South Carolina State Football
Jackson State Tigers to Face South Carolina State Bulldogs in Celebration Bowl
The Jackson State Tigers will square off against the South Carolina State Bulldogs in the highly anticipated Celebration Bowl on Saturday, December 14, 2024. The game will kick off at 12 p.m. ET and air live on ABC. Fans can catch all the action from the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia, or secure their seats to witness this showdown in person through Ticketmaster.
Game Details
- Date: Saturday, December 14, 2024
- Time: 12 p.m. ET
- TV Channel: ABC
- Location: Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, Georgia
South Carolina State Connection
South Carolina State, the pride of Orangeburg, SC, has been a cornerstone of HBCU athletics. Known for its dominance in past Celebration Bowls, the Bulldogs are eager to reclaim glory against a formidable Jackson State team.
Statistical Matchup: Jackson State vs. South Carolina State
| Category | Jackson State | South Carolina State |
|---|---|---|
| Off. Yards Avg. | 402.4 (17th) | 403.6 (50th) |
| Def. Yards Avg. | 294.3 (17th) | 280.8 (4th) |
| Rush Yards Avg. | 216.1 (7th) | 137.5 (81st) |
| Pass Yards Avg. | 186.3 (87th) | 266.1 (13th) |
| Turnovers | 3 (69th) | 1 (17th) |
| Takeaways | 4 (6th) | 0 (75th) |
Key Players to Watch
- JaCobian Morgan (QB): Morgan has thrown for 2,003 yards with 19 touchdowns and seven interceptions this season, completing 63.0% of his passes. On the ground, he’s added 297 rushing yards and six touchdowns.
- Irvin Mulligan (RB): With 1,168 rushing yards and 11 touchdowns, Mulligan is averaging an impressive 6.5 yards per carry.
- Joanes Fortilien (WR): Fortilien has tallied 589 receiving yards and nine touchdowns on 35 receptions.
South Carolina State Bulldogs
- Eric Phoenix (QB): Phoenix boasts 2,388 passing yards with 19 touchdowns and six interceptions, completing 65.9% of his passes. He’s also contributed two rushing touchdowns and 233 yards on the ground.
- Caden High (WR): High has been a standout with 878 receiving yards and seven touchdowns, averaging 87.8 yards per game.
- Einaj Carter (WR): Carter has recorded eight touchdowns and 546 receiving yards this season.
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