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Morgan State football defeats Robert Morris 28-27

Morgan State football secured a 28-27 nonconference victory over Robert Morris on Saturday, improving their season record to 5-1. The win marks the program's best six-game start since 2009 and extends their winning streak to four games.

After trailing 14-0 early and 27-21 late in the fourth quarter, Morgan State orchestrated an 11-play, 75-yard drive. Senior running back Keith Jenkins Jr. scored the winning touchdown on a 1-yard run with 24 seconds remaining. Gavin Fetty converted the decisive extra point to seal the win.

Robert Morris (3-3) saw Carson Haggard throw for 376 yards and three touchdowns, but the Colonials were unable to hold their lead in the final minutes. Morgan State's defense contributed to the comeback by forcing a fumble on a sack during the closing stages of the game.

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Cameron Edge · Damon Wilson · Keith Jenkins Jr. · Morgan State University · Robert Morris University