Howard Bison @ South Carolina State Bulldogs
Jarod Washington scores on pick-6, blocked field-goal attempt in South Carolina State's 42-12 win
ORANGEBURG, S.C. -- — Jarod Washington had a pick-6 and returned a blocked field-goal attempt for a touchdown as South Carolina State beat Howard 42-12 on Saturday for the Bulldogs' fifth straight win.
Washington's 27-yard pick-6 was part of a 21-point first quarter for the Bulldogs (7-3, 3-0 Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference) and his 56-yard return made it 28-3 at the end of the half.
William Atkins IV threw a pair of touchdown passes and finished with 213 yards. He was intercepted once. Jordan Smith had rushing and receiving touchdowns. Jalen Johnson made six catches for 87 yards and a score.
Backup quarterback Terrell Russell threw a 48-yard TD pass to Eric Slater for the only Bison (4-6, 1-2) touchdown.
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Game Information
Orangeburg, SC
2025 Standings
| Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference | CONF | OVR |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina State | 5-0 | 10-3 |
| Delaware State | 4-1 | 8-4 |
| North Carolina Central | 3-2 | 8-4 |
| Howard | 2-3 | 5-7 |
| Morgan State | 1-4 | 4-8 |
| Norfolk State | 0-5 | 1-11 |
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