 233 yards through the air and 208 on the ground.

The Murray State defense limited foes to just 259 yards per game.

Promising they were more prepared than the year before when they were knocked off at home by Northern Iowa in the first round, the Racers blew open a close game against Western Illinois and won 34-6 in a steady rain.

The victory was the first playoff win in pro-gram history.

Neither team scored until Anthony Downs broke loose for a 45-yard touchdown run with 7:13 left in the second quarter. Murray State took that 7-0 lead into the locker room at halftime.

A punt return by Western Illinois to the MSU 3-yard line set up a scoring run by Brian Knuckles. The Leathernecks couldn’t convert the extra point and Murray State led 7-6.

Rob Hart connected on a 23-yard field goal with 7:42 left in the third quarter to extend the Racer advantage to 10-6.

Another Hart field goal early in the fourth quarter opened up a 24-point final frame ex-plosion by the offense, and the Racer defense continued to keep WIU out of the end zone.

David McCann had a pair of 1-yard touch-down runs, and Donald Hitson capped the scoring with a 20-yard touchdown run with 1:30 left in the game.

William Hampton’s 44-yard interception return set the Racers up at the WIU 14-yard line. After a penalty pushed MSU back to the 28, McCann ripped off a 27-yard run to set up his second touchdown.

Murray State outgained Western Illinois 232-45 on the ground, led by Downs and his 131 yards on 22 carries.

McCann finished with 54 yards on 12 car-ries to go along with his two touchdowns.

Dec. 7, 1996 • Troy, Ala.

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NCAA QUARTERFINALSWith the first-ever playoff win under their

belts, the Racers flew to Troy, Ala., to meet Troy.

Though the defense played better than the score indicated, MSU was outmatched physically and couldn’t overcome five turn-overs and a stingy Trojan defense.

More was lost than a game on that day. Head coach Houston Nutt, who led MSU to national prominence in four short years, left for Boise State, and MSU lost one of its finest senior classes ever.

Transfers such as Mike Cherry, Mathias Vavao, Donald Hitson, Deon Smith and Jesse Jones played just two years at MSU, but never lost an OVC game. The four-year seniors, what Nutt called “the core” - Terry Anthony, Willie Corbin, Elliott Dunn, Renardo Hampton, William Hampton, Anthony Hutch, David McCann, Carlos Ransey, Tim Scarbor-ough and Tony Turner - suffered through lean times and emerged on the other side as champions.

Troy scored a touchdown in the first and second quarters to carry a 14-0 advantage into the locker room at halftime.

A 42-yard field goal by Rob Hart midway through the third quarter got the Racers on the board, but they still trailed 14-3 heading into the final quarter of play.

Less than a minute into the fourth quarter the Trojans extended their lead to 17-3 on Matt Huerkamp’s 27-yard field goal.

Joe Jackson’s second 1-yard touchdown run of the game capped an 8-play, 61-yard Troy drive and gave the home team a 24-3 lead with 4:55 left on the clock.

Terrell Smith’s touchdown run from one yard out and 29 seconds remaining in the game set the final score at 31-3.

Murray State finished with more first downs than the Trojans, 16 to 15, but the Troy State defense limited the Racers to only 15 net rushing yards, while the Troy offense ran for 253 yards.

Troy’s balanced rushing attack left Arrid Gregory with 89 yards, Jackson with 72 and Stan Davis with 66.

Cherry had a tough day, throwing four interceptions and completing just 18-of-40 pass attempts.

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POSTSEASON HISTORYNov. 30, 2002 • Bowling Green, Ky.

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NCAA FIRST ROUNDThe 2002 Racers were not expected to be

playoff contenders. It took a last-second field goal in the final game of the regular season to give Murray State a share of the Ohio Valley Championship and the league’s automatic bid to the playoffs.

Billy Blanchard, MSU’s last 1,000-yard rusher, led an MSU running game that aver-aged 249.6 yards per game in 2002.

Unfortunately the Racers drew a first round match-up with a Western Kentucky team destined to win the national champi-onship.

The Hilltoppers used a potent running game of their own to dispatch MSU in the first round.

WKU left little doubt after scoring on four of its first five possessions and putting up 24 unanswered points in the first quarter. A missed field goal attempt from 54 yards out was the only time the Hilltoppers didn’t put points on the board the first five times they got the ball.

Western scored three times on the ground in the opening frame.

Deandre Green’s 18-yard touchdown re-ception early in the second period drew the visitors to within 24-7, but the Hilltoppers kept scoring.

Western’s fourth rushing touchdown made it 38-14 at halftime.

Less than two minutes into the second half Western made it seven scores in nine chances. The Hilltoppers would be forced to punt just twice in the entire game.

Murray State managed just one touch-down in the second half as Western Ken-tucky rolled to a 59-20 win and moved one step closer on its path to the national title.

WKU outgained the Racers 350 to 103 on the ground for the game. Three Hilltoppers had 80 or more yards on the ground led by Jeremi Johnson’s 160. Maurice Bradley had three of WKU’s five scoring runs.

Ron Lane led Murray State with 66 yards. Blanchard scored MSU’s only rushing touch-down.

Stewart Childress completed 12 of 24 passes for Murray State and totaled 149 yards through the air. He tossed a pair of scoring passes.

Green finished with 127 yards on eight catches to go along with his touchdown re-ception. Jimmy St. Louis capped an 8-play, 58-yard scoring drive in the fourth quarter with a 1-yard touchdown catch.

MURRAY STATE IN FINAL POLLSYEAR POLL RANK1979 NCAA No. 2 Final Regular Season1980 NCAA t - No. 10 Final Regular Season1981 NCAA No. 9 Final Regular Season1984 NCAA No. 13 Final Regular Season1985 NCAA No. 17 Final Regular Season1986 NCAA No. 18 Final Regular Season1995 Sports Network No. 4 Final Regular Season1996 Sports Network No. 4 Final Regular Season1998 USA Today/ESPN No. 20 After Playoffs1998 Sports Network No. 23 Final Regular Season2002 USA Today/ESPN No. 22 After Playoffs2002 Sports Network No. 20 After Playoffs

RACER FOOTBALL MILESTONESGAMES

No. Date Opponent Result 1st Sept. 26, 1924 Union University (Fr.) T, 0-0 100th Oct. 18, 1935 at Tennessee Tech W, 13-6 200th Nov. 8, 1947 at Marshall L, 20-41 300th Oct. 11, 1958 at Louisville L, 0-27 400th Oct. 12, 1968 at Southeast Missouri State W, 27-14 500th Sept. 2, 1978 Southeast Missouri State L, 12-24 600th Nov. 29, 1986 at Eastern Illinois L, 21-28 700th Sept. 9, 1996 Western Kentucky L, 41-44(2ot) 800th Nov. 13, 2004 Tennessee-Martin W, 38-0

WINS No. Date Opponent Score 1st Oct. 3, 1924 Lambuth 7-0 100th Oct. 28, 1944 at Illinois Wesleyan 28-13 200th Oct. 9, 1965 at Morehead State 13-12 300th Oct. 29, 1983 Eastern Kentucky 23-10 400th Nov. 20, 1999 Kentucky Wesleyan 53-0

TOP INDIVIDUAL PLAYOFF PERFORMANCES

Rushing Yards131 Anthony Downs ............................................ vs. Western Illinois (11/30/96)

Rushing Touchdowns2 David McCann ............................................... vs. Western Illinois (11/30/96)

Passing Yards391 Mike Cherry ..................................................... vs. Northern Iowa (11/25/95)

Passing Touchdowns3 Michael Proctor ................................................at Eastern Illinois (11/29/86)

Receiving Yards127 DeAndre Green .........................................at Western Kentucky (11/30/02)

Tackles11 Tyrone Parks ...............................................at Western Kentucky (11/30/02)


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Year-By-Year Attendance Overall Average HomeYear Atten. Atten. Record High Opponent Result Score1973 59,345 11,869 5-0-0 14,619 Morehead State W 30-161974 75,050 12,508 6-0-0 5,200 Western Kentucky W 9-71975 54,300 10,860 3-2-0 14,200 Morehead State* W 17-31976 59,000 9,833 3-3-0 13,000 Delta State L 0-141977 50,450 10,090 2-3-0 15,200 Eastern Kentucky* W 24-201978 57,300 9,550 4-2-0 13,800 East Tennessee State* W 34-211979 69,300 11,550 4-2-0 16,000 Eastern Kentucky* W 24-71980 85,100 14,183 6-0-0 16,300 Middle Tennessee* W 38-61981 50,200 12,550 3-1-0 ^16,600 Eastern Kentucky* L 20-241982 55,500 7,929 3-4-0 12,500 Middle Tennessee* L 9-271983 37,814 7,563 5-0-0 12,863 Missouri State* W 19-01984 52,600 8,767 5-1-0 12,000 Akron* W 13-61985 55,800 11,160 5-0-0 14,800 Morehead State* W 35-91986 37,792 6,299 4-1-1 9,250 Southern Illinois L 0-311987 32,371 6,474 5-0-0 10,211 Morehead State* W 53-151988 20,435 4,087 2-3-0 6,488 Tennessee-Martin L 24-321989 35,796 7,159 5-0-1 10,850 Morehead State* W 27-131990 26,980 5,396 1-4-0 7,184 Eastern Illinois W 14-101991 24,946 4,158 3-3-0 7,611 Tennessee-Martin* W 40-341992 17,778 2,963 2-4-0 7,383 Austin Peay* W 27-101993 28,783 5,757 3-2-0 8,381 Austin Peay* W 38-141994 30,978 6,196 1-4-0 10,813 Tennessee Tech* L 21-381995 57,381 11,476 5-1-0 15,711 Eastern Kentucky W 17-71996 64,303 8,038 7-1-0 14,315 Austin Peay* W 51-71997 37,554 7,511 4-1-0 14,062 Austin Peay* W 51-01998 45,852 9,170 4-1-0 12,198 Western Kentucky W 36-311999 29,329 4,888 6-0-0 9,277 Eastern Illinois* W 37-322000 35,983 7,197 3-2-0 11,276 Tennessee Tech* L 36-212001 8,690 2,897 2-1-0 3,501 Tennessee-Martin* W 35-172002 34,000 5,667 6-0-0 8,307 Tennessee Tech* W 31-142003 24,194 4,032 2-4-0 6,660 Indiana State L 10-172004 21,974 4,394 5-0-0 6,845 Tennessee Tech W 34-152005 18,248 3,650 2-3-0 5,356 Indiana State W 27-152006 18,588 3,718 0-5-0 5,801 Samford* L 7-332007 20,175 4,035 1-4-0 5,843 Eastern Illinois* L 24-272008 27,258 4,543 4-2-0 6,392 Tennessee Tech* W 51-212009 22,378 4,476 2-3-0 5,977 Kentucky Wesleyan W 66-10

TOTAL 1,445,971 7,193 132-67-2 16,600

* Denotes Homecoming Game^ Denotes Stewart Stadium Record

All-Time Home Series

Akron ................................................................... 3-0-1Austin Peay ......................................................12-2-0Cameron ............................................................. 1-0-0Central Missouri ............................................... 0-1-0Delta State.......................................................... 0-1-0Eastern Illinois ................................................... 7-4-0Eastern Kentucky ...........................................9-10-0East Tennessee State ...................................... 2-1-0Evansville ............................................................ 1-0-0Glenville State ................................................... 1-0-0Illinois State ....................................................... 1-2-0Indiana State ..................................................... 3-1-0Jacksonville State ............................................ 1-2-0Kentucky Wesleyan ......................................... 1-0-0Lambuth ............................................................. 9-0-0Lehigh .................................................................. 0-1-0Liberty ................................................................. 1-0-0Middle Tennessee ............................................ 7-5-0Missouri-Rolla ................................................... 1-0-0Missouri State ................................................... 2-0-0Morehead State ..............................................10-2-0Northern Iowa .................................................. 0-1-0Samford............................................................... 3-1-0South Carolina State ....................................... 1-0-0Southeastern Louisiana................................. 0-1-0Southeast Missouri .......................................14-2-0Southern Illinois ............................................... 5-2-0Tennessee-Martin ..........................................11-5-0Tennessee State ............................................... 6-5-0Tennessee Tech ..............................................11-8-0Valparaiso ........................................................... 1-0-0West Virginia Tech ........................................... 1-0-0Western Carolina ............................................. 1-1-0Western Illinois ................................................. 2-0-0Western Kentucky ........................................... 6-6-1Youngstown State ........................................... 4-0-0

Games ......................................................196Record .................................. 130-64-2 (.670)


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1924 (3-3-3)Coach: Irby Koffman

Home: 3-0-2 • Away: 0-3-1 • Neutral: 0-0S. 26 Union U. Freshmen T 0-0O. 3 Lambuth W 7-0O. 10 at Evansville L 0-22O. 17 Hall-Moody W 13-0O. 24 at Bethel (Tenn.) L 0-60N. 1 at Paducah Tilghman T 0-0N. 7 Ogden College W 8-0N. 14 at Bethel (Ky.) L 0-6N. 27 Memphis T 0-0

1925 (6-0-1)Coach: Carlisle Cutchin

Home: 5-0-1 • Away: 0-0 • Neutral: 1-0O. 2 vs. Hall-Moody# W 6-0O. 9 Union U. Freshmen W 38-0O. 16 Bethel (Ky.) W 58-0N. 5 Middle Tennessee W 6-0N. 14 Lambuth W 37-0N. 20 Will Mayfield College W 27-9N. 26 Ogden College T 0-0# at Martin, Tenn.


Home: 3-0 • Away: 2-2-1 • Neutral: 0-0O. 2 at Lambuth W 18-0O. 8 Hall-Moody W 25-0O. 16 at Union University L 0-6O. 23 at Will Mayfield College W 26-0O. 29 Southeast Missouri W 3-0N. 6 at Middle Tennessee T 0-0N. 13 at St. Xavier L 0-48N. 25 Memphis W 29-0


Home: 4-0-1 • Away: 3-1 • Neutral: 0-0S. 30 Southern Illinois W 6-3O. 7 at Southeast Missouri W 6-0O. 15 at Louisville L 0-14O. 17 Lambuth W 12-0O. 28 at UT Martin W 13-7N. 5 Middle Tennessee W 14-7N. 11 at Bethel (Ky.) W 25-19N. 18 Will Mayfield College W 33-7N. 24 Memphis T 14-14


Home: 6-0 • Away: 3-0-1 • Neutral: 0-0S. 28 at Southern Illinois T 0-0O. 5 Southeast Missouri W 12-0O. 12 Bethel (Ky.) W 39-0O. 19 UT Martin W 34-6O. 27 at Lambuth W 13-0N. 3 at Middle Tennessee W 14-6N. 10 North Alabama W 86-0N. 17 Arkansas State W 71-7N. 24 at Memphis W 40-0D. 1 Will Mayfield College W 119-6

1929 (5-4)Coach: Carlisle Cutchin

Home: 4-2 • Away: 0-2 • Neutral: 1-0O. 11 Southern Illinois W 13-12O. 19 Eastern Kentucky W 46-0O. 25 at Southeast Missouri L 0-6N. 2 Middle Tennessee L 0-6N. 8 at Cumberland L 14-26N. 15 Jonesboro W ForfeitN. 19 vs. Lambuth# W 14-6N. 23 Memphis L 13-27N. 28 UT Martin W 13-7# at Mayfield, Ky.

