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Johnson throws for 281 yards and Georgia Southern defeats Charleston Southern 31-0

Max Johnson threw for 281 yards, three Eagles scored rushing touchdowns, and Georgia Southern cruised past FCS member Charleston Southern 31-0 on Saturday night. Johnson was 28-for-39 passing and Ashton Hollins caught eight passes for 106 yards and a score. Jamarian Samuel, Ty Cummings, and Weston Bryan each scored on the ground.

Max Johnson had a stellar performance against Charleston Southern, throwing for 281 yards and three touchdowns. The Eagles' running backs, Ashton Hollins, Jamarian Samuel, Ty Cummings, and Weston Bryan, all contributed with rushing scores. Johnson completed 28 of 39 passes. The Eagles dominated early, scoring touchdowns on each of their first three opening drives to take a commanding 21-0 lead.

The Eagles' defense was equally impressive, limiting Charleston Southern to just 35 total yards. Charleston Southern's lone touchdown came from a 18-yard run by Cummings in the third quarter. The Eagles secured their first shutout since 2023 with an interception by freshman Jayden Jackson late in the fourth quarter. Georgia Southern's next game is against Clemson on Saturday.

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