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. LaRoche had 35 yards rushing and King added 28.

Werts had 62 yards passing in limited action, including a 40-yarder to Darius Lewis. Khaleb Hood had two receptions for 16 yards.

"I was really pleased with the juice that the guys brought today," said head coach Chad Lunsford. "I feel a lot about this team today than I did last week. If you were to tell me we had to play tomorrow, I don't think we're ready, but with three weeks before the Campbell game, I feel good about where we are. Hats off to our seniors who have really taken the lead in making sure we're doing things the right way on the field and off."

The Eagles will have the rest of Saturday off and will resume with meetings on Sunday before returning to the practice field on Monday afternoon.