from THE EDITOR Dwight Floyd: The Rattlers Will Win If . . .

DWIGHT FLOYD
GAME REPORT

TALLAHASSEE, Florida -- What’s the major difference between Howard and Florida A&M football teams? The answer is Howard has won the games they were supposed to win while FAMU struggles regardless of who they play.

They both beat Morgan State. Howard won 39-14 during their homecoming and FAMU beat Morgan State in Maryland by just three points. They both lost to the other like opponent to-date, North Carolina Central. FAMU lost at home on a Thursday night 21-14. Howard lost on their home field 13-7. As much as FAMU has struggled against the run of late, they are stronger against the run than they are the pass. They lost their starting safety earlier in the season and are vulnerable at that position, starting a freshman who is still learning the ropes.

This game is all about stopping the run. FAMU has found that it can run against most anybody in the MEAC. They need to reconsider their play calling in the red zone because they can’t afford to waste scoring opportunities. When Howard wins it because they are able to run and set up the pass. The FAMU defense has been particularly vulnerable against the run of late, but will need to figure it out if they want to win.

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