Clarion opened with an 82-yard touchdown drive, but turnovers gave unbeaten Slippery Rock short fields and helped fuel a 41-point unanswered run. The Rock won 48-14, despite a 104-yard rushing performance from Clarion quarterback Jase Ferguson.

By the Numbers
  • Final score: Slippery Rock 48, Clarion 14.
  • Clarion had 331 total yards; Slippery Rock had 626.
  • Ferguson rushed for 104 yards on 11 carries and threw for 150 yards and two touchdowns.
  • Slippery Rock scored 41 consecutive points after Clarion’s opening touchdown.
Yes, But

Clarion showed early promise and added a fourth-quarter touchdown, but turnovers repeatedly put its defense in difficult positions. Kibidor’s interception at Clarion’s 1-yard line prevented another score, though Slippery Rock’s offensive production proved too much to overcome.

What’s Next

Clarion travels to IUP on Nov. 7 to close out conference play against the Crimson Hawks, with kickoff scheduled for 2 p.m.

Bottom Line

Clarion’s opening drive offered a glimpse of its potential, but limiting turnovers will be essential to turn that promise into a competitive full-game performance.