Main Story

Peru State turned a one-point deficit into a 42-23 Homecoming win over Graceland with a decisive fourth-quarter surge. The Bobcats sealed it with a safety, a touchdown drive and Robert Bennett’s interception return for a score.

By the Numbers
  • Peru State improved to 3-5 overall and 2-2 in conference play; Graceland fell to 2-6 and 1-3.
  • CJ Dixon threw for 319 yards and 5 touchdowns.
  • Chandler Cotton rushed for 114 yards on 18 carries.
  • Ahmad Bacon Jr. had 5 catches for 122 yards and a touchdown.
  • Peru State scored 20 points in less than 9 minutes in the fourth quarter.
State of Play
  • The Bobcats are 2-2 in the Heart of America Athletic Conference North standings.
  • Peru State heads on the road to face Clarke on Saturday.
Bottom Line

Peru State’s explosive offense and opportunistic defense turned a tight game into a convincing Homecoming victory, keeping the Bobcats in the conference race.