Jeremy Wise column: Troy still learning to be champions

JAY HARE / DOTHAN EAGLEArkansas State defensive back Money Hunter (27) recovers a fumble during a game against Troy at Veterans Stadium in Troy on Thursday night. It was one of five Trojan turnovers in the game, a 35-3 loss for Troy.

While those in Trojan Nation knew a loss to Arkansas State existed in the realm of possibilities, many signs Thursday night pointed to a Troy win. Even if a loss were to occur, it would likely be a close, hard-fought one where the defending Sun Belt Conference champions made just one or two more plays than the high-rising Trojans.

Troy (8-2 overall, 5-1 Sun Belt) has accomplished so much in its second season under head coach Neal Brown’s guidance. The Trojans…