Why college football might not happen in 2020, and what it could mean for the future of the sport
Micah Johnston, Sports Editor
August 22, 2020
While some players are in vocal support of playing, the threat of COVID-19 remains as important as ever when tackling this difficult season. Beyond the immediate concerns of 2020, however, the virus’ impact brings to light even more questions about the sport’s long-term future in a variety of ways.
Marshall scores 33-yard touchdown in final minute to defeat Furman 27-24
Hayes Rule, Social Media Editor
November 19, 2016
Macon has been the location for film productions in the past. Add “Mercer versus Furman” to the list. Senior wide receiver Jordan Marshall caught a 33-yard game-winning touchdown Saturday with 0:31 remaining to lift Mercer (6-5, 4-4) over Furman (3-8, 3-5) 27-24 in the team’s final o...
‘The Ruling’: Can Cinderella go to the ball twice?
Hayes Rule, Social Media Editor
October 8, 2016
One of the lasting pieces of advice my coach has told me was simply this: Anybody can do it once, but those who can back it up and do it consistently are the ones who prove to be elite Division-I athletes. And that’s true for any college sport, or really, anything in life. When we set...
Bax Trax: Three things to watch for Tennessee Tech
Justin Baxley, Sports Editor
September 17, 2016
The Mercer Bears have started the season 0-2 after a heartbreaking one point loss to conference rival The Citadel and a 35-10 loss to FBS opponent Georgia Tech. The Bears will look to notch a W in the win column as they take on the Golden Eagles from Tennessee Tech. Here are three things to watch...
‘The Ruling’: This Tech needs to be a ‘W’ on the schedule
Hayes Rule, Social Media Editor
September 16, 2016
Starting the season 0-2 was a very real possibility for Mercer football -- it’s just a reality that didn’t need to come into fruition. The Bears carried major momentum into the start of 2016 after winning two of their final three conference games in 2015, most notably against Chattanooga. For...
Bears drop to 0-2 on the season with loss to Georgia Tech
Justin Baxley, Sports Editor
September 10, 2016
Mercer’s trip up Interstate 75 did not end in a victory as it dropped its outing against in-state opponent the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets 35-10. The Bears fall to 0-2 on the season while Georgia Tech remains undefeated. For a short time in the first quarter the Bears held a touchdown...
Mercer’s newest overshadowed gem: Stephen Houzah
Hayes Rule, Staff Writer
October 15, 2015
They said he was too small. Standing at 5-foot-9 and 168 pounds, Stephen Houzah played every game as a Panther at Lakeside High School in Evans, Georgia, as either a cornerback, wide receiver, or return specialist. His impact on the gridiron led to an influx of awards as a senior. The Atlanta Jour...