Tennessee Tech cruises by Eastern Kentucky 49-20 behind Leatherwood’s 3 TD passes
Cookeville, Tenn. (AP) — Jax Leatherwood orchestrated a strong performance, throwing three touchdown passes, as Tennessee Tech secured a 49-20 victory over Eastern Kentucky on Saturday. Leatherwood was accurate, completing 22 of his 30 passes for 199 yards. M.J. Flowers contributed significantly with 108 rushing yards and a touchdown, while Qua Ashley added 77 yards rushing and two scores.
These efforts helped Tennessee Tech (6-1) build a commanding 28-7 lead at halftime. The Golden Eagles continued their dominance in the second half, with Ashley's 42-yard touchdown run pushing the score to 42-7. Ryder Hooks provided additional firepower with a 44-yard touchdown run, finishing with 166 yards on the ground for Eastern Kentucky (2-5).
Eastern Kentucky's Jeffrey Kinley managed to score on a 95-yard interception return. Eastern Kentucky will next face West Florida on Saturday.
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