1930 (5-4)Coach: Carlisle Cutchin

Home: 3-1 • Away: 2-3 • Neutral: 0-0S. 26 at Southern Illinois L 6-25O. 4 Delta State W 26-0O. 10 at Eastern Kentucky W 52-0O. 17 at UT Martin W 7-0N. 1 at Middle Tennessee L 0-19N. 7 Tennessee Tech L 6-26N. 14 Southeast Missouri W 7-0N. 18 Lambuth# W 33-6N. 22 at Memphis L 0-9

1931 (5-3-1)Coach: Ray Morgan

Home: 3-0-1 • Away: 1-3 • Neutral: 1-0S. 25 at Union University L 2-20O. 2 Delta State T 12-12O. 10 at Tennessee Tech L 7-19O. 24 at Western Kentucky L 0-7O. 31 Middle Tennessee (H) W 13-7N. 7 at Southeast Missouri W 32-6N. 11 vs. Miami (Fla.)# W 15-0N. 18 Lambuth W 25-7N. 27 Memphis W 28-2# at Paducah, Ky.

1932 (4-2-3)Coach: Roy Stewart

Home: 2-1-2 • Away: 2-1-1 • Neutral: 0-0S. 24 at Centre College L 0-7S. 30 at Southern Illinois T 0-0O. 8 Louisville W 105-0O. 15 Union University W 14-0O. 22 Western Kentucky (H) L 0-6O. 29 at Middle Tennessee W 7-6N. 11 Tennessee Tech T 0-0N. 18 Miami (Fla.) T 0-0N. 24 at Memphis W 6-0

1933 (9-0)Coach: Roy Stewart

Home: 6-0 • Away: 3-0 • Neutral: 0-0S. 24 Southern Illinois W 13-0O. 6 Union University W 20-0O. 14 at Western Kentucky W 20-6O. 21 Lambuth W 26-0O. 28 Middle Tennessee (H) W 70-7N. 4 at Louisville W 54-6N. 11 at Tennessee Tech W 9-6N. 17 Millsaps College (N)# W 13-0D. 1 Mississippi College W 30-0

ALL-TIME RESULTSIRBY KOFFMAN (1924)Career Record: 3-3-3 (.500)


Home: 5-1 • Away: 1-2 • Neutral: 0-0S. 29 Lambuth W 63-0O. 5 Stetson W 19-7O. 12 at Millsaps College L 6-7O. 20 Tennessee Tech W 40-7O. 27 Birmingham-Southern (H) L 7-20N. 2 Union University W 19-0N. 10 at Middle Tennessee W 12-0N. 17 Western Kentucky W 27-14N. 29 at Mississippi College L 2-12


Home: 2-3 • Away: 1-2 • Neutral: 0-0S. 28 Lambuth W 63-0O. 5 Spring Hill College L 0-33O. 18 at Tennessee Tech W 13-6O. 26 Samford L 0-13N. 2 at Western Kentucky L 6-21N. 9 Middle Tennessee L 6-19N. 16 Millsaps College (H) W 7-6N. 23 at Stetson L 0-6


Home: 2-3 • Away: 3-0 • Neutral: 0-1S. 25 Georgetown (Ky.) W 27-6O. 3 at Morehead State W 14-7O. 10 Ouachita Baptist W 21-0O. 17 Mississippi College (H) L 14-20O. 23 Middle Tennessee L 14-19O. 30 vs. Union University# L 7-19N. 7 at Memphis W 20-6N. 13 at Tennessee Tech W 47-0N. 21 Western Kentucky L 0-14# at Dyersburg, Tenn.


Home: 6-0-1 • Away: 1-1 • Neutral: 1-0S. 25 at Hardin-Simmons L 0-21O. 2 Tennessee Tech W 23-0O. 9 at Ouachita Baptist W 27-7O. 15 Middle Tennessee W 21-14O. 23 Mississippi College (H) W 43-0O. 29 vs. Union University# W 21-0N. 5 Memphis W 19-0N. 12 Morehead State W 32-7N. 20 Western Kentucky T 7-7N. 24 Wisconsin-Superior W 26-6# at Dyersburg, Tenn.


Home: 2-1-1 • Away: 4-0 • Neutral: 0-1S. 16 at Wisconsin-Superior W 26-0S. 30 at Middle Tennessee W 34-0O. 8 at Morehead State W 14-0O. 15 Birmingham-Southern (H) W 47-14O. 22 vs. Hardin-Simmons# L 14-20O. 28 at Union University W 30-0N. 4 Rhodes College T 6-6N. 12 Samford W 27-7N. 19 Western Kentucky L 7-21# at Paducah, Ky.


Home: 2-2 • Away: 1-1-1 • Neutral: 1-1S. 29 at Middle Tennessee W 14-2O. 6 Morehead State W 20-7O. 13 at Central Arkansas L 0-21O. 21 vs. Texas A&M-Commerce# L 6-27O. 27 vs. Union University@ W 14-0N. 4 Samford (H) L 0-7

CARLISLE CUTCHIN (1925-30)Career Record: 37-11-4 (.750)

RAY MORGAN (1931)Career Record: 5-3-1 (.611)

ROY STEWART (1932-40, 42, 44-45)Career Record: 60-33-11 (.630)


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ALL-TIME RESULTSN. 11 Northwestern State L 0-19N. 18 Transylvania W 46-7N. 25 at Western Kentucky T 12-12# at Paducah, Ky. @ at Union City, Tenn.


Home: 2-1-1 • Away: 2-2 • Neutral: 0-0-1S. 27 at Northwestern State L 6-20O. 5 vs. Morehead State# T 0-0O. 11 Central Arkansas T 0-0O. 19 at Texas A&M-Commerce L 14-21O. 25 at Union University W 14-11N. 2 Delta State W 41-0N. 9 Memphis (H) W 35-6N. 16 at Middle Tennessee W 18-0N. 23 Western Kentucky L 0-6# at Ashland, Ky.

1941 (4-3-2)Coach: Jim Moore

Home: 4-1 • Away: 0-1-2 • Neutral: 0-1S. 22 Culver-Stockton W 48-7O. 4 at Eastern Kentucky L 0-6O. 10 Union University L 0-12O. 18 vs. Tennessee Tech# L 6-14O. 25 Morehead State (H) W 16-7O. 31 at Delta State T 0-0N. 8 Memphis W 31-6N. 15 Middle Tennessee W 34-6N. 20 at Western Kentucky T 0-0# at Owensboro, Ky.


Home: 1-2-1 • Away: 0-2-1 • Neutral: 0-1S. 25 Springfield College W 24-6O. 3 at Morehead State L 0-13O. 9 at Union University L 0-39O. 17 Eastern Kentucky (H) T 6-6O. 24 vs. Tennessee Tech# L 6-19O. 30 Union University L 0-14N. 14 at Middle Tennesse T 14-14N. 21 Western Kentucky L 13-24# at Henderson, Ky.

1943 No Team - World War II


Home: 3-1 • Away: 2-1 • Neutral: 0-0O. 7 at Milligan College L 6-19O. 21 Miami (Ohio) L 14-26O. 28 at Illinois Wesleyan W 28-13N. 4 Milligan College W 14-0N. 11 at Millsaps College W 20-0N. 18 Illinois Wesleyan W 26-6N. 25 Millsaps College W 58-0


Home: 3-0 • Away: 2-2-1 • Neutral: 0-0S. 22 at Georgia L 0-49O. 6 Samford W 41-6O. 13 at Eastern Kentucky T 7-7O. 19 at Tennessee Tech W 13-7O. 26 Truman State W 51-7

N. 3 at Ohio University W 19-13N. 10 Illinois Wesleyan (H) W 33-13N. 17 at UT-Chattanooga L 12-28

1946 (5-5)Coach: Jim Moore

Home: 4-0 • Away: 0-5 • Neutral: 1-0S. 28 at Ohio University L 7-27O. 5 Morehead State W 38-19O. 12 at Eastern Kentucky L 13-26O. 19 at UT-Chattanooga L 6-34O. 26 at Evansville L 0-20N. 2 at Mississippi State L 0-69N. 9 Marshall (H) W 19-0N. 15 Eastern Illinois W 38-13N. 23 vs. Tennessee Tech# W 20-13N. 30 Western Kentucky W 55-6# at Paducah, Ky.

1947 (6-3)Coach: Jim Moore

Home: 4-0 • Away: 2-3 • Neutral: 0-0S. 27 at Miami (Ohio) L 12-28O. 3 at Morehead State W 13-6O. 10 Eastern Kentucky W 21-13O. 17 Memphis W 14-7O. 25 Evansville (H) W 18-7O. 31 at Tennessee Tech W 7-2N. 8 at Marshall L 20-41N. 15 at Rollins College L 7-13N. 22 Western Kentucky W 21-0

1948 (9-1-1, 3-1 OVC)OVC CHAMPIONSCoach: Fred Faurot

Home: 5-0 • Away: 4-1 • Neutral: 0-0-1S. 24 Culver-Stockton W 40-13O. 1 at Memphis W 26-14O. 9 at Eastern Kentucky* L 0-6O. 15 Marshall W 27-0O. 22 at Southeast Missouri W 40-0O. 30 Tennessee Tech (H) W 34-6N. 5 Morehead State* W 33-0N. 11 at Middle Tennessee W 26-12N. 19 Evansville* W 9-7N. 25 at Western Kentucky* W 24-7J. 1 vs. Sul Ross State# T 21-21# at Tangerine Bowl, Orlando, Fla.

1949 (1-7-1, 1-6 OVC)Coach: Fred Faurot

Home: 0-3-1 • Away: 1-4 • Neutral: 0-0S. 24 at Tennessee Tech* W 26-7S. 30 at Louisville* L 14-34O. 8 Eastern Kentucky* (H) L 0-20O. 15 at Marshall* L 6-13O. 20 at Evansville* L 6-13O. 29 Memphis L 6-34N. 5 at Morehead State* L 0-21N. 12 Middle Tennessee T 7-7N. 19 Western Kentucky* L 7-10

1950 (7-2-1, 5-0-1 OVC)OVC CHAMPIONSCoach: Fred Faurot

Home: 5-0-1 • Away: 2-1 • Neutral: 0-1S. 16 Arkansas-Monticello W 27-7S. 23 Tennessee Tech* W 6-0S. 30 at Missouri-Rolla W 21-0

O. 6 at Eastern Kentucky* W 19-0O. 14 Marshall* W 14-0O. 21 Evansville* (H) W 27-6O. 28 vs. Memphis# L 6-23N. 4 Morehead State* W 21-13N. 11 at Middle Tennessee L 14-34N. 18 Western Kentucky* T 27-27# at Paris, Tenn.

1951 (8-1, 5-1 OVC)OVC CHAMPIONSCoach: Fred Faurot

Home: 5-0 • Away: 3-1 • Neutral: 0-0S. 22 Missouri-Rolla W 31-7S. 29 at Tennessee Tech* W 20-7O. 6 Eastern Kentucky* W 9-0O. 13 at Marshall* W 28-13O. 20 at Evansville* L 13-14O. 27 Delta State (H) W 33-0N. 3 at Morehead State* W 14-0N. 10 Middle Tennessee W 19-7N. 17 Western Kentucky* W 23-6

1952 (4-4, 3-2 OVC)Coach: Fred Faurot

Home: 2-2 • Away: 2-2 • Neutral: 0-0S. 27 Tennessee Tech* L 13-14O. 4 at Eastern Kentucky* W 10-0O. 11 at Memphis L 7-34O. 18 Evansville (H) W 14-10O. 25 at Delta State L 19-33N. 1 Morehead State* W 48-0N. 8 at Middle Tennessee* W 20-13N. 22 Western Kentucky* L 7-12


Home: 1-4 • Away: 2-2 • Neutral: 0-0S. 19 Louisville L 14-19S. 26 at Tennessee Tech* L 0-9O. 3 Eastern Kentucky* L 14-19O. 10 Memphis (H) L 0-20O. 17 Evansville W 14-7O. 31 at Morehead State* W 33-0N. 7 Middle Tennessee* L 25-28N. 14 at Austin Peay W 34-13N. 21 at Western Kentucky* L 7-13


Home: 4-0 • Away: 1-4 • Neutral: 0-0S. 18 at Louisville W 33-13S. 25 Tennessee Tech* W 19-12O. 1 at Eastern Kentucky* L 6-25O. 9 at Memphis L 6-34O. 23 at North Alabama L 13-20O. 30 Morehead State* (H) W 24-16N. 6 at Middle Tennessee* L 13-21N. 13 Austin Peay W 44-7N. 20 Western Kentucky* W 19-0


Home: 2-3 • Away: 4-1 • Neutral: 0-0S. 17 Louisville W 33-14S. 24 at Tennessee Tech* L 7-20O. 1 Eastern Kentucky* L 6-21O. 8 Memphis L 7-20O. 15 at Arkansas State W 13-7O. 22 North Alabama W 14-7O. 29 at Morehead State* W 22-7N. 5 Middle Tennessee* (H) L 28-33N. 12 at Austin Peay W 20-13N. 19 at Western Kentucky* W 28-12

JIM MOORE (1941, 46-47)Career Record: 15-11-2 (.555)

ROY STEWART (1932-40, 42, 44-45)Career Record: 60-33-11 (.630)

JIM MOORE (1941, 46-47)Career Record: 15-11-2 (.555)

FRED FAUROT (1948-55)Career Record: 43-29-3 (.593)


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ALL-TIME RESULTS1956 (6-4, 4-1 OVC)Coach: Jim Cullivan

Home: 3-0 • Away: 3-4 • Neutral: 0-0S. 15 at Evansville W 21-7S. 22 at North Alabama L 18-19S. 29 at Eastern Kentucky* W 14-7O. 6 at Morehead State* W 22-7O. 13 at Louisville L 6-7O. 20 Tennessee Tech* (H) W 34-7O. 27 at Arkansas State L 27-28N. 3 at Middle Tennessee* L 7-39N. 10 Austin Peay W 33-27N. 17 Western Kentucky* W 34-13

1957 (3-5-1, 1-3-1 OVC)Coach: Jim Cullivan

Home: 2-3-1 • Away: 1-2 • Neutral: 0-0S. 28 North Alabama W 7-0O. 5 Eastern Kentucky* L 19-26O. 12 Louisville L 0-35O. 19 at Morehead State* W 21-7O. 26 at Tennessee Tech* L 14-26N. 2 at Arkansas State L 20-27N. 9 Middle Tennessee* (H) L 0-22N. 16 Evansville W 33-21N. 23 Western Kentucky* T 7-7

1958 (3-7, 2-4 OVC)Coach: Jim Cullivan

Home: 2-3 • Away: 1-4 • Neutral: 0-0S. 20 East Tennessee State* L 6-12S. 27 at North Alabama W 20-6O. 4 at Eastern Kentucky* L 6-14O. 11 at Louisville L 0-27O. 18 Morehead State* W 34-6O. 25 Tennessee Tech* (H) L 14-15N. 1 Arkansas State L 14-20N. 8 at Middle Tennessee* L 0-40N. 15 at Evansville L 8-27N. 22 Western Kentucky* W 12-7

1959 (0-10, 0-6 OVC)Coach: Jim Cullivan

Home: 0-5 • Away: 0-5 • Neutral: 0-0S. 19 at East Tennessee State* L 0-7S. 26 North Alabama L 6-13O. 3 Eastern Kentucky* L 0-7O. 10 Louisville (H) L 0-28O. 17 at Morehead State* L 8-9O. 24 at Tennessee Tech* L 16-29O. 31 at Arkansas State L 18-36N. 7 Middle Tennessee* L 0-55N. 14 Evansville L 8-32N. 21 at Western Kentucky* L 6-21

