Ouachita Baptist routed Southern Arkansas 52-21, extending its winning streak to four games and securing its 18th straight winning season—the longest active streak among Arkansas college football programs. The Tigers stayed perfect on the road, using a dominant third quarter and two defensive takeaways to pull away.

By the Numbers
  • Ouachita is 4-0 on the road this season.
  • The Tigers have won 18 consecutive winning seasons and 10 straight games against Southern Arkansas.
  • Ouachita outscored SAU 21-0 in the third quarter.
  • Tre Nichols completed 16 of 21 passes for 239 yards and 3 touchdowns; Chris Henley Jr. ran for 90 yards and 2 scores.
  • Ouachita had 2 takeaways, including Kahlil Smith’s 89-yard fumble-return touchdown.
Yes, But

Southern Arkansas outgained Ouachita 541-452, and the Tigers’ offense lost a fumble. But Ouachita protected the lead with timely takeaways, scored 21 unanswered points in the third quarter, and did not throw an interception.

What's Next

Ouachita returns to the road Oct. 31 to face Northwestern Oklahoma State.

Bottom Line

Ouachita’s defense and third-quarter surge turned a competitive game into a decisive win—and kept both its road record and remarkable run of winning seasons intact.