Vanderbilt Commodores Dominate Alcorn State Braves with a 55-0 Victory at FirstBank Stadium

In a commanding performance that showcased their skill and unity, the Vanderbilt Commodores clinched a resounding 55-0 win over the Alcorn State Braves at FirstBank Stadium. This victory propels the Commodores to an unblemished 2-0 start to the season, while sending the Braves to a disappointing 0-2.

The offensive unit for Vanