Hornets Fall to Delaware Despite Rushing for 200 Yards

Blue Hens beat Hornets 35-17 in first game as FBS program

Delaware QB Zach Marker left the game with an injury in the first quarter, but Delaware still rolled past Delaware State 35-17 in the season opener. It was Delaware State Head Coach Desean Jackson's college coaching debut, and the Hornets…

HBCU Football: Delaware State Shows Grit but Falls to Delaware

Delaware State dropped its opener 35–17 to Delaware, but this HBCU program showed plenty of grit. First-year head coach Deshawn Jackson’s team played with physicality and swagger, rushing for 200 yards and standing tall on defense. Run Game Leads the Way Delaware State’s offense built an identity on the ground. Marquis Gillis carried 17 times for 123 yards (7.2 avg.). He also added 46 receiving yards and a touchdown, proving he can impact the ga…

Hornets Fall to Delaware Despite Rushing for 200 Yards

Delaware State Hornets showcased a strong rushing attack, accumulating 200 yards but ultimately lost 35-17 to the Delaware Fightin' Blue Hens. Marquis Gillis was a standout performer with 123 yards and a touchdown, aided by contributions from Kaiden Bennett and Samuel Scaife IV. Despite the loss, the Hornets outperformed Delaware in rushing by 63 yards and converted all fourth-down attempts. The defeat leaves Delaware State with an 0-1 record as…