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Homecoming Victory: NSU Defeats Howard 21-20

In a thrilling homecoming game, Norfolk State University celebrated a hard-fought 21-20 victory over Howard University in front of 31,876 fans, marking the second-highest attendance in program history. NSU’s QB Jalen Daniels and RB Kevon King led the charge, securing a memorable win.

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By Randy Singleton
Community Affairs Correspondent
New Journal and Guide

NORFOLK

The Norfolk State Spartans (3-6, 1-MEAC) celebrated homecoming with a 21-20 win over MEAC rival Howard University on Saturday in front of 31,876 fans-the second highest attended game in program history at Price Stadium.

NSU rallied twice to recapture the lead from Howard and then managed to hang on to secure the victory. NSU QB Jalen Daniels completed 10 of 14 passes for 117 yards.  NSU RB Kevon King rushed for 78 yards on 17 carries. WR Jacquez Jones led the Spartan receivers with 5 catches for 53 yards. Linebacker AJ Richardson made 14 tackles, with one tackle for a loss.

NSU travels to Baltimore next week, Nov. 2, to face Morgan at 1pm.

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