Rutherford throws 4 touchdown passes, Stephen F Austin coasts past Northeastern State 63-14
Gavin Rutherford delivered a stellar performance, connecting on four touchdown passes and adding a rushing score as Stephen F. Austin dominated Northeastern State 63-14 on Saturday night. The Lumberjacks' quarterback completed 16 of 23 passes for 299 yards, distributing the touchdowns among four different receivers. Rutherford also tossed two interceptions.
Austin started strong with a 6-yard touchdown run, and the lead swelled to 14-0 after Jaylen Jenkins' 55-yard touchdown run. Jeffrey Jones followed with a 70-yard touchdown run, extending the margin to 21-0. Kylon Harris added 109 yards and a 35-yard touchdown reception, while Bugs Mortimer contributed 90 yards on three catches, including a 41-yard score.
The RiverHawks' Donnie Smith threw for 326 yards and two touchdowns, but the Lumberjacks' defense held firm despite allowing 617 total yards. Northeastern State will host Texas Permian Basin in their next game, while Stephen F. Austin will face Incarnate Word.
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