Austin Peay football sets sights on Vanderbilt after big win over Gardner-Webb
Austin Peay scored four unanswered touchdowns in the second and third quarters on the way to a 35-17 win over visiting Gardner-Webb. The Govs face Vanderbilt on Sept. 5
Austin Peay football secured a convincing 35-17 victory over Gardner-Webb in their 2026 season opener on August 27. Quarterback Chris Parson, a Mississippi State transfer, led the team with a 300-yard passing game, completing 14-of-21 passes for 308 yards and a touchdown, and also rushed for a touchdown. The Governors extended their home winning streak to seven games, which is the longest since the 1964 and 1965 seasons.
Coach Jeff Faris expressed excitement about the team's performance and their upcoming game against Vanderbilt on September 5. The Austin Peay defense also showed improvement, coming to life midway through the second quarter and forcing Gardner-Webb to turn the ball over on downs twice.
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