1960 (5-5, 4-2 OVC)Coach: Don Shelton

Home: 3-3 • Away: 2-2 • Neutral: 0-0S. 17 at East Tennessee State* W 14-0S. 24 North Alabama L 15-20O. 1 at Eastern Kentucky* W 21-19O. 8 at Louisville L 6-12O. 15 Morehead State* W 14-8O. 22 Tennessee Tech* (H) L 12-14O. 29 Arkansas State L 14-27N. 5 at Middle Tennessee* L 3-20N. 12 Western Kentucky* W 26-7N. 19 Southeast Missouri W 21-10


Home: 1-3 • Away: 3-3 • Neutral: 0-0S. 16 at East Tennessee State* W 14-9S. 23 North Alabama L 6-9S. 30 Eastern Kentucky* L 13-14O. 7 at Morehead State* W 35-28O. 14 UT Martin W 25-15O. 21 at Tennessee Tech* L 8-27O. 28 at Arkansas State L 14-22N. 4 Middle Tennessee* (H) L 18-27N. 12 at Western Kentucky* L 6-14N. 18 at Southeast Missouri W 22-7


Home: 1-4 • Away: 4-1 • Neutral: 0-0S. 15 East Tennessee State* L 3-6S. 22 at Western Illinois W 7-6S. 29 at Eastern Kentucky* W 17-14O. 6 Morehead State* L 13-14O. 13 at UT Martin W 15-12O. 20 Tennessee Tech* L 12-16O. 27 Arkansas State W 14-9N. 3 at Middle Tennessee* L 6-23N. 10 Western Kentucky* (H) L 15-16N. 17 at Southeast Missouri W 19-15


Home: 3-2 • Away: 2-3 • Neutral: 0-0S. 12 at East Tennessee State* L 14-21S. 28 Austin Peay* W 14-0O. 5 Eastern Kentucky* W 20-0O. 12 at Morehead State* L 10-24O. 19 UT Martin W 19-8O. 26 at Tennessee Tech* W 28-27N. 2 at Arkansas State W 34-33N. 9 Middle Tennessee* (H) L 7-14N. 16 Truman State L 7-26N. 23 at Western Kentucky* L 0-50

1964 (5-4-1, 3-3-1 OVC)Coach: Don Shelton

Home: 3-2 • Away: 2-2-1 • Neutral: 0-0S. 19 East Tennessee State* W 26-14S. 26 at Austin Peay* L 10-26O. 2 at Eastern Kentucky* T 6-6O. 10 Morehead State* L 14-17O. 17 at UT Martin W 32-14O. 24 Tennessee Tech* (H) W 28-21O. 31 Arkansas State L 8-17N. 7 at Middle Tennessee* L 12-14N. 14 at Parsons College W 48-32N. 21 Western Kentucky* W 14-7

1965 (2-6-2, 1-4-2 OVC)Coach: Don Shelton

Home: 1-3-1 • Away: 1-3-1 • Neutral: 0-0S. 18 at East Tennessee State* L 24-27S. 25 Austin Peay* L 6-23O. 2 Eastern Kentucky* T 17-17O. 9 at Morehead State* W 13-12O. 16 UT Martin L 7-17O. 23 at Tennessee Tech* L 14-23O. 30 at Arkansas State L 13-27N. 6 Middle Tennessee* (H) L 24-28N. 13 Evansville W 26-0N. 20 at Western Kentucky* T 14-14


Home: 0-5 • Away: 0-5 • Neutral: 0-0S. 17 East Tennessee State* L 16-20S. 24 at Austin Peay* L 0-49S. 30 at Eastern Kentucky* L 6-27O. 8 Morehead State* L 9-30

O. 15 Arkansas State L 0-44O. 22 Tennessee Tech* (H) L 13-51O. 29 at UT Martin L 12-16N. 5 at Middle Tennessee* L 0-33N. 12 at Evansville L 12-14N. 19 Western Kentucky* L 20-37

1967 (4-6, 2-5 OVC)Coach: Bill Furgerson

Home: 2-3 • Away: 2-3 • Neutral: 0-0S. 16 at UT Martin L 9-16S. 23 Tennessee Tech* L 21-22S. 30 Morehead State* W 21-15O. 7 Iowa Wesleyan (H) W 71-12O. 14 at Middle Tennessee* W 35-14O. 21 at East Tennessee State* L 7-8O. 28 Eastern Kentucky* L 7-28N. 4 Austin Peay* L 20-37N. 11 at Evansville W 20-14N. 18 at Western Kentucky* L 19-42

1968 (7-2-1, 5-2 OVC)Coach: Bill Furgerson

Home: 4-0-1 • Away: 3-2 • Neutral: 0-0S. 21 UT Martin T 7-7S. 28 at Tennessee Tech* W 19-0O. 5 at Morehead State* W 28-21O. 12 at Southeast Missouri W 27-14O. 19 Middle Tennessee* W 35-13O. 26 East Tennessee State* (H) W 30-17N. 2 at Eastern Kentucky* L 20-21N. 9 at Austin Peay* L 35-36N. 16 Evansville W 58-22N. 23 Western Kentucky* W 17-14

1969 (5-4-1, 2-4-1 OVC)Coach: Bill Furgerson

Home: 4-2 • Away: 1-2-1 • Neutral: 0-0S. 20 Eastern Michigan W 28-20S. 27 Tennessee Tech* L 21-28O. 4 Morehead State* W 13-7O. 11 Southeast Missouri W 34-14O. 18 at Middle Tennessee* L 24-31O. 25 at East Tennessee State* T 10-10N. 1 Eastern Kentucky* (H) L 13-34N. 8 Austin Peay* W 53-41N. 15 at Evansville W 42-16N. 22 at Western Kentucky* L 14-56


Home: 3-2 • Away: 1-4 • Neutral: 0-0S. 19 at Parsons College W 24-21S. 26 at Tennessee Tech* L 7-21O. 3 at Morehead State* L 7-24O. 10 Youngstown State W 42-32O. 17 Middle Tennessee* W 20-0O. 24 East Tennessee State* (H) L 6-14O. 31 at Eastern Kentucky* L 7-17N. 7 at Austin Peay* L 7-45N. 14 Evansville W 39-6N. 21 Western Kentucky* L 7-33


Home: 2-2 • Away: 3-2-1 • Neutral: 0-0S. 11 at Western Carolina W 32-22S. 25 Tennessee Tech* L 3-27O. 2 Morehead State* L 14-48O. 9 at UT Martin L 0-41O. 16 at Middle Tennessee* W 24-15O. 23 at East Tennessee State* T 6-6O. 30 Eastern Kentucky* W 17-7

JIM CULLIVAN (1956-59)Career Record: 12-26-1 (.321)

DON SHELTON (1960-66)Career Record: 26-41-3 (.393)

BILL FURGERSON (1967-77)Career Record: 60-49-4 (.549)


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1981 (8-3, 5-3 OVC)Coach: Frank Beamer

Home: 3-1 • Away: 5-2 • Neutral: 0-0S. 5 at Southeast Missouri W 37-23S. 12 at Florida A&M W 14-11S. 19 at Youngstown State* W 13-9S. 26 Tennessee Tech* W 15-10O. 3 Morehead State* W 20-7O. 10 at UT Martin W 10-7O. 17 at Middle Tennessee* L 9-14O. 24 at Akron* L 19-20O. 31 Eastern Kentucky* (H) L 20-24N. 7 Austin Peay* W 34-29N. 21 at Western Kentucky* W 38-6


Home: 3-4 • Away: 1-3 • Neutral: 0-0S. 4 Southeast Missouri W 16-6S. 18 Central Missouri L 0-10S. 25 at Tennessee Tech* L 3-10O. 2 at Morehead State* L 10-13O. 9 UT Martin L 7-10O. 16 Middle Tennessee* (H) L 9-27O. 23 Missouri State W 21-7O. 28 at Eastern Kentucky* L 20-21N. 6 at Austin Peay* W 21-7N. 13 Akron* W 16-14N. 20 Western Kentucky L 20-27


Home: 5-0 • Away: 2-4 • Neutral: 0-0S. 3 at Southeast Missouri W 25-11S. 17 at East Carolina L 25-50S. 24 Tennessee Tech* W 20-6O. 1 Morehead State* W 38-0O. 8 Missouri State (H) W 19-0O. 15 at Middle Tennessee* L 14-17O. 22 at Akron* L 3-6O. 29 Eastern Kentucky* W 23-10N. 5 at Austin Peay* L 16-17N. 12 Youngstown State* W 19-7N. 19 at Western Kentucky W 7-3


Home: 5-1 • Away: 4-1 • Neutral: 0-0S. 1 at Louisville W 26-23S. 15 Southeast Missouri W 42-3S. 22 at Tennessee Tech* W 37-0S. 29 at Morehead State* W 58-28O. 6 at Missouri State W 33-20O. 13 Middle Tennessee* L 16-19O. 20 Akron* (H) W 13-6O. 27 at Eastern Kentucky* L 14-27N. 3 Austin Peay* W(ot) 20-13N. 10 Youngstown State* W 35-7N. 17 Western Kentucky W 17-16

1985 (7-3-1, 5-2 OVC)Coach: Frank Beamer

Home: 5-0 • Away: 2-3-1 • Neutral: 0-0A. 31 South Carolina State W 35-21S. 7 Southeast Missouri W 33-25S. 14 at Memphis T 10-10S. 28 Tennessee Tech* W 29-21O. 5 Morehead State* (H) W 35-9O. 12 at Akron* L 10-17O. 19 at Middle Tennessee* L(ot) 24-31

ALL-TIME RESULTSN. 6 Austin Peay* (H) W 16-6N. 13 at Evansville W 38-12N. 20 at Western Kentucky* L 10-24


Home: 3-3 • Away: 1-3 • Neutral: 0-0S. 9 Western Carolina L 12-21S. 23 at Tennessee Tech* L 0-10S. 30 at Morehead State* L 24-27O. 7 UT Martin W 14-7O. 14 Middle Tennessee* L 13-14O. 21 East Tennessee State* (H) W 17-6O. 28 at Eastern Kentucky* W 7-3N. 4 at Austin Peay* L 20-33N. 11 Evansville W 28-22N. 18 Western Kentucky* L 6-17


Home: 5-0 • Away: 2-3 • Neutral: 0-0S. 15 Western Carolina W 27-25S. 22 Tennessee Tech* W 18-17S. 29 Morehead State* W 30-16O. 6 at UT Martin W 21-10O. 13 at Middle Tennessee* L 14-17O. 20 at East Tennessee State* W 20-14O. 27 Eastern Kentucky* (H) W 21-20N. 3 Austin Peay* W 31-19N. 10 at Youngstown State L 8-12N. 17 at Western Kentucky* L 27-32


Home: 6-0 • Away: 3-2 • Neutral: 0-0S. 7 Cameron W 35-27S. 14 at Western Carolina W 10-3S. 21 at Morehead State* W 25-24S. 28 at Tennessee Tech* L 0-26O. 12 UT Martin W 14-6O. 19 Middle Tennessee* (H) W 14-12O. 26 East Tennessee State* W 17-3N. 2 at Eastern Kentucky* L 16-30N. 9 at Austin Peay* W 16-8N. 16 Eastern Illinois W 13-0N. 23 Western Kentucky* W 9-7


Home: 3-2 • Away: 1-3-1 • Neutral: 0-0S. 20 Western Carolina L 9-16S. 27 Tennessee Tech* L 7-14O. 4 Morehead State* (H) W 17-3O. 11 at UT Martin W 17-10O. 18 at Middle Tennessee* L 5-17O. 25 at East Tennessee State* T 10-10N. 1 Eastern Kentucky* W 26-7N. 8 Austin Peay* W 14-10N. 15 at Eastern Illinois L 6-14N. 22 at Western Kentucky* L 0-19


Home: 3-3 • Away: 2-3 • Neutral: 0-0S. 4 Southeast Missouri W 14-3S. 11 Delta State L 0-14S. 18 at Western Carolina L 10-13S. 25 at Tennessee Tech* L 7-24O. 2 at Morehead State* W 7-6O. 9 UT Martin L 0-24O. 16 Middle Tennessee* (H) W 24-20O. 23 East Tennessee State* L 11-13O. 30 at Eastern Kentucky* L 10-12

N. 6 at Austin Peay* W 23-13N. 20 Western Kentucky* W 16-6


Home: 2-3 • Away: 4-2 • Neutral: 0-0S. 3 at Southeast Missouri W 13-6S. 10 at Delta State L 0-38S. 24 Tennessee Tech* L 19-21O. 1 Morehead State* L 3-17O. 8 at UT Martin L 20-31O. 15 at Middle Tennessee* W 13-9O. 22 at East Tennessee State* W 13-10O. 29 Eastern Kentucky* (H) W 24-20N. 5 Austin Peay* L 0-13N. 12 Eastern Illinois W 35-7N. 19 at Western Kentucky* W 21-13

1978 (4-7, 1-5 OVC)Coach: Mike Gottfried

Home: 4-2 • Away: 0-5 • Neutral: 0-0S. 2 Southeast Missouri L 12-24S. 9 Evansville W 23-9S. 23 at Tennessee Tech* L 14-24S. 30 at Morehead State* L 32-49O. 7 UT Martin W 21-7O. 14 Middle Tennessee* W 33-7O. 21 East Tennessee State (H) W 34-21O. 28 at Eastern Kentucky* L 21-24N. 4 at Austin Peay* L 17-23N. 11 at Eastern Illinois L 14-35N. 18 Western Kentucky* L 6-14

1979 (9-2-1, 6-0 OVC)OVC CHAMPIONS

Coach: Mike GottfriedHome: 4-2 • Away: 5-0-1 • Neutral: 0-0

S. 1 at Southeast Missouri T 21-21S. 8 at Evansville W 24-14S. 15 Southeastern Louisiana L 11-19S. 22 Tennessee Tech* W 24-3S. 29 Morehead State* W 31-7O. 6 at UT Martin W 24-0O. 13 at Middle Tennessee* W 29-8O. 20 at Indianapolis W 21-7O. 27 Eastern Kentucky* (H) W 24-7N. 3 Austin Peay* W 24-10N. 17 at Western Kentucky* W 30-20D. 8 Lehigh# L 9-28# NCAA I-AA Playoffs, Semifinals (Murray, Ky.)

