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Southern Miss defeated Jacksonville State 42-25, improving their record to 3-2.

The defense started strong with a strip sack on the first play, leading to the game's initial score.

The Golden Eagles' defense forced four turnovers, including two interceptions and two forced fumbles.

This victory followed a loss to Louisiana Tech where the defense allowed 30 first-half points.

HATTIESBURG — Southern Miss football's defense was ready.

Jacksonville State ran out to its 29-yard line, preparing for its first offensive possession of the game. What followed on the first snap was a strip sack from Southern Miss defensive lineman JJ Hawkins and recovery by Ian Foster.

The turnover led to the first score of the game and kickstarted Southern Miss (3-2) to a dominating 42-

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