Chemistry gives Jackson State run game boost

COACH RICK COMEGY

JACKSON, Mississippi -- For Rakeem Sims, one of the keys to Jackson State’s running game has been the chemistry between he and quarterback Clayton Moore.

“We talk a lot; we’re friends now,” the junior running back said. “Last year, we didn’t know each other. I didn’t start camp, so I didn’t know Clayton until August.

“We trust each other,” Sims added. “I know how to set my pocket up so he can pull it if he has to. Just chemistry, that’s the number one thing.”

Moore transferred to Jackson State (4-2, 4-0 Southwestern Athletic Conference) last season and didn’t establish himself as a starter until the middle of the season.

Sims can see the results of the improved chemistry with the team’s latest success in the running game, which has carried the offense. In its last game, JSU rushed more than 300 yards en route to a 42-33 win against Arkansas-Pine Bluff.

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