1980 (9-2, 5-2 OVC)Coach: Mike Gottfried

Home: 6-0 • Away: 3-2 • Neutral: 0-0S. 6 Southeast Missouri W 19-6S. 13 Youngstown State W 24-6S. 20 at Louisville W 13-9S. 27 at Tennessee Tech* W 10-3O. 4 at Morehead State* W 30-6O. 11 UT Martin W 20-6O. 18 Middle Tennessee* (H) W 38-6O. 25 Akron* W 13-10N. 1 at Eastern Kentucky* L 14-24N. 8 at Austin Peay* L 0-24N. 22 Western Kentucky* W 49-0

MIKE GOTTFRIED (1978-80)Career Record: 22-1-1 (.662)

FRANK BEAMER (1981-86)Career Record: 42-23-2 (.642)


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O. 26 at Missouri State# W 36-21N. 2 Eastern Kentucky* W 27-21N. 9 at Austin Peay* W 16-14N. 23 at Western Kentucky L 25-27# Designated OVC game

1986 (7-4-1, 6-1 OVC)OVC CHAMPIONS

Coach: Frank BeamerHome: 4-1-1 • Away: 3-3 • Neutral: 0-0

S. 6 at Southeast Missouri W 42-17S. 13 Southern Illinois L 0-31S. 27 Western Kentucky T 10-10O. 4 at Central Florida L 25-38O. 11 Eastern Kentucky* W 17-15O. 16 at Akron* L 13-24O. 25 Tennessee Tech* (H) W 23-16N. 1 at Morehead State* W 45-11N. 8 Youngstown State* W 17-14N. 15 Middle Tennessee* W 21-7N. 22 at Austin Peay* W 24-14N. 29 at Eastern Illinois^ L 21-28^ NCAA I-AA Playoffs, First Round

1987 (6-5, 3-3 OVC)Coach: Mike Mahoney

Home: 5-0 • Away: 1-5 • Neutral: 0-0S. 5 UT Martin W 34-6S. 12 Southeast Missouri W 30-12S. 19 at Western Kentucky L 17-21S. 26 at Louisville L 10-34O. 10 at Eastern Kentucky* L 21-29O. 17 Liberty W 34-12O. 24 at Tennessee Tech* W 24-21O. 31 Morehead State* (H) W 53-15N. 7 at Youngstown State* L(ot) 13-20N. 14 at Middle Tennessee* L 9-25N. 21 Austin Peay* W 40-0


Home: 2-3 • Away: 2-3 • Neutral: 0-0S. 3 UT Martin L 24-32S. 10 at Southeast Missouri L 13-16S. 17 at Southern Illinois L 21-28S. 24 at Nevada L 18-28O. 1 Tennessee Tech* (H) L(ot) 13-16O. 8 at Morehead State* W 29-22O. 15 Tennessee State* W 22-7O. 29 Eastern Kentucky* L(ot) 24-31N. 12 Middle Tennessee* W 23-22N. 19 at Austin Peay* W 19-3

1989 (6-4-1, 3-3 OVC)Coach: Mike Mahoney

Home: 5-0-1 • Away: 1-4 • Neutral: 0-0S. 2 at UT Martin W 24-3S. 9 Western Kentucky W 17-14S. 15 at North Texas L 14-28S. 23 Southern Illinois W 24-11S. 30 at Tennessee Tech* L 20-21O. 7 Morehead State* (H) W 27-13O. 14 Tennessee State*# W 27-24O. 21 Akron T 31-31O. 28 at Eastern Kentucky* L 36-38N. 11 at Middle Tennessee* L 15-32N. 18 Austin Peay* W 49-43# at Memphis, Tenn.


Home: 1-4 • Away: 1-5 • Neutral: 0-0S. 8 at Louisville L 0-68S. 15 at Southern Illinois L 7-45S. 22 Eastern Illinois W 14-10S. 29 Tennessee Tech* L 3-16O. 6 at Indiana State L 0-52O. 13 Eastern Kentucky* L 0-42O. 20 at Northern Illinois L 7-49O. 27 Tennessee State* (H) L 17-23N. 3 at Morehead State* L 6-69N. 10 Middle Tennessee* L 10-31N. 17 at Austin Peay* W(3ot) 31-24


Home: 3-3 • Away: 0-5 • Neutral: 0-0S. 7 Southern Illinois L 27-31S. 14 at Western Kentucky L 0-14S. 21 Eastern Illinois W 28-27S. 28 at Middle Tennessee* L 3-35O. 5 at Tennessee State* L 7-28O. 12 UT Martin (H) W 40-34O. 19 Morehead State* L 10-20N. 2 at Tennessee Tech* L 7-45N. 9 Eastern Kentucky* L 17-42N. 16 Southeast Missouri* W 14-10N. 23 at Austin Peay* L 9-27


Home: 2-4 • Away: 0-5 • Neutral: 0-0S. 3 at Southeast Missouri* L 21-27S. 12 Missouri-Rolla W 36-0 S. 19 at Eastern Illinois L 9-48S. 26 Middle Tennessee* L 6-66O. 3 Austin Peay* (H) W 27-10O. 10 at UT Martin* L 7-13O. 17 at Morehead State* L 7-31O. 31 Tennessee Tech* L 10-35N. 7 at Eastern Kentucky* L(ot) 18-21N. 14 Tennessee State* L 10-19N. 21 Western Kentucky L 15-47

1993 (4-7, 4-4 OVC)Coach: Houston Nutt

Home: 3-2 • Away: 1-5 • Neutral: 0-0S. 1 Eastern Illinois L 17-34S. 11 at Marshall L 3-29S. 18 Southeast Missouri* W 17-14S. 25 at Middle Tennessee* L 3-45O. 2 at UT Martin* W(ot) 28-21O. 9 Austin Peay* (H) W 38-14O. 16 Eastern Kentucky* L 13-21O. 30 at Tennessee Tech* L 16-31N. 6 Morehead State* W 39-0N. 13 at Tennessee State* L 13-26N. 20 at Western Kentucky L 14-44

1994 (5-6, 4-4 OVC)Coach: Houston Nutt

Home: 1-4 • Away: 4-2 • Neutral: 0-0S. 1 at Eastern Illinois W 31-15S. 8 Western Kentucky L 13-39S. 17 at Southeast Missouri* W 23-16S. 24 Middle Tennessee* L 21-23O. 1 UT Martin* W 28-24O. 8 at Austin Peay* W 29-14O. 15 at Eastern Kentucky* L 13-49

O. 29 Tennessee Tech* (H) L 21-38N. 5 at Morehead State* W 45-6N. 12 Tennessee State* L 21-24N. 20 at Western Illinois L 17-73

1995 (11-1, 8-0 OVC)OVC CHAMPIONS

Coach: Houston NuttHome: 5-1 • Away: 6-0 • Neutral: 0-0

A. 31 at Western Kentucky W 35-14S. 9 at Southern Illinois W 35-3S. 16 Southeast Missouri* W 34-0S. 23 at Middle Tennessee* W 34-0S. 30 at Austin Peay* W 45-17O. 7 UT Martin* W 33-9O. 14 Morehead State* (H) W 63-13O. 28 at Tennessee Tech* W 45-14N. 4 Eastern Kentucky* W 17-7N. 11 at Tennessee State* W 24-19N. 18 Western Illinois W 56-18N. 25 Northern Iowa^ L 34-35^ NCAA I-AA Playoffs, First Round (Murray, Ky.)


Coach: Houston NuttHome: 7-1 • Away: 4-1 • Neutral: 0-0

S. 9 Western Kentucky L(ot) 41-44S. 14 Southern Illinois W 43-38S. 21 at Southest Missouri State* W 16-0S. 28 Middle Tennessee* W 34-7O. 5 Austin Peay* (H) W 51-7O. 12 at UT Martin* W 28-14O. 19 at Eastern Illinois* W 35-28N. 2 Tennessee Tech* W 41-3N. 9 at Eastern Kentucky* W 17-14N. 16 Tennessee State* W 50-14N. 23 West Virginia Tech W 65-0N. 30 Western Illinois^ W 34-6D. 7 at Troy State# L 3-31^ NCAA I-AA Playoffs, First Round# NCAA I-AA Playoffs, Quarterfinals

1997 (7-4, 5-2 OVC)Coach: Denver Johnson

Home: 4-1 • Away: 3-3 • Neutral: 0-0A. 28 Indiana State W 13-0S. 6 at Western Kentucky L(ot) 50-52S. 13 at Southern Illinois L 20-24S. 20 Southeast Missouri* W 17-3S. 27 at Middle Tennessee* W 35-17O. 4 at UT Martin* W 45-7O. 11 Austin Peay (H) W 51-0O. 18 Eastern Kentucky* L 8-29N. 1 at Tennessee Tech* L(ot) 13-16 N. 8 Eastern Illinois* W 24-17N. 15 at Tennessee State* W 13-7


Home: 4-1 • Away: 3-3 • Neutral: 0-0S. 5 Southern Illinois W 41-13S. 12 Western Kentucky W 36-31S. 19 at Southeast Missouri* W 26-14S. 26 at Brigham Young L 9-43O. 3 UT Martin* (H) W 47-35O. 10 at Middle Tennessee* L 14-35O. 17 at Eastern Kentucky* W 28-21O. 31 Tennessee Tech* W 23-3N. 7 at Eastern Illinois* W 35-21N. 14 Tennessee State* L 44-46N. 21 at Indiana State L 10-66

MIKE MAHONEY (1987-92)Career Record: 23-41-1 (.362)

HOUSTON NUTT (1993-96)Career Record: 31-16-0 (.660)

ALL-TIME RESULTS

DENVER JOHNSON (1997-99)Career Record: 21-12-0 (.636)


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Home: 6-0 • Away: 1-4 • Neutral: 0-0S. 4 at Wisconsin L 10-49S. 11 at Southern Illinois L 51-58S. 18 Southeast Missouri* W 45-18O. 2 at Western Kentucky* L 15-21O. 9 UT Martin* W 62-14O. 16 Eastern Illinois* (H) W 37-32O. 21 Samford W 34-27O. 30 at Tennessee Tech* W 22-11N. 6 Eastern Kentucky* W 45-30N. 13 at Tennessee State* L 41-42N. 20 Kentucky Wesleyan W 53-0

2000 (6-5, 4-3 OVC)Coach: Joe Pannunzio

Home: 3-2 • Away: 3-3 • Neutral: 0-0A. 31 Southern Illinois W 42-20S. 7 at Samford L 17-19S. 16 at Middle Tennessee L 28-44S. 23 Indiana State W 41-24S. 30 Western Kentucky* L 38-48O. 7 at UT Martin* W 48-3O. 14 at Eastern Illinois* L 7-48O. 21 at Southeast Missouri* W 38-28O. 28 Tennessee Tech* (H) L 21-36N. 4 at Eastern Kentucky* W 24-22N. 11 Tennessee State* W 62-40


Home: 2-1 • Away: 2-5 • Neutral: 0-0S. 1 at Ole Miss L 14-49 S. 8 Illinois State W 32-17S. 22 at Southern Illinois W 24-20O. 6 at Tennessee Tech* L 12-15O. 13 Eastern Kentucky* (H) L 13-21O. 20 at Southeast Missouri* W 45-35O. 27 at Minnesota L 10-66N. 3 at Tennessee State* L 25-38N. 10 UT Martin* W 35-17N. 17 at Eastern Illinois* L 6-37


Coach: Joe PannunzioHome: 6-0 • Away: 1-5 • Neutral: 0-0

A. 31 at Memphis L 6-52S. 14 Southern Illinois W 42-24S. 21 at Illinois State L 23-24S. 28 at Indiana State L(ot) 31-34O. 12 Tennessee Tech* (H) W 31-14O. 19 at Eastern Kentucky* L 7-31O. 26 Southeast Missouri* W 38-31N. 2 Samford W 54-17N. 9 Tennessee State* W 51-27N. 16 at UT Martin* W 42-3N. 23 Eastern Illinois* W 37-35N. 30 at Western Kentucky^ L 20-59^ NCAA I-AA Playoffs, First Round


Home: 2-4 • Away: 2-4 • Neutral: 0-0A. 30 Valparaiso W 34-0S. 6 at Kentucky L 6-37S. 13 at Southern Illinois L 7-32S. 20 Indiana State L 10-17S. 27 at Tennessee Tech* L 24-49O. 4 Jacksonville State* W(ot) 23-17O. 11 at Samford* L 6-35

O. 18 Eastern Illinois* (H) L 17-27O. 25 at Southeast Missouri* W 27-24N. 1 Eastern Kentucky* L 20-38N. 13 at UT Martin* W 41-27N. 22 Tennessee State* L 10-35


Home: 5-0 • Away: 2-4 • Neutral: 0-0A. 28 Glenville State W 56-3S. 4 at Connecticut L 14-52S. 18 at Indiana State L 21-28S. 25 Tennessee Tech* W 34-15O. 2 at Jacksonville State* L 14-35O. 9 Samford* (H) W 24-21O. 16 at Eastern Illinois* L 9-24O. 23 Southeast Missouri* W 28-13O. 30 at Eastern Kentucky* W(ot) 19-16N. 13 UT Martin* W 38-0N. 20 at Tennessee State* W 30-13


Home: 2-3 • Away: 0-6 • Neutral: 0-0 S. 3 at Mississippi State L 6-38S. 17 Indiana State W 27-15S. 24 at Illinois State L 0-42O. 1 at Tennessee Tech* L 21-42O. 8 Jacksonville State* L 23-28O. 15 at Samford* L 23-27O. 22 Eastern Illinois* (H) L 28-35O. 29 at Southeast Missouri* L 21-52O. 5 Eastern Kentucky* L 7-43N. 12 Austin Peay W 42-6N. 17 at UT Martin* L 20-49

2006 (1-10, 0-8 OVC)Coach: Matt Griffin

Home: 0-5 • Away: 1-5 • Neutral: 0-0S. 2 at Missouri L 7-47S. 9 at Tennessee State* L 15-25S. 16 at Indiana State W 59-40S. 23 #6 Illinois State L 14-35S. 30 Tennessee Tech* L(ot) 14-20O. 5 at Jacksonville State* L 17-49O. 14 Samford* (H) L 7-33O. 21 at #16 Eastern Illinois L 10-20O. 28 Southeast Missouri* L 17-24N. 4 at Eastern Kentucky* L 21-51N. 18 #12 UT Martin L 14-42


Home: 1-4 • Away: 1-5 • Neutral: 0-0A. 30 at #10 Louisville L 10-73S. 8 at #17 Illinois State L 17-43S. 15 Lambuth W 48-13S. 20 at Tennessee Tech* L 24-48S. 28 Jacksonville State* L 24-40O. 13 #23 Eastern Illinois* (H) L 24-27O. 20 at Southeast Missouri* W 31-17O. 27 #16 Eastern Kentucky* L 35-46N. 3 at Tennessee State* L 28-42N. 10 at UT Martin* L 34-76N. 17 Austin Peay* L 17-23


Home: 4-2 • Away: 1-5 • Neutral: 0-0A. 28 Lambuth W 41-17S. 6 at Indiana L 3-45S. 13 Illinois State L 23-42S. 20 at WKU L 9-50S. 27 UT Martin* L 38-63O. 4 at Austin Peay* W 32-12O. 11 Tennessee Tech* (H) W 51-21O. 18 at #23 Jacksonville State* L 21-31N. 1 at Eastern Illinois* L 6-34N. 8 Southeast Missouri* W 17-10N. 15 at Eastern Kentucky* L 7-34N. 22 #25 Tennessee State* W 24-17


Home: 2-3 • Away: 1-5 • Neutral: 0-0S. 3 Kentucky Wesleyan W 66-10S. 12 at North Carolina State L 7-65S. 19 at Missouri State L 10-35S. 26 Eastern Kentucky* L 13-23O. 10 #18 Jacksonville State* (H) L 7-41O. 17 at Tennessee State* W 9-6O. 24 at UT Martin* L 24-38O. 31 #19 Eastern Illinois* L 10-16N. 7 Austin Peay* W 27-17N. 14 at Southeast Missouri* L 13-49N. 21 at Tennessee Tech* L 14-45

2010Coach: Chris Hatcher

* Denotes Ohio Valley Conference Game(H) Denotes Homecoming Game

JOE PANUNZIO (2000-05)Career Record: 30-37-0 (.448)

MATT GRIFFIN (2006-09)Career Record: 11-34-0 (.244)

