Fumble return for a TD seals Furman's defeat of The Citadel

CHARLESTON, S.C. -- Freshman JeMar Lincoln scored three touchdowns on keepers, and a strip sack leading to a touchdown in the final minutes put the game out of reach as Furman defeated The Citadel 28-17 Saturday. The Citadel was driving, trailing 21-17 with just under three minutes remaining. Furman slammed the door on any rally when Adrian Hope -- the Southern Conference leader in sacks -- brought down Jordan Black for an eight-yard loss and a fumble. Donavan Perryman returned the ball 20 yards for the final score, Furman's first fumble recovery for a touchdown since 2012. It was a fitting end for the Southern's oldest and most-contested football rivalry, the teams clashing for the 98th time in 105 years.