STATESBORO - The defense controlled the pace of things Saturday at Allen E. Paulson Stadium in Georgia Southern's second full scrimmage of the 2020 preseason camp,. Senior graduate transfer Javon Jackson had two interceptions and the defense had 18 tackles for loss in a physical two-hour practice.
Offensively, the Eagles scored three rushing touchdowns in goal-line situations, a 5-yarder from J.D. King, a 1-yarder from Shai Werts and a 3-yarder from Matt LaRoche.
On the ground, freshman Jalen White led the way once again. After putting up 100 yards in the first scrimmage, White had eight carries for 56 yards on Saturday.