FCS Top Offense Faces FCS No. 2 Defense

One of the bigger games of the weekend and a game that could determin the outcome of the OVC Championship race.

This will be the 16th meeting between Eastern Illinois and Tennessee State. EIU holds a slight 8-7 all-time series advantage. The two teams did not meet last season as part of the OVC's adjusted schedule. In the last meeting on Nov. 5, 2011, Tennessee State rallied for a late 18-17 win over Eastern Illinois in the final home game for long time head coach Bob Spoo. The two teams will play at LP Field where EIU is 5-3 against TSU.

Tennessee State features one of the best defensive units in the nation as the Tigers enter the weekend ranked second nationally in total defense and scoring defense. TSU has allowed 20 or more points in only one game this year, a 41-21 win over Tennessee Tech. Stephen Godbolt was a preseason Buchanan Award candidate and has 15 tackles and 5 pass break-ups this year. Nick Thrasher has led the team with 58 tackles and 8.5 tackles for loss. Anthony Bass has a team high six sacks with 9.5 tackles for loss. On offense Tim Broughton is 13th in the nation in rushing with 825 yards. Michael German has returned as quarterback throwing for 725 yards and 11 touchdowns.

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