Morgan State Dominates Lincoln University (PA) in 41-0 Homecoming Shutout

BALTIMORE, MD — On a perfect 81-degree homecoming afternoon at Hughes Stadium, Morgan State University crushed Lincoln University (PA) in a dominant 41-0 performance, securing their 21st victory over the Lions in a series dating back to 1930. This game, the first meeting in 71 years between the two programs, echoed the Bears’ defensive stronghold of the past, reminiscent of their 1953 win when they shut out Lincoln 20-0. Once again, Morgan State (3-3) proved their superiority, keeping Lincoln scoreless throughout the game.

Quarterback Duce Taylor showcased his arm with a standout performance, throwing 197 yards and a touchdown. He kicked off the scoring with a 79-yard bomb to Andre Crawley for the game’s first touchdown, though the Bears’ extra point was blocked. Senior Myles Miree added an 8-yard rushing touchdown to extend the lead to 13-0 by the end of the first quarter.

Lincoln, a Division II program from the CIAA conference, was overwhelmed by the relentless Bears’ defense. Unable to sustain any offensive momentum, the Lions repeatedly faced three-and-out situations. Morgan’s offensive firepower continued into the second quarter, as J.J. Davis broke free for a 25-yard touchdown run, widening the Bears’ lead to 20-0. After another defensive stop, the Bears struck again just before halftime with a 21-yard halfback pass from Crawley to Marquez Phillips. Beckett Leary’s extra point made it 27-0 at the break.

Lincoln’s quarterback, Nazsir Oglesby, spent much of the game under siege, facing constant pressure from Morgan’s defensive front. Despite being sacked multiple times, Oglesby scrambled for 59 rushing yards and picked up a few key first downs. Defensively, Franklin Turner III led Lincoln with seven tackles, while Chri Adechokan recorded two sacks and five tackles. However, the Lion’s offense couldn’t capitalize on their rare advances into the Bears’ territory.

The second half saw Morgan State continue its dominance. After a crucial 29-yard fourth-down conversion from Taylor to tight end Ferdinand Nvivih, Miree capped off the drive with a 1-yard touchdown run, increasing the lead to 34-0. Sophomore Dorian Harris added the final score with a 1-yard run following a fumble recovery by Arturo Mattocks, sealing the lopsided 41-0 victory.

This win allowed Morgan State University to rebound from a tough loss to Stony Brook University the previous week and regain momentum as they prepare to face Merrimack College at Hughes Stadium. Meanwhile, Lincoln looks ahead to their homecoming game against Bluefield State University, hoping to regroup and address their struggles.

SCORING SUMMARY:

**1st QUARTER**
10:48 — BEARS — Andre Crawley 79-yard pass from Duce Taylor (Beckett Leary kick blocked)
5:35 — BEARS — Myles Miree 8-yard run (Beckett Leary kick)

**2nd QUARTER**
12:04 — BEARS — J.J. Davis 25-yard run (Beckett Leary kick)
1:17 — BEARS — Marquez Phillips 21-yard pass from Andre Crawley (Beckett Leary kick)

**3rd QUARTER**
7:02 — BEARS — Myles Miree 1-yard run (Beckett Leary kick)
0:39 — BEARS — Dorian Harris 1-yard run (Beckett Leary kick)

MORGAN STATE HOMECOMING HIGHLIGHTS

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