Albany State University continues its quest for a Division II National Championship after defeating Benedict College for the third time this year , winning a tight 14-12 contest in the second round of the NCAA Division II playoffs.

It is always difficult to beat the same team three times in a season, and Benedict came out with a defensive fervor that challenged the Golden Rams unlike ever before, as the 14-12 final score was the second-lowest offensive output for Albany State all season. While Albany State still moved the ball effectively, it struggled to find the end zone consistently against the Tigers’ relentless pressure.

Quarterback Isaiah Knowles delivered another strong performance , throwing for 244 yards and one touchdown on 19-of-29 passing, but he was sacked a total of s

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