Michael Johnson, NCCU quarterback
Johnson rushed for one TD and passed for two others, completing 14-of-25 for 246 yards without an interception. The sophomore has shown increased maturity as the season has gone along.
PLAY OF THE GAME
The Eagles set the tone early when they scored on the opening drive. Quarterback Michael Johnson scrambled 16 yards around the left end for a touchdown at 10:41 of the first quarter.
STAT OF THE GAME
NCCU possessed the ball for 36:05. The Eagles racked up 53 points thanks to hanging onto the ball and running 76 offensive plays.
WHAT THE VICTORY MEANS
NCCU now has consecutive wins after losing its first six games. The Eagles have three games left and want to finish the season with five straight wins.
-- JOE JOHNSON
