Mason Pickett-Hicks rushes for 210 yards and 2 TDs to lead South Carolina State by Florida A&M 31-13
Mason Pickett-Hicks rushed for 210 yards and two touchdowns as South Carolina State outgained Florida A&M 479-161.
- On Sunday, September 6, South Carolina State defeated Florida A&M 28-13 in the Orange Blossom Classic at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, powered by running back Mason Pickett-Hicks.
- Pickett-Hicks accounted for 44 percent of the Bulldogs' total yardage, rushing for 210 yards and two touchdowns including a 58-yard and a 32-yard score.
- Gaining just 161 total yards, Florida A&M struggled offensively, finishing with-1 rushing yards while starting quarterback Isaiah Knowles left the game in the third quarter with a hand injury.
- Despite the loss, FAMU defensive back Justin Bostic recorded two interceptions, including an 80-yard touchdown return, while South Carolina State's defense accumulated 15 tackles for loss.
- The Bulldogs return home to play Virginia State next Saturday, while Florida A&M faces Miami on Thursday to continue their 2026 schedule.
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Mason Pickett-Hicks rushes for 210 yards and 2 TDs to lead South Carolina State by Florida A&M 31-13
Mason Pickett-Hicks rushed for 210 yards and two touchdowns to lead South Carolina State past Florida A&M 31-13 in the Orange Blossom Classic.
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