ALL-TIME RESULTS

CHRIS HATCHER (2010-)Career Record: FIRST SEASON


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Akron (3-4-1)H: 3-0-1, A: 0-4-0Year Location W-L Score1980 Murray* W 13-101981 Akron, Ohio* L 19-201982 Murray* W 16-141983 Akron, Ohio* L 3-61984 Murray* (H) W 13-61985 Akron, Ohio* L 10-171986 Akron, Ohio* L 13-241989 Murray T 31-31

Arkansas-Monticello (1-0)H: 1-0-0, A: 0-0-0Year Location W-L Score1950 Murray W 27-7

Arkansas State (4-9)H: 2-4-0, A: 2-5-0Year Location W-L Score1928 Murray W 71-71955 Jonesboro, Ark. W 13-71956 Jonesboro, Ark. L 27-281957 Jonesboro, Ark. L 20-271958 Murray L 14-201959 Jonesboro, Ark. L 18-361960 Murray L 14-271961 Jonesboro, Ark. L 14-221962 Murray W 14-91963 Jonesboro, Ark. W 34-331964 Murray L 8-171965 Jonesboro, Ark. L 13-271966 Murray L 0-44

Austin Peay (30-13)H: 18-4-0, A: 12-9-0Year Location W-L Score1953 Clarksville, Tenn. W 34-131954 Murray W 44-71955 Clarksville, Tenn. W 20-131956 Murray W 33-271963 Murray* W 14-01964 Clarksville, Tenn.* L 10-261965 Murray* L 6-231966 Clarksville, Tenn.* L 0-491967 Murray* L 20-371968 Clarksville, Tenn.* L 35-361969 Murray* W 53-411970 Clarksville, Tenn.* L 7-451971 Murray* (H) W 16-61972 Clarksville, Tenn.* L 20-331973 Murray* W 31-191974 Clarksville, Tenn.* W 16-81975 Murray* W 14-101976 Clarksville, Tenn.* W 23-131977 Murray* L 0-131978 Clarksville, Tenn.* L 17-231979 Murray* W 24-101980 Clarksville, Tenn.* L 0-241981 Murray* W 34-291982 Clarksville, Tenn.* W 21-71983 Clarksville, Tenn.* L 16-171984 Murray* W(ot) 20-131985 Clarksville, Tenn.* W 16-141986 Clarksville, Tenn.* W 24-141987 Murray* W 40-01988 Clarksville, Tenn.* W 19-31989 Murray* W 49-431990 Clarksville, Tenn.* W(3ot) 31-241991 Clarksville, Tenn.* L 9-271992 Murray* (H) W 27-101993 Murray* (H) W 38-141994 Clarksville, Tenn.* W 29-141995 Clarksville, Tenn.* W 45-171996 Murray* (H) W 51-71997 Murray (H) W 51-02005 Murray W 42-62007 Murray* L 17-232008 Clarksville* W 32-122009 Murray* W 27-17

Bethel (Ky.) College (3-1)H: 2-0-0, A: 1-1-0Year Location W-L Score1924 Russellville, Ky. L 0-61925 Murray W 58-01927 Russellville, Ky. W 25-191928 Murray W 39-0

Bethel (Tenn.) College (0-1)H: 0-0-0, A: 0-1-0Year Location W-L Score1924 McKenzie, Tenn. L 0-60

Birmingham-Southern (1-1)H: 1-1-0, A: 0-0-0Year Location W-L Score1934 Murray (H) L 7-201938 Murray (H) W 47-14

BYU (0-1)H: 0-0-0, A: 0-1-0Year Location W-L Score1998 Provo, Utah L 9-43

Cameron (1-0)H: 1-0-0, A: 0-0-0Year Location W-L Score1974 Murray W 35-27

Central Arkansas (0-1-1)H: 0-0-1, A: 0-1-0Year Location W-L Score1939 Conway, Ark. L 0-211940 Murray T 0-0

Central Florida (0-1)H: 0-0-0, A: 0-1-0Year Location W-L Score1986 Orlando, Fla. L 25-38

Central Missouri (0-1)H: 0-1-0, A: 0-0-0Year Location W-L Score1982 Murray L 0-10

Centre College (0-1)H: 0-0-0, A: 0-1-0Year Location W-L Score1932 Danville L 0-7

Connecticut (0-1) H: 0-0-0, A: 0-1-0Year Location W-L Score2004 Storrs, Conn. L 14-52

Culver-Stockton (2-0)H: 2-0-0, A: 0-0-0Year Location W-L Score1941 Murray W 48-71948 Murray W 40-13

Cumberland (0-1)H: 0-0-0, A: 0-1-0Year Location W-L Score1929 Lebanon, Tenn. L 14-26

Delta State (3-3-2) H: 3-1-1, A: 0-2-1Year Location W-L Score1930 Murray W 26-01931 Murray T 12-121940 Murray W 41-01941 Cleveland, Miss. T 0-01951 Murray (H) W 33-01952 Cleveland, Miss. L 19-331976 Murray L 0-141977 Cleveland, Miss. L 0-38

East Carolina (0-1) H: 0-0-0, A: 0-1-0Year Location W-L Score1983 Greenville, N.C. L 25-50

Eastern Illinois (11-14) H: 8-5-0, A: 3-9-0Year Location W-L Score1946 Murray W 38-131974 Murray W 13-01975 Charleston, Ill. L 6-141977 Murray W 35-71978 Charleston, Ill. L 14-351986 Charleston, Ill.^ L 21-281990 Murray W 14-101991 Murray W 28-271992 Charleston, Ill. L 9-481993 Murray L 7-341994 Charleston, Ill. W 31-151996 Charleston, Ill.* W 35-281997 Murray* W 24-171998 Charleston, Ill.* W 35-211999 Murray* W 37-322000 Charleston, Ill.* L 7-482001 Charleston, Ill.* L 6-372002 Murray* W 37-352003 Murray* L 17-272004 Charleston, Ill.* L 9-242005 Murray* L 28-352006 Charleston, Ill.* L 10-202007 Murray* L 35-382008 Charleston, Ill.* L 6-342009 Murray* L 10-16^ FCS Playoffs, First Round

Eastern Kentucky (25-40-4)H: 14-19-2, A: 11-21-2Year Location W-L Score1929 Murray W 46-01930 Richmond W 52-01941 Richmond L 0-61942 Murray T 6-61945 Richmond T 7-71946 Richmond L 13-261947 Murray W 21-131948 Richmond* L 0-61949 Murray* L 0-201950 Richmond* W 19-01951 Murray* W 9-01952 Richmond* W 20-01953 Murray* L 14-191954 Richmond* L 6-251955 Murray* L 6-211956 Richmond* W 14-71957 Murray* L 19-261958 Richmond* L 6-141959 Murray* L 0-71960 Richmond* W 21-191961 Murray* L 13-141962 Richmond* W 17-141963 Murray* W 20-01964 Richmond* T 6-61965 Murray* T 17-171966 Richmond* L 6-271967 Murray* L 7-281968 Richmond* L 20-211969 Murray* L 13-341970 Richmond* L 7-171971 Murray* W 17-71972 Richmond* W 7-31973 Murray* W 21-201974 Richmond* L 16-301975 Murray* W 26-71976 Richmond* L 10-121977 Murray* W 24-201978 Richmond* L 21-241979 Murray* W 24-71980 Richmond* L 14-241981 Murray* L 20-241982 Richmond* L 20-211983 Murray* W 24-101984 Richmond* L 14-271985 Murray* W 27-201986 Murray* W 17-151987 Richmond* L 21-291988 Murray* L(ot) 24-311989 Richmond* L 36-38

1990 Murray* L 0-421991 Murray* L 17-421992 Richmond* L(ot) 18-211993 Murray* L 13-211994 Richmond* L 13-491995 Murray* W 17-71996 Richmond* W 17-141997 Murray* L 8-291998 Richmond* W 28-211999 Murray* W 45-302000 Richmond* W 24-222001 Murray* L 13-212002 Richmond* L 7-312003 Murray* L 20-382004 Richmond* W(ot) 19-162005 Murray* L 7-432006 Richmond* L 21-512007 Murray* L 35-462008 Richmond* L 7-342009 Murray* L 13-23

East Tennessee State (9-9-3)H: 5-5-0, A: 4-4-3Year Location W-L Score1958 Murray* L 6-121959 Johnson City, Tenn.* L 0-71960 Johnson City, Tenn.* W 14-01961 Johnson City, Tenn.* W 14-91962 Murray* L 3-61963 Johnson City, Tenn.* L 14-211964 Murray* W 26-141965 Johnson City, Tenn.* L 24-271966 Murray* L 16-201967 Johnson City, Tenn.* L 7-81968 Murray* (H) W 30-171969 Johnson City, Tenn.* T 10-101970 Murray* (H) L 6-141971 Johnson City, Tenn.* T 6-61972 Murray* (H) W 17-61973 Johnson City, Tenn.* W 20-141974 Murray* W 17-31975 Johnson City, Tenn.* T 10-101976 Murray* L 11-131977 Johnson City, Tenn.* W 13-101978 Murray (H) W 34-21

Eastern Michigan (1-0)H: 1-0-0, A: 0-0-0Year Location W-L Score1969 Murray W 28-20

Evansville (16-7) H: 11-1-0, A: 5-6-0Year Location W-L Score1924 Evansville, Ind. L 0-221946 Evansville, Ind. L 0-201947 Murray (H) W 18-71948 Murray* W 9-71949 Evansville, Ind.* L 6-131950 Murray* (H) W 27-61951 Evansville, Ind.* L 13-141952 Murray (H) W 14-101953 Murray W 14-71956 Evansville, Ind. W 21-71957 Murray W 33-211958 Evansville, Ind. L 8-271959 Murray L 8-321965 Murray W 26-01966 Evansville, Ind. L 12-141967 Evansville, Ind. W 20-141968 Murray W 58-221969 Evansville, Ind. W 42-161970 Murray W 39-61971 Evansville, Ind. W 38-121972 Murray W 28-221978 Murray W 23-91979 Evansville, Ind. W 24-14

Florida A&M (1-0)H: 0-0-0, A: 1-0-0Year Location W-L Score1981 Tallahassee, Fla. W 14-11

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SERIES RESULTSGeorgetown (Ky.) College (1-0)H: 1-0-0, A: 0-0-0Year Location W-L Score1936 Murray W 27-6

Georgia (0-1)H: 0-0-0, A: 0-1-0Year Location W-L Score1945 Athens, Ga. L 0-49

Glenville State (1-0)H: 1-0-0, A: 0-0-0Year Location W-L Score2004 Murray W 56-3

Hardin-Simmons (0-2)H: 0-0-0, A: 0-1-0, N: 0-1-0Year Location W-L Score1937 Abilene, Texas L 0-211938 Paducah L 14-20

Illinois Wesleyan (3-0)H: 2-0-0, A: 1-0-0Year Location W-L Score1944 Bloomington, Ill. W 28-131944 Murray W 26-61945 Murray (H) W 33-13

Illinois State (1-5)H: 1-2-0, A: 0-3-0Year Location W-L Score2001 Murray W 32-172002 Normal, Ill. L 23-242005 Normal, Ill. L 0-422006 Murray L 14-352007 Normal, Ill. L 17-432008 Murray L 23-42

Indianapolis (1-0)H: 0-0-0, A: 1-0-0Year Location W-L Score1979 Indianapolis, Ind. W 21-7

Indiana (0-1)H: 0-0-0, A: 0-1-0Year Location W-L Score2008 Bloomington, Ind. L 3-45

Indiana State (4-5) H: 3-1-0, A: 1-4-0Year Location W-L Score1990 Terre Haute, Ind. L 0-521997 Murray W 13-01998 Terre Haute, Ind. L 10-662000 Murray W 41-242002 Terre Haute, Ind. L(ot) 31-342003 Murray L 10-172004 Terre Haute, Ind. L 21-282005 Murray W 27-152006 Terre Haute, Ind. W 59-40

Iowa Wesleyan (1-0)H: 1-0-0, A: 0-0-0Year Location W-L Score1967 Murray (H) W 71-12

Jacksonville State (1-6)H: 1-3-0, A: 0-3-0Year Location W-L Score2003 Murray* W(ot) 23-172004 Jacksonville, Ala.* L 14-352005 Murray* L 23-282006 Jacksonville, Ala.* L 17-492007 Murray* L 24-402008 Jacksonville, Ala.* L 21-312009 Murray* (H) L 7-41

Jonesboro (1-0)H: 1-0-0, A: 0-0-0Year Location W-L Score1929 Murray W Forfeit

Kentucky (0-1) H: 0-0-0, A: 0-1-0Year Location W-L Score2003 Lexington L 6-37

Kentucky Wesleyan (2-0)H: 2-0-0, A: 0-0-0Year Location W-L-T Score1999 Murray W 53-02009 Murray W 66-10

Lambuth (13-0) H: 9-0-0, A: 2-0-0, N: 2-0-0Year Location W-L Score1924 Murray W 7-01925 Murray W 37-01926 Jackson, Tenn. W 18-01927 Murray W 12-01928 Jackson, Tenn. W 13-01929 Mayfield W 14-61930 Neutral W 33-61931 Murray W 25-71933 Murray W 26-01934 Murray W 63-01935 Murray W 63-02007 Murray W 48-132008 Murray W 41-17 Lehigh (0-1)H: 0-1-0, A: 0-0-0Year Location W-L Score 1979 Murray^ L 9-28^ FCS Semifinals Liberty (1-0)H: 1-0-0, A: 0-0-0Year Location W-L Score1987 Murray W 34-12 Louisville (6-11)H: 2-3-0, A: 4-8-0Year Location W-L Score1927 Louisville L 0-141932 Murray W 105-01933 Louisville W 54-61949 Louisville L 14-341953 Murray L 14-191954 Louisville W 33-131955 Murray W 33-141956 Louisville L 6-71957 Murray L 0-351958 Louisville L 0-271959 Murray (H) L 0-281960 Louisville L 6-121980 Louisville W 13-91984 Louisville W 26-231987 Louisville L 10-341990 Louisville L 0-682007 Louisville L 10-73 Marshall (4-3)H: 3-0-0, A: 1-3-0Year Location W-L Score1946 Murray (H) W 19-01947 Huntington, W.Va. L 20-411948 Murray W 27-01949 Huntington, W.Va.* L 6-131950 Murray* W 14-01951 Huntington, W.Va.* W 28-131993 Huntington, W.Va. L 3-29 Memphis (10-9-3)H: 6-3-2, A: 4-4-1, N: 0-1-0Year Location W-L Score1924 Murray T 0-01926 Murray W 29-01927 Murray T 14-141928 Memphis, Tenn. W 40-01929 Murray L 13-271930 Memphis, Tenn. L 0-91931 Murray W 28-21932 Memphis, Tenn. W 6-0

