FAMU football takeaways as skid ends vs Mississippi Valley State
FAMU defeated Mississippi Valley State 16-13 after the Delta Devils missed a last second field goal attempt to end a four-game losing streak.
In a home finale and Senior Day, Florida A&M University (FAMU) defeated Mississippi Valley State (MVSU) 16-13 in a Week 11 Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) clash on Ken Riley Field at Bragg Memorial Stadium. This marked FAMU's first home win since Aug. 29, 2025, when it hosted Albany State. The victory ended the Rattlers' four-game losing streak, and it was also revenge for MVSU, who had defeated FAMU in Itta Bena in 2025.
The Rattlers outgained MVSU 310 to 231, with running back Chase Gillespie being the top performer. Gillespie rushed for 111 yards on 13 carries, becoming FAMU's first 100-yard rusher since Jamal Hailey in 2025. Quarterback James Hayes went 14-for-27 for 144 yards, threw a touchdown and had two interceptions. Defensive players, such as Daryl DJ Jones and Antonio Camon Jr., played key roles in the game, sacking MVSU quarterback Josh Brown and intercepting a pass.
While the Rattlers' offense was their main strength, their run game particularly stood out. FAMU was last in SWAC rushing, but Chase Gillespie's breakout game and James Hayes' performance helped revitalize the team's rushing attack. Despite MVSU's strong running game, it was not enough to overcome FAMU's improved performance on both sides of the ball.
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