{
  "id": 18826940,
  "title": "The Citadel falls in Homecoming game to state rival Furman",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/08/the-citadel-falls-in-homecoming-game-to-state-rival-furman",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-08T00:48:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/citadel-falls-homecoming-game-state-004800153.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Citadel faltered in their homecoming game against in-state rival Furman, falling 24-14. Quarterback Nick Billoups was outstanding for Furman, completing 11 of 20 passes for 120 yards and rushing for an additional 120 yards and two touchdowns. The Citadel's Jalen Wright led their defense with 10 tackles, while Jaylen Wright added seven stops. The Bulldogs outgained Furman 361-237 and held the ball for 37:13 compared to Furman's 22:47, but they failed to convert on 7 of 16 third down attempts. Furman scored 17 straight points in the first half, including a 40-yard touchdown run by Ben Croasdale with 5:22 left in the third quarter, giving the Paladins a 14-7 lead. The Citadel's three penalties in the red zone, including a turnover on a third-and-10 play and three unsportsmanlike conduct penalties, ultimately contributed to their loss. This marks the 106th meeting between the two in-state rivals, with Furman holding a 66-37-3 advantage.",
  "summary": "Nov. 7—The Citadel can't seem to get out of its own way this season. The Bulldogs get off to another fast start, taking an early lead in the first half. The defense made enough plays to win. The offense had its moments but could not finish drives with points. It was more of the same for The Citadel against in-state rival Furman on Saturday. Ben Croasdale rushed for 109 yards and scored three ...",
  "key_points": [
    "Citadel defeats Furman 24-14 in homecoming game",
    "Furman QB Nick Billoups completes 11 of 20 passes",
    "Furman scores 17 straight points in first half"
  ],
  "editors_take": "Inefficient third down conversions and costly red zone penalties negated The Citadel's statistical dominance in yardage and time of possession, allowing Furman to maintain their historical advantage in the rivalry.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}