1936 Memphis, Tenn. W 20-61937 Murray W 19-01940 Murray (H) W 35-61941 Murray W 31-61947 Murray W 14-71948 Memphis, Tenn. W 26-141949 Murray L 6-341950 Paris, Tenn. L 6-231952 Memphis, Tenn. L 7-341953 Murray (H) L 0-201954 Memphis, Tenn. L 6-341955 Murray L 7-201985 Memphis, Tenn. T 10-102002 Memphis, Tenn. L 6-52 Miami (Fla.) (1-0-1) H: 0-0-1, A: 0-0-0, N: 1-0-0Year Location W-L Score1931 Paducah W 15-01932 Murray T 0-0 Miami (Ohio) (0-2)H: 0-1-0, A: 0-1-0Year Location W-L Score1944 Murray L 14-261947 Oxford, Ohio L 12-28 Middle Tennessee (30-37-3)H: 16-16-1, A: 14-21-2Year Location W-L Score1925 Murray W 6-01926 Murfreesboro, Tenn. T 0-01927 Murray W 14-71928 Murfreesboro, Tenn. W 14-01929 Murray L 0-61930 Murfreesboro, Tenn. L 0-191931 Murray (H) W 13-71932 Murfreesboro, Tenn. W 7-61933 Murray (H) W 70-71934 Murfreesboro, Tenn. W 12-01935 Murray L 6-191936 Murray L 14-191937 Murray W 21-141938 Murfreesboro, Tenn. W 34-01939 Murfreesboro, Tenn. W 14-21940 Murfreesboro, Tenn. W 18-01941 Murray W 34-61942 Murfreesboro, Tenn. T 14-141948 Murfreesboro, Tenn. W 20-121949 Murray T 7-71950 Murfreesboro, Tenn. L 14-341951 Murray W 19-71952 Murfreesboro, Tenn.* W 20-131953 Murray* L 25-281954 Murfreesboro, Tenn.* L 13-211955 Murray* (H) L 28-331956 Murfreesboro, Tenn.* L 7-331957 Murray* (H) L 0-221958 Murfreesboro, Tenn.* L 0-401959 Murray* L 0-551960 Murfreesboro, Tenn.* L 3-201961 Murray* (H) L 18-271962 Murfreesboro, Tenn.* L 6-231963 Murray* (H) L 7-141964 Murfreesboro, Tenn.* L 12-141965 Murray* (H) L 24-281966 Murfreesboro, Tenn.* L 0-331967 Murfreesboro, Tenn.* W 35-141968 Murray* W 35-131969 Murfreesboro, Tenn.* L 24-311970 Murray* W 20-01971 Murfreesboro, Tenn.* W 24-151972 Murray* L 13-141973 Murfreesboro, Tenn.* L 14-171974 Murray* (H) W 14-121975 Murfreesboro, Tenn.* L 5-171976 Murray* (H) W 24-201977 Murfreesboro, Tenn.* W 13-91978 Murray* W 33-71979 Murfreesboro, Tenn.* W 29-81980 Murray* (H) W 38-61981 Murfreesboro, Tenn.* L 9-14

1982 Murray* (H) L 9-271983 Murfreesboro, Tenn.* L 14-171984 Murray* L 16-191985 Murfreesboro, Tenn.* L(ot) 24-311986 Murray* W 21-71987 Murfreesboro, Tenn.* L 9-251988 Murray* W 23-221989 Murfreesboro, Tenn.* L 15-321990 Murray* L 10-311991 Murfreesboro, Tenn.* L 3-351992 Murray* L 6-661993 Murfreesboro, Tenn.* L 3-451994 Murray* L 21-231995 Murfreesboro, Tenn.* W 34-01996 Murray* W 34-71997 Murfreesboro, Tenn.* W 35-171998 Murfreesboro, Tenn.* L 14-352000 Murfreesboro, Tenn. L 28-44 Milligan College (1-1)H: 1-0-0, A: 0-1-0Year Location W-L Score1944 Johnson City, Tenn. L 6-191944 Murray W 14-0 Millsaps College (4-1)H: 2-0-0, A: 1-1-0, N: 1-0-0Year Location W-L Score1933 Neutral W 13-01934 Jackson, Miss. L 6-71935 Murray (H) W 7-61944 Jackson, Miss. W 20-01944 Murray W 58-0 Minnesota (0-1) H: 0-0-0, A: 0-1-0Year Location W-L Score2001 Minneapolis, Minn. L 10-66 Mississippi (0-1)H: 0-0-0, A: 0-1-0Year Location W-L Score2001 Oxford, Miss. L 14-49 Mississippi College (2-2) H: 2-1-0, A: 0-1-0Year Location W-L Score1933 Murray W 30-01934 Clinton, Miss. L 2-121936 Murray (H) L 14-201937 Murray (H) W 43-0 Mississippi State (0-2)H: 0-0-0, A: 0-2-0Year Location W-L Score1946 Starkville, Miss. L 0-692005 Starkville, Miss. L 6-38

Missouri (0-1) H: 0-0-0, A: 0-1-0Year Location W-L Score2006 Columbia, Mo. L 7-47 Missouri-Rolla (3-0) H: 2-0-0, A: 1-0-0Year Location W-L Score1950 Rolla, Mo. W 21-01951 Murray W 31-71992 Murray W 36-0

Missouri State (4-0)H: 2-0-0, A: 2-0-0Year Location W-L Score1982 Murray W 21-71983 Murray (H) W 19-01984 Springfield, Mo. W 33-201985 Springfield, Mo.# W 36-212009 Springfield, Mo. L 10-35# Designated OVC game


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Morehead State (40-16-1)H: 22-6-0, A: 18-10-0, N: 0-0-1Year Location W-L Score1936 Morehead W 14-71937 Murray W 32-71938 Morehead W 14-01939 Murray W 20-71940 Ashland T 0-01941 Murray (H) W 16-71942 Morehead L 0-131946 Murray W 38-191947 Morehead W 13-61948 Murray* W 33-01949 Morehead* L 0-211950 Murray* W 21-131951 Morehead* W 14-01952 Murray* W 48-01953 Morehead* W 33-01954 Murray* (H) W 24-161955 Morehead* W 22-71956 Morehead* W 22-71957 Morehead* W 21-71958 Murray* W 34-61959 Morehead* L 8-91960 Murray* W 14-81961 Morehead* W 35-281962 Murray* L 13-141963 Morehead* L 10-241964 Murray* L 14-171965 Morehead* W 13-121966 Murray* L 9-301967 Murray* W 21-151968 Morehead* W 28-211969 Murray* W 13-71970 Morehead* L 7-241971 Murray* L 14-481972 Morehead* L 24-271973 Murray* W 30-161974 Morehead* W 25-241975 Murray* (H) W 17-31976 Morehead* W 7-61977 Murray* L 3-171978 Morehead* L 32-491979 Murray* W 31-71980 Morehead* W 30-61981 Murray* W 20-71982 Morehead* L 10-131983 Murray* W 38-01984 Morehead* W 58-281985 Murray* (H) W 35-91986 Morehead* W 45-111987 Murray* (H) W 53-151988 Morehead* W 29-221989 Murray* (H) W 27-131990 Morehead* L 6-691991 Murray* L 10-201992 Morehead* L 7-311993 Murray* W 39-01994 Morehead* W 45-61995 Murray* (H) W 63-13 Nevada (0-1) H: 0-0-0, A: 0-1-0Year Location W-L Score1988 Reno, Nev. L 18-28

North Alabama (4-5)H: 3-3-0, A: 1-2-0Year Location W-L Score1928 Murray W 86-01954 Florence, Ala. L 13-201955 Murray W 14-71956 Florence, Ala. L 18-191957 Murray W 7-01958 Florence, Ala. W 20-61959 Murray L 6-131960 Murray L 15-201961 Murray L 6-9

North Carolina State (0-1) H: 0-0-0, A: 0-1-0Year Location W-L Score2009 Raleigh, N.C. L 7-65

North Texas (0-1) H: 0-0-0, A: 0-1-0Year Location W-L Score1989 Denton, Texas L 14-28 Northern Illinois (0-1)H: 0-0-0, A: 0-1-0Year Location W-L Score1990 DeKalb, Ill. L 7-49 Northern Iowa (0-1) H: 0-1-0, A: 0-0-0Year Location W-L Score1995 Murray^ L 34-35^First Round FCS Playoffs

Northwestern State (0-2)H: 0-1-0, A: 0-1-0Year Location W-L Score1939 Murray L 0-191940 Natchitoches, La. L 6-20 Ogden College (1-0-1)H: 1-0-1, A: 0-0-0Year Location W-L Score1924 Murray W 8-01925 Murray T 0-0 Ohio (1-1)H: 0-0-0, A: 1-1-0Year Location W-L Score1945 Athens, Ohio W 19-131946 Athens, Ohio L 7-27 Ouachita Baptist (2-0)H: 1-0-0, A: 1-0-0Year Location W-L Score1936 Murray W 21-01937 Arkadelphia, Ark. W 27-7 Paducah Tilghman (0-0-1)H: 0-0-0, A: 0-0-1Year Location W-L Score1924 Paducah T 0-0 Parsons College (2-0)H: 0-0-0, A: 2-0-0Year Location W-L Score1964 Fairfield, Iowa W 48-321970 Fairfield, Iowa W 24-21 Rhodes College (0-0-1)H: 0-0-1, A: 0-0-0Year Location W-L Score1938 Murray T 6-6

Rollins College (0-1)H: 0-0-0, A: 0-1-0Year Location W-L Score1947 Winter Park, Fla. L 7-13 St. Xavier (0-1)H: 0-0-0, A: 0-1-0Year Location W-L Score1926 Chicago, Ill. L 0-48

Samford (5-6)H: 5-3-0, A: 0-3-0Year Location W-L Score1935 Murray L 0-131938 Murray W 27-71939 Murray L 0-71945 Murray W 41-61999 Murray W 34-272000 Birmingham, Ala. L 17-192002 Murray W 54-17

2003 Birmingham, Ala.* L 6-352004 Murray* W 24-212005 Birmingham, Ala.* L 23-272006 Murray* L 7-33

South Carolina State (1-0)H: 1-0-0, A: 0-0-0Year Location W-L Score1985 Murray W 35-21 Southeastern Louisiana (0-1)H: 0-1-0, A: 0-0-0Year Location W-L Score1979 Murray L 11-19

Southeast Missouri State (36-7-1)H: 19-2-0, A: 17-5-1Year Location W-L Score1926 Murray W 3-01927 Cape Girardeau, Mo. W 6-01928 Murray W 12-01929 Cape Girardeau, Mo. L 0-61930 Murray W 7-01931 Cape Girardeau, Mo. W 32-61948 Cape Girardeau, Mo. W 40-01960 Murray W 21-101961 Cape Girardeau, Mo. W 22-71962 Cape Girardeau, Mo. W 19-151968 Cape Girardeau, Mo. W 27-141969 Murray W 34-141976 Murray W 14-31977 Cape Girardeau, Mo. W 13-61978 Murray L 12-241979 Cape Girardeau, Mo. T 21-211980 Murray W 19-61981 Cape Girardeau, Mo. W 37-231982 Murray W 16-61983 Cape Girardeau, Mo. W 25-111984 Murray W 42-31985 Murray W 33-251986 Cape Girardeau, Mo. W 42-171987 Murray W 30-121988 Cape Girardeau, Mo. L 13-161991 Murray* W 14-101992 Cape Girardeau, Mo.* L 21-271993 Murray* W 17-141994 Cape Girardeau, Mo.* W 23-161995 Murray* W 34-01996 Cape Girardeau, Mo.* W 16-01997 Murray* W 17-31998 Cape Girardeau, Mo.* W 26-141999 Murray* W 45-182000 Cape Girardeau, Mo.* W 38-282001 Cape Girardeau, Mo.* W 12-02002 Murray* W 38-312003 Cape Girardeau, Mo.* W 27-242004 Murray* W 28-132005 Cape Girardeau, Mo.* L 21-522006 Murray* L 17-242007 Cape Girardeau, Mo.* W 31-172008 Murray* W 17-102009 Cape Girardeau, Mo.* L 13-49

Southern Illinois (10-8-2)H: 8-2-0, A: 2-6-2Year Location W-L Score1927 Murray W 6-31928 Carbondale, Ill. T 0-01929 Murray W 13-121930 Carbondale, Ill. L 6-251932 Carbondale, Ill. T 0-01933 Murray W 13-01986 Murray L 0-311988 Carbondale, Ill. L 21-281989 Murray W 24-111990 Carbondale, Ill. L 7-451991 Murray L 27-311995 Carbondale, Ill. W 35-31996 Murray W 43-381997 Carbondale, Ill. L 20-241998 Murray W 41-13

1999 Carbondale, Ill. L 51-582000 Murray W 42-202001 Carbondale, Ill. W 24-202002 Murray W 42-242003 Carbondale, Ill. L 7-32 Spring Hill College (0-1)H: 0-1-0, A: 0-0-0Year Location W-L Score1935 Murray L 0-33 Springfield College (1-0)H: 1-0-0, A: 0-0-0Year Location W-L Score1942 Murray W 24-6 Stetson (1-1)H: 1-0-0, A: 0-1-0Year Location W-L Score1934 Murray W 19-71935 DeLand, Fla. L 0-6 Sul Ross State (0-0-1)H: 0-0-0, A: 0-0-0, N: 0-0-1Year Location W-L Score1948 Orlando, Fla.# T 21-21# Tangerine Bowl Tennessee-Chattanooga (0-2)H: 0-0-0, A: 0-2-0Year Location W-L Score1945 Chattanooga, Tenn. L 12-281946 Chattanooga, Tenn. L 6-34

Tennessee State (10-11)H: 5-5-0, A: 4-6-0, N: 1-0-0Year Location W-L Score1988 Murray* W 22-71989 Memphis, Tenn.* W 27-241990 Murray* L 17-231991 Nashville, Tenn.* L 7-281992 Murray* L 10-191993 Nashville, Tenn.* L 13-261994 Murray* L 21-241995 Nashville, Tenn.* W 24-191996 Murray* W 50-141997 Nashville, Tenn.* W 13-71998 Murray* L 44-461999 Nashville, Tenn.* L 41-422000 Murray* W 62-402001 Nashville, Tenn.* L 25-382002 Murray* W 51-272003 Murray* L 10-352004 Nashville, Tenn.* W 30-132006 Nashville, Tenn.* L 15-252007 Nashville, Tenn.* L 28-422008 Murray* W 24-172009 Nashville, Tenn. W 9-6

Tennessee Tech (33-41-1)H: 18-17-1, A: 14-22-0, N: 1-2-0Year Location W-L Score1930 Murray L 6-261931 Cookeville, Tenn. L 7-191932 Murray T 0-01933 Cookeville, Tenn. W 9-61934 Murray W 40-71935 Cookeville, Tenn. W 13-01936 Cookeville, Tenn. W 47-01937 Murray W 14-61941 Owensboro L 6-141942 Henderson L 6-191945 Cookeville, Tenn. W 13-71946 Paducah W 20-131947 Cookeville, Tenn. W 7-21948 Murray W 34-61949 Cookeville, Tenn.* W 26-71950 Murray* W 6-01951 Cookeville, Tenn.* W 20-71952 Murray* L 3-14

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SERIES RESULTS1953 Cookeville, Tenn.* L 0-91954 Murray* W 19-121955 Cookeville, Tenn.* L 7-201956 Murray* W 34-71957 Cookeville, Tenn.* L 14-261958 Murray* L 14-151959 Cookeville, Tenn.* L 16-291960 Murray* L 12-141961 Cookeville, Tenn.* L 8-271962 Murray* L 12-161963 Cookeville, Tenn.* W 28-271964 Murray* W 28-211965 Cookeville, Tenn.* L 14-231966 Murray* L 13-511967 Murray* L 21-221968 Cookeville, Tenn.* W 19-01969 Murray* L 21-281970 Cookeville, Tenn.* L 7-211971 Murray* L 3-271972 Cookeville, Tenn.* L 0-101973 Murray* W 18-171974 Cookeville, Tenn.* L 0-261975 Murray* L 7-141976 Cookeville, Tenn.* L 7-241977 Murray* L 19-211978 Cookeville, Tenn.* L 14-241979 Murray* W 24-31980 Cookeville, Tenn.* W 10-31981 Murray* W 15-101982 Cookeville, Tenn.* L 3-101983 Murray* W 20-61984 Cookeville, Tenn.* W 37-01985 Murray* W 29-211986 Murray* W 23-161987 Cookeville, Tenn.* W 24-211988 Murray* L(ot) 13-161989 Cookeville, Tenn.* L 20-211990 Murray* L 3-161991 Cookeville, Tenn.* L 7-451992 Murray* L 10-351993 Cookeville, Tenn.* L 16-311994 Murray* L 21-381995 Cookeville, Tenn.* W 45-141996 Murray* W 41-31997 Cookeville, Tenn.* L(ot) 13-161998 Murray* W 23-31999 Cookeville, Tenn.* W 22-112000 Murray* L 21-362001 Cookeville, Tenn.* L 12-152002 Murray* W 31-142003 Cookeville, Tenn.* L 24-492004 Murray* W 34-152005 Cookeville, Tenn.* L 21-422006 Murray* L(ot) 14-202007 Cookeville, Tenn.* L 24-482008 Murray* W 51-212009 Cookeville, Tenn.* L 14-45

Texas A&M-Commerce (0-2)H: 0-0-0, A: 0-1-0, N: 0-1-0Year Location W-L Score1939 Paducah L 6-271940 Commerce, Texas L 14-21

Transylvania (1-0) H: 1-0-0, A: 0-0-0Year Location W-L Score1939 Murray W 46-7

Troy (0-1) H: 0-0-0, A: 0-1-0Year Location W-L Score1996 Troy, Ala.^ L 3-31^ Denotes NCAA FCS Playoffs

Truman State (1-1)H: 1-1-0, A: 0-0-0Year Location W-L Score1945 Murray W 51-71963 Murray L 7-26

Union University (8-6-1)H: 4-2-1, A: 2-3-0, N: 2-1-0Year Location W-L Score1924 Murray T 0-01925 Murray W 38-01926 Jackson, Tenn. L 0-61931 Jackson, Tenn. L 2-201932 Murray W 14-01933 Murray W 20-01934 Murray W 19-01936 Dyersburg, Tenn. L 7-191937 Dyersburg, Tenn. W 21-01938 Jackson, Tenn. W 30-01939 Union City, Tenn. W 14-01940 Jackson, Tenn. W 14-111941 Murray L 0-121942 Jackson, Tenn. L 0-391942 Murray L 0-14

UT Martin (34-14-1)H: 18-6-1, A: 16-8-0Year Location W-L Score1924 Murray& W 13-01925 Martin, Tenn., Tenn.& W 6-01926 Murray& W 25-01927 Martin, Tenn.# W 13-71928 Murray# W 34-61929 Murray# W 13-71930 Martin, Tenn.# W 7-01961 Murray W 25-151962 Martin, Tenn. W 15-121963 Murray W 19-81964 Martin, Tenn. W 32-141965 Murray L 7-171966 Martin, Tenn. L 12-161967 Martin, Tenn. L 9-161968 Murray T 7-71971 Martin, Tenn. L 0-411972 Murray W 14-71973 Martin, Tenn. W 21-101974 Murray W 14-61975 Martin, Tenn. W 17-101976 Murray L 0-241977 Martin, Tenn. L 20-311978 Murray W 21-71979 Martin, Tenn. W 24-01980 Murray W 20-61981 Martin, Tenn. W 10-71982 Murray L 7-101987 Murray W 34-61988 Murray L 24-321989 Martin, Tenn. W 24-31991 Murray W 40-341992 Martin, Tenn.* L 7-131993 Martin, Tenn.* W(ot) 28-211994 Murray* W 28-241995 Murray* W 33-91996 Martin, Tenn.* W 28-141997 Martin, Tenn.* W 45-71998 Murray* W 47-351999 Murray* W 62-142000 Martin, Tenn.* W 48-32001 Murray* W 35-172002 Martin, Tenn.* W 42-32003 Martin, Tenn.* W 41-262004 Murray* W 38-02005 Martin, Tenn.* L 20-492006 Murray* L 14-422007 Martin, Tenn.* L 34-762008 Murray* L 38-632009 Martin, Tenn.* L 24-38

Valparaiso (1-0) H: 1-0-0, A: 0-0-0Year Location W-L Score2003 Murray W 34-0

West Virginia Tech (1-0)H: 1-0-0, A: 0-0-0Year Location W-L Score1996 Murray W 65-0

Western Carolina (3-3)H: 1-2-0, A: 2-1-0Year Location W-L Score1971 Cullowhee, N.C. W 32-221972 Murray L 12-211973 Murray W 27-251974 Cullowhee, N.C. W 10-31975 Murray L 9-161976 Cullowhee, N.C. L 10-13

Western Illinois (3-1)H: 2-0-0, A: 1-1-0Year Location W-L Score1962 Macomb, Ill. W 7-61994 Macomb, Ill L 17-731995 Murray W 56-181996 Murray^ W 34-6^NCAA FCS First Round Playoffs

Western Kentucky (24-36-7)H: 16-16-4, A: 8-20-3Year Location W-L Score1931 Bowling Green L 0-71932 Murray (H) L 0-61933 Bowling Green W 20-61934 Murray W 27-141935 Bowling Green L 6-211936 Murray L 0-141937 Murray T 7-71938 Murray L 7-211939 Bowling Green T 12-121940 Murray L 0-61941 Bowling Green T 0-01942 Murray L 13-241946 Murray W 55-61947 Murray W 21-01948 Bowling Green* W 24-71949 Murray* L 7-101950 Murray* T 27-271951 Murray* W 23-61952 Bowling Green* L 7-121953 Bowling Green* L 7-131954 Murray* W 19-01955 Bowling Green* W 28-121956 Murray* W 34-131957 Murray* T 7-71958 Murray* W 12-71959 Bowling Green* L 6-211960 Murray* W 26-71961 Bowling Green* L 6-141962 Murray* (H) L 15-161963 Bowling Green* L 0-501964 Murray* W 14-71965 Bowling Green* T 14-141966 Murray* L 20-371967 Bowling Green* L 19-421968 Murray* W 17-141969 Bowling Green* L 14-561970 Murray* L 7-331971 Bowling Green* L 10-241972 Murray* L 6-171973 Bowling Green* L 27-321974 Murray* W 9-71975 Bowling Green* L 0-191976 Murray* W 16-61977 Bowling Green* W 21-131978 Murray* L 6-141979 Bowling Green* W 30-201980 Murray* W 49-01981 Bowling Green* W 38-61982 Murray L 20-271983 Bowling Green W 7-31984 Murray W 17-161985 Bowling Green L 25-271986 Murray T 10-101987 Bowling Green L 17-211989 Murray W 17-141991 Bowling Green L 0-141992 Murray L 15-471993 Bowling Green L 14-441994 Murray L 13-39

1995 Bowling Green W 35-141996 Murray L(ot) 41-441997 Bowling Green L(ot) 50-521998 Murray W 36-311999 Bowling Green* L 15-212000 Murray* L 38-482002 Bowling Green^ L 20-592008 Bowling Green L 9-50^NCAA FCS First Round Playoffs

Will Mayfield College (4-0)H: 3-0-0, A: 1-0-0Year Location W-L Score1925 Murray W 27-91926 Marble Hill, Mo. W 26-01927 Murray W 33-71928 Murray W 119-6

Wisconsin (0-1)H: 0-0-0, A: 0-1-0Year Location W-L Score1999 Madison, Wisc. L 10-49

Wisconsin-Superior (2-0)H: 1-0-0, A: 1-0-0 Year Location W-L Score1937 Murray W 26-61938 Superior, Wisc. W 26-0

Youngstown State (6-2)H: 5-0-0, A: 1-2-0Year Location W-L Score1970 Murray W 42-321973 Youngstown, Ohio L 8-121980 Murray W 24-61981 Youngstown, Ohio* W 13-91983 Murray* W 19-71984 Murray* W 25-71986 Murray* W 17-141987 Youngstown, Ohio* L(ot) 13-20

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1st LastTeam W-L-T .........Mtg ........ Mtg ....StreakAkron 3-4-1 ............ 1980 ..........1989 .............T1Arkansas-Monticello 1-0-0 ............ 1950 ..........1950 ........... W1Arkansas State 4-9-0 ............ 1928 ..........1966 ............. L3Austin Peay 30-13-0 ..... 1953 ....... 2009 ........ W2Bethel (Ky.) College 3-1-0 ............ 1924 ..........1928 ........... W3Bethel (Tenn.) College 0-1-0 ............ 1924 ..........1924 ............. L1Birmingham-Southern 1-1-0 ............ 1934 ..........1938 ........... W1BYU 0-1-0 ............ 1998 ..........1998 ............. L1Cameron 1-0-0 ............ 1974 ..........1974 ........... W1Central Arkansas 0-1-1 ......... 1939 ....... 1940 ..........T1Central Florida 0-1-0 ............ 1986 ..........1986 ............. L1Central Missouri 0-1-0 ............ 1982 ..........1982 ............. L1Centre College 0-1-0 ............ 1932 ..........1932 ............. L1Connecticut 0-1-0 ............ 2004 ..........2004 ............. L1Culver-Stockton 2-0-0 ............ 1941 ..........1948 ........... W2Cumberland 0-1-0 ............ 1929 ..........1929 ............. L1Delta State 3-3-2 ............ 1930 ..........1977 ............. L3East Carolina 0-1-0 ............ 1983 ..........1983 ............. L1Eastern Illinois 11-14-0 ..... 1946 ....... 2009 ..........L7Eastern Kentucky 25-40-4 ..... 1929 ....... 2009 ..........L5East Tennessee State 9-9-3 ............ 1958 ..........1978 ........... W2Eastern Michigan 1-0-0 ............ 1969 ..........1969 ........... W1Evansville 16-7-0 .......... 1924 ..........1979 ........... W8Florida A&M 1-0-0 ............ 1981 ..........1981 ........... W1Georgetown (Ky.) College 1-0-0 ............ 1936 ..........1936 ........... W1Georgia 0-1-0 ............ 1945 ..........1945 ............. L1Glenville State 1-0-0 ............ 2004 ..........2004 ........... W1Hall-Moody 3-0-0 ............ 1924 ..........1926 ........... W3Hardin-Simmons 0-2-0 ............ 1937 ..........1938 ............. L2Indiana 0-1-0 ............ 2008 ..........2008 ............. L1Illinois Wesleyan 3-0-0 ............ 1944 ..........1945 ........... W3Illinois State 1-5-0 ............ 2001 ..........2008 ............. L5Indianapolis 1-0-0 ............ 1979 ..........1979 ........... W1Indiana State 4-5-0 ............ 1990 ..........2006 ........... W2Iowa Wesleyan 1-0-0 ............ 1967 ..........1967 ........... W1Jacksonville State 1-6-0 ......... 2003 ....... 2009 ..........L6Jonesboro 1-0-0 ............ 1929 ..........1929 ........... W1Kent State 0-0-0 ......... 2010 ....... 2010 ........... --Kentucky 0-1-0 ............ 2003 ..........2003 ............. L1Kentucky Wesleyan 2-0-0 ............ 1999 ..........2009 ........... W2Lambuth 13-0-0 .......... 1924 ..........2008 .........W13Lehigh 0-1-0 ............ 1979 ..........1979 ............. L1Liberty 1-0-0 ............ 1987 ..........1987 ........... W1Louisville 6-11-0 .......... 1927 ..........2007 ............. L3Marshall 4-3-0 ............ 1946 ..........1993 ............. L1Memphis 10-9-3 .......... 1924 ..........2002 ............. L1Miami (Fla.) 1-0-1 ............ 1931 ..........1932 .............T1Miami (Ohio) 0-2-0 ............ 1944 ..........1947 ............. L2Middle Tennessee 30-37-3 ....... 1925 ..........2000 ............. L2Milligan College 1-1-0 ............ 1944 ..........1944 ........... W1Millsaps College 4-1-0 ............ 1933 ..........1944 ........... W3Minnesota 0-1-0 ............ 2001 ..........2001 ............. L1Mississippi 0-1-0 ............ 2001 ..........2001 ............. L1Mississippi College 2-2-0 ............ 1933 ..........1937 ........... W1Mississippi State 0-2-0 ............ 1946 ..........2005 ............. L2Missouri 0-1-0 ............ 2006 ..........2006 ............. L1Missouri-Rolla 3-0-0 ............ 1950 ..........1992 ........... W3Missouri State 4-1-0 ......... 1982 ....... 2009 ..........L1

Morehead State 40-16-1 ....... 1936 ..........1995 ........... W3Nevada 0-1-0 ............ 1988 ..........1988 ............. L1North Alabama 4-5-0 ............ 1928 ..........1961 ............. L3North Carolina State 0-1-0 ............ 2009 ..........2009 ............. L1North Texas 0-1-0 ............ 1989 ..........1989 ............. L1Northern Illinois 0-1-0 ............ 1990 ..........1990 ............. L1Northern Iowa 0-1-0 ............ 1995 ..........1995 ............. L1Northwestern State 0-2-0 ............ 1939 ..........1940 ............. L2Ogden College 1-0-1 ............ 1924 ..........1925 .............T1Ohio University 1-1-0 ............ 1945 ..........1946 ............. L1Ouachita Baptist 2-0-0 ............ 1936 ..........1937 ........... W2Paducah Tilghman 0-0-1 ............ 1924 ..........1924 .............T1Parsons College 2-0-0 ............ 1964 ..........1970 ........... W2Rhodes College 0-0-1 ............ 1938 ..........1938 .............T1Rollins College 0-1-0 ............ 1947 ..........1947 ............. L1St. Xavier 0-1-0 ............ 1926 ..........1926 ............. L1Samford 5-6-0 ............ 1935 ..........2006 ............. L2South Carolina State 1-0-0 ............ 1985 ..........1985 ........... W1Southeastern Louisiana 0-1-0 ............ 1979 ..........1979 ............. L1Southeast Missouri State 36-7-1 ....... 1926 ....... 2009 ..........L1Southern Illinois 10-8-2 .......... 1927 ..........2003 ............. L1Spring Hill College 0-1-0 ............ 1935 ..........1935 ............. L1Springfield College 1-0-0 ............ 1942 ..........1942 ........... W1Stetson 1-1-0 ............ 1934 ..........1935 ............. L1Sul Ross State 0-0-1 ............ 1948 ..........1948 .............T1Tennessee-Chattanooga 0-2-0 ............ 1945 ..........1946 ............. L2Tennessee State 10-11-0 ..... 1988 ....... 2009 ........ W2Tennessee Tech 33-41-1 ..... 1930 ....... 2009 ..........L1Texas A&M-Commerce 0-2-0 ............ 1939 ..........1940 ............. L2Transylvania 1-0-0 ............ 1939 ..........1939 ............. L1Troy 0-1-0 ............ 1996 ..........1996 ............. L1Truman State 1-1-0 ............ 1945 ..........1963 ............. L1Union 8-6-1 ............ 1924 ..........1942 ............. L3UT Martin 31-14-1 ..... 1927 ....... 2009 ..........L5Valparaiso 1-0-0 ............ 2003 ..........2003 ........... W1West Virginia Tech 1-0-0 ............ 1996 ..........1996 ........... W1Western Carolina 3-3-0 ............ 1971 ..........1976 ............. L2Western Illinois 3-1-0 ............ 1962 ..........1996 ........... W2Western Kentucky 24-36-7 ....... 1931 ..........2008 ............. L4Will Mayfield College 4-0-0 ............ 1925 ..........1928 ........... W4Wisconsin 0-1-0 ............ 1999 ..........1999 ............. L1Wisconsin-Superior 2-0-0 ............ 1937 ..........1938 ........... W2Youngstown State 6-2-0 ............ 1970 ..........1987 ............. L1

TOTAL .............................441-380-36 (.536)

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USNews & World ReportMSU ranked among the “Top Tier” universities in academic

quality 18 consecutive years. (1992 – 2009)

Murray ranked in the Top 10 four consecutive years among all public universities offering master’s programs. (2006 – 2009)

MSU ranked 7th among all public universities in the southern region. (2009)

Murray State is the highest rated Kentucky public university in the freshman retention category. (2009)

Forbes.com

MSU is the highest ranked Kentucky public university among America’s Best Colleges. (2008)

ESPNMurray State University Men’s Basketball named 30th

on list of All-Time Best Basketball Programs (2008)

FiErcE among competition … Murray State ranked again!

www.murraystate.edu

MURRAY STATE


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THIS IS...

World-Wide Recognition U.S. News & World Report magazine has recognized Murray State Univer-sity’s continuing excellence as a top tier university for 15 consecutive years. Murray ranks sixth in the South among “Top Public Universities - Master’s,” and is the only Kentucky university to be ranked in the top tier for 15 years in a row. In the 2006 U.S. News college guide, the university received its highest overall ranking ever, coming in at 17th among all public and private universi-ties in the southern region of the country. Additionally, Murray State was named in the South’s best master’s uni-versities Great Schools at a Great Price category, where MSU was recognized as one of the top two best values among public schools in the South. Murray State University’s solid academic program and affordable price make it an excellent buy for students seeking success.

High Academic Standards Murray State is certified by national and regional accreditation agencies, which means MSU meets rigid standards.

Murray State University is home to 10,100 stu-dents. They come from nearby, from through-

out the nation and around the world. From thousands of universities, students choose Murray State University because of its academic repu-tation. Along with exceptional teachers, they get Mur-ray State’s personal approach to living and learning. Long considered one of the best-kept secrets in higher education, the word is starting to get out about the excellence of Murray State University. Students don’t just pick Murray State - they’re drawn to it.

As one of the best public liberal arts universities, Murray State has attracted students of high academic standing. In fact, entering MSU stu-dents have the highest ACT average of all Kentucky regional campuses. They are accustomed to challenges, and they are not disappointed. Murray State’s highly-respected liberal arts curriculum is built on a core of courses called University Studies. University Studies is designed to edu-cate each student broadly in the various areas of human knowledge: the arts, the humanities, the natural sciences and the social sciences. Equally important, the curriculum helps students develop communication skills vital to becoming a responsible citizen and a lifelong learner.

The Campus Since its founding in 1922, Murray State has gained a reputation for having one of the most beautiful campuses in the country. Adding to the natural scenic beauty of the campus are the many well-maintained and aesthetically-pleasing buildings. Over the years, MSU has kept its historical look despite making several additions. Currently, the university has three major building projects under way and several others on the drawing board. Most notably, the university just completed a project which included an impressive entrance to the campus and a fence reminiscent of the ones which encircle the many thoroughbred horse farms which Kentucky is known. Other recently completed projects include the Alexander Hall education building and Phase I of the science complex.

Residential Colleges Through the recently created Residential College system, Murray State offers students a way of collegiate life that leads to individual and team success. In 1998, MSU decided to transform its housing complex (dormi-tories) into separate colleges where students who share the same majors or educational pursuits share the entire collegiate experience. In essence, Murray State didn’t just make a transformation; it separated itself from other higher education institutions. From the moment students enroll at Murray State, they become a part of their own residential college within the university. It means belonging. It means each college will have its own government, its own athletic teams, its own faculty ombudsperson and its own traditions. When the Chronicle of Higher Education featured MSU’s improved style of education, it wrote of “a sense of college unity” and “competition that carries over into the classroom.” The Times of London referred to the idea as a vision of Oxford University in Kentucky.

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MURRAY STATE The system is closest to elite U.S. universities, such as Harvard and Yale, which assign their many students to residential houses,” wrote the Times.

Student Life Murray State University offers an active, vibrant and challenging envi-ronment for its students. From the classroom to the residential college room, the Murray State experience is one which students will harbor for a lifetime. In the classroom, educators are dedicated to seeing each student reach his or her potential. Class size is about 30 to 35 students. Outside of the classroom, Murray State offers many athletic and social programs. Intramural sports operate year-round, while fraternities and sororities allow students to form bonds with “brothers” and “sisters” which will last a lifetime. Murray State also attracts a wide array of nationally-acclaimed speakers, top concerts and other events. Perhaps the biggest event on campus each year is Homecoming. Each fall, thousands of alumni return to Murray State to renew old friendships and visit the place they called home for four years.

Racer Athletics The university’s intercollegiate athletic programs are a source of tra-dition, school pride, spirit and entertainment for students, alumni and community members alike. Competing at the highest level of college athletics, MSU is a member of NCAA Division I and is a founding member of the Ohio Valley Conference with its 16-team program. Murray State is committed to athletic excellence, which is evident by its 96 OVC championships in the 54 years that the Racers have been competing in the league. One of the greatest benefits of Racer athletics to Murray State is the attention and acclaim which it brings to the university. The Murray State men’s basketball team has achieved extensive notoriety by competing in the NCAA Tournament in most years. Also, the Racers find themselves being written about in such publications as Sports Illustrated, ESPN The Magazine, The Sporting News, USA Today and dozens of publications and newspapers across the country. Additionally, Murray State is featured several times each year on ESPN and Fox Sports Net South as part of their college basketball and football broadcasts. Murray State has also sent its share of players to the NFL, the NBA, Major League Baseball and other professional leagues around the world.

Local Community Located in the city of Murray in Calloway County in the southwestern corner of Kentucky, Murray State is surrounded by a neighborly Main Street community of nearly 50,000 people. Known for its friendly citizens and beautiful, wooded landscape, Murray/Calloway County is a growing and thriving area. In addition to its strong educational, employment and quality of life opportunities, Murray/Calloway County’s location is beneficial in many ways. Located in the Jackson Purchase region of western Kentucky, Murray is eight miles from Tennessee, 50 miles from Illinois, 65 miles from Missouri and 150 miles from Indiana, making it easily able to draw students from five different states. Also, four major cities (St. Louis, Nash-ville, Memphis, Louisville) are within a few hours’ driving distance from Murray. One of the biggest attractions in western Kentucky is scenic Kentucky Lake and the Land Between the Lakes. Just a 15-minute drive from the Murray State campus are boating, fishing, hunting, camping and hiking opportunities, which students often take advantage of during fall and spring weekends.


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Dr. Randy J. Dunn became Murray State’s 11th president on Dec. 1, 2006. He also holds tenure as a professor in MSU’s De-partment of Educational Studies, Leadership and Counseling.

Dunn served as the Illinois State Superintendent of Schools previous to taking the MSU presidency and he has chaired the Department of Educational Administration and Higher Educa-tion at Southern Illinois University Carbondale. Dunn began his academic career at Memphis State University (now The University of Memphis).

Dunn earned his doctorate from the University of Illinois in 1991, having completed his bachelor’s degree in education (1980) and his master’s degree in educational administration and foundations (1983) from Illinois State University.

A K-20 educator, Dunn has served in almost every capacity, from classroom teacher and building principal to district super-intendent and university professor. In addition to his service to state and local schools, he has distinguished himself as a noted scholar and professor in educational leadership.

DR. RANDY J. DUNNUNIVERSITY PRESIDENT

During his time as a professor, he published more than 29 professional articles and book chapters, and made more than 30 presentations at state and national conferences.

Dunn has directly influenced hundreds of educators, teaching more than 11 different graduate courses and serv-ing on more than 40 doctoral dissertation committees dur-ing his academic career. He has also served as principal or co-investigator on numerous funded grants totaling nearly $650,000.

Dunn and his wife Ronda have four children—two who are students at Murray State and two in the Chicago area.

Stephen WilliamsLouisville

Dr. Jerry Sue Thornton

Moreland Hill, Ohio

Phil Schooley Staff Regent

Murray

Dr. Constanine CurrisChair

Lexington

Bill AdamsVice Chair Murray

Sharon GreenMayfield

Susan Shaffer Guess

Paducah

Kirby O’Donaghue

Student RegentWestview

Marilyn Buchanon

Grand Rivers

Harry Lee Waterfield II

Frankfort

Murray State University Board Of Regents

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ALLEN WARDDIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS

Allen Ward joined the Murray State athletics department as its director on March 30, 2005. Since his arrival, there has been a prevailing theme that symbolizes his administration: steady and significant progress.

“It’s an honor to serve as Director of Athletics at Murray State.” said Ward. “I’m very pleased with the direction of the program and confident it’s positioned for long-term success.”

The most recent illustration of Ward’s stamp on the program was Murray State’s capturing of the 2008-09 OVC Commissioners Cup, a symbol of overall athletic excellence in OVC sponsored championships.

“The OVC Commissioners Cup signifies excellence throughout the entire program,” said Ward. “It’s a good barometer in measuring the overall success of any athletic department and it’s exactly what I envisioned when I came to Murray State”.

It’s the first time since 1991 that Murray State has won the all-sports trophy. Ten of Murray’s fifteen sports finished in third place or higher, with three sports winning conference championships.

Ward also emphasizes the importance of achievement in the classroom as well.

“Our motto is Four Years – Two Goals. We want every student-athlete to leave Murray State with a degree in one hand and a championship ring on the other,” states Ward unrelentingly. “I fully expect our student-athletes to take advantage of their opportunity to receive a quality education while competing at the highest level of intercollegiate athletics.”

Each of the past four years, the graduation rates for student-athletes have surpassed that of the general student body.

Ward makes no secret where he intends to take the program.

“I expect to be a leader in the OVC in everything we do. I expect to win championships and advance to compete on the national stage. I intend to continue to move the program forward,” states Ward.

And Murray moving forward is exactly what has been happening. Over $3.5 million in athletic facility enhancements have been made touching every sport and unit.

The department successfully completed its 10-year NCAA Recertification process. The overall APR scores for the department now surpass 960, and the cumulative GPA for student-athletes for the spring, 2009 semester was 3.06.

Under Ward’s leadership, the Racer Club was established as the annual fund raising arm of the department and continues to thrive, the sport of softball was introduced to the varsity line-up, additional staff was added in areas vital to student-athlete achievement, a comprehensive Title IX plan was developed and enacted, the Racer Television Network was unveiled, and the athletic program became an official NCAA CHAMPS / Life Skills member.

Ward’s has also had to successfully manage unprecedented turnover with its head coaching positions and senior level staff, most notably with its high profile positions. New coaches have been hired for men’s basketball, women’s basketball, football, women’s soccer, softball, rifle, and strength and conditioning.

“I like our coaches and staff; it’s a really good group, and they work extremely hard,” noted Ward. “They know what it takes to win championships, but also teach the importance of achieving academically as well.”

It’s very clear Ward has a passion and devotion for student-athletes and college athletics.

“Their success, and providing the tools necessary to perform at the highest level, is my top priority,” says Ward. “We’re a proud program with a rich tradition that’s fortunate to have extraordinary university leadership. We will continue to win championships while, at the same time, prepare our athletes to excel long after they have played their last game for Murray State.”

Ward, 42, came to Murray State from the University of North Texas, where he served in numerous capacities over 14 years for the Division I BCS program, including the last six years as Senior Associate Athletics Director.

A native of Rolla, Missouri, Ward is a 1989 graduate of William Jewell College and earned his master’s degree from Wichita State University. Ward and his wife, Sharon, have two children: Nathan, 12, and Nicole, 9.

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The Murray State Sports Network enters another season of providing Murray State sports fans the best and most insightful radio coverage available.

The Racers flagship station, WFGE 103.7 FM in Murray, will again broadcast all of the Racers games on its 100,000-watt signal. Affiliate stations include WFUL (1270 AM, Fulton), WHOP (1230 AM, Hopkinsville), WNBS (1340 AM, Murray) and WCBL (99.1 FM, Benton, selected games).

In addition, fans from anywhere in the world can tune in to catch the Racers through the live audio broadcasts on www.GoRacers.com.

The Murray State Sports Network will include pregame, halftime and post-game shows during its game broadcasts as well as the weekly coach’s show, featuring Racer head coach Chris Hatcher. The coach’s show airs live on Mondays at 6 p.m., and is broadcast from The Big Apple Cafe in Murray.

NEAL BRADLEYVOICE OF THE RACERS

For the 22nd season, Neal Bradley will be in the radio booth calling all the action during Racer football games. Over the years he has thrilled Racer fans with his brilliant calls of big Racer wins. Fans still recall Bradley’s “It has the distance” call of Shane Andrus’ 52-yard field goal when the Racers won the Ohio Valley Conference championship over Eastern Illinois on the last play of the game in 2002.

Once again, Bradley will handle the play-by-play responsibilities for Racer football and serve as host of the radio version of the “Chris Hatcher Show.” Bradley will be joined in the booth this seasn by associate athletic director Paul Bubb.

Bradley, the “Voice of the Racers” for football and men’s basketball for two decades, is the sports director at WOFC/WNBS in Murray.

RACER NETWORKS

RACERS ON THE WEBMurray State University launched its first athletic department-driven

website in 1999, and GoRacers.com has been providing valuable information and insight into Racer athletics ever since. In 2010, MSU launched a new GoRacers.com, powered by Sidearm Sports.

Not only is the state-of-the-art site a fascinating visit for Racer fans from coast to coast, it's also a valuable tool for media members needing up-to-date information on the Racers. Like the old site, the new GoRacers.com offers rosters, schedules, statistics and team notes.

The new site has a host of new offerings, including: • Email Alerts • Enhanced Player Bios • Live Audio & Stats • Coaches’ Shows • Rotating Stories • Media Guides • Scrolling Scoreboard • Pictures • And Much MoreMembers of the media are encouraged to use all the information,

including photos, provided on GoRacers.com and have permission from the MSU athletic department to do so. Additionally, GoRacers.com provides links to the OVC, the NCAA, Murray State University and other pertinent web pages.

RACER TELEVISIONSince 1979, Racer fans have been able keep up with the Racers by tuning

to the weekly television show. This season, “Racer Football with Chris Hatcher” will be released to

networks and cable operators throughout the region. In all, the show can be seen in 300,000 homes throughout western Kentucky, southeast Missouri, southern Illinois and western Tennessee. This half-hour show, which will air once a week throughout the football season, offers game highlights, coach’s insight and behind-the-scenes features. The show can be seen on local television and on GoRacers.com.

The Murray State coaches’ television shows have a 23-year history dating back to 1979, when WPSD’s Frank Murock launched the programs when Mike Gottfried coached MSU football. Joe Amato hosted the shows for two seasons, then longtime WPSD sports director Larry McIntosh hosted the shows for more than 10 seasons (1983-93) through the Frank Beamer and Mike Mahoney years.

Dave Winder served as host from 1993 to 2006, through the Houston Nutt, Denver Johnson and Joe Pannunzio years, and took over again in 2008. Josh Perigo served as the host in 2007.

Check GoRacers.com for show times and channels.

2010 Murray State Football Guide

Documents

media information policies

season outlook

stewart stadium

roster breakdown

staffchris hatcher

keith hatcher

mitch stewart

season reviewgame recaps