Photo by: AJ Henderson - Georgia Southern Athletics
Eagles Hold First Scrimmage of 2023
8/12/2023 8:27:00 PM | Football
Fan Fest and Little Eagles Clinic also held
STATESBORO - Derwin Burgess Jr. had his usual highlight touchdown catch and the defense forced four turnovers as the Georgia Southern football team held its first full preseason scrimmage Saturday evening at Allen E. Paulson Stadium. While the action was going on, Fan Fest was held and following the scrimmage, the annual Little Eagles Clinic took place on the field.
Five quarterbacks took snaps, but it was newcomer Davis Brin who found Burgess Jr. for a 29-yard touchdown pass late in the scrimmage for the only touchdown. Michael Lantz and Walker Bradberry combined to make seven field goals for the only offensive scoring. Ayden Jackson ended the scrimmage with what would have been a 90-yard pick-six. Also picking up interceptions were Tyrell Davis and Jalen Denton. Freshman Alijah Lacey had a forced fumble that Chase Dial-Watson picked up. Lacey also had one of the four sacks recorded.
Many of the players near the top of the depth chart saw limited action, but Khaleb Hood, Marcus Sanders Jr. and freshman KD Dorsey all had over 30 yards.
The Eagles will take Sunday off and will also have Monday off as classes start.
Below is the practice schedule for the remained of preseason for fans who wish to attend. Times and location can change based on weather.
Georgia Southern Preseason Football Schedule
Date (Time, Location)
Sun., Aug. 13: OFF
Mon., Aug. 14: OFF (First day of classes)
Tues., Aug. 15: 9:50 AM (Paulson)
Wed., Aug. 16: 4:20 PM (Eagle Creek)
Thurs., Aug. 17: 9:50 AM (Paulson)
Fri., Aug. 18: 4:20 PM (Paulson)
Sat., Aug. 19: 10 AM (Scrimmage #2; Paulson) ... Time could change
While practices are open to the public and media, we ask you help us keep a competitive advantage by not posting videos and detailed information (including injuries) from practice on social media.
Five quarterbacks took snaps, but it was newcomer Davis Brin who found Burgess Jr. for a 29-yard touchdown pass late in the scrimmage for the only touchdown. Michael Lantz and Walker Bradberry combined to make seven field goals for the only offensive scoring. Ayden Jackson ended the scrimmage with what would have been a 90-yard pick-six. Also picking up interceptions were Tyrell Davis and Jalen Denton. Freshman Alijah Lacey had a forced fumble that Chase Dial-Watson picked up. Lacey also had one of the four sacks recorded.
Many of the players near the top of the depth chart saw limited action, but Khaleb Hood, Marcus Sanders Jr. and freshman KD Dorsey all had over 30 yards.
The Eagles will take Sunday off and will also have Monday off as classes start.
Below is the practice schedule for the remained of preseason for fans who wish to attend. Times and location can change based on weather.
Georgia Southern Preseason Football Schedule
Date (Time, Location)
Sun., Aug. 13: OFF
Mon., Aug. 14: OFF (First day of classes)
Tues., Aug. 15: 9:50 AM (Paulson)
Wed., Aug. 16: 4:20 PM (Eagle Creek)
Thurs., Aug. 17: 9:50 AM (Paulson)
Fri., Aug. 18: 4:20 PM (Paulson)
Sat., Aug. 19: 10 AM (Scrimmage #2; Paulson) ... Time could change
While practices are open to the public and media, we ask you help us keep a competitive advantage by not posting videos and detailed information (including injuries) from practice on social media.
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