Fourth quarter rally propels Jackson State to win at homecoming

JACKSON, Miss. | Behind a dominant fourth-quarter surge and a defense that forced four turnovers, Jackson State secured a 27-17 homecoming victory over Florida A&M on Saturday afternoon before an energetic crowd of 44,173 at Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium. Jackson State (6-1, 3-1 SWAC) relied on a heavy ground attack that racked up 228 rushing yards while controlling the clock for over 36 minutes to overcome an early deficit and close out Florida A&M (2-5, 1-2 SWAC). Fourth-Quarter Rally Trailing 17-12 entering the final period, Jackson State mounted a seven-play, 58-yard drive capped by a 25-yard touchdown pass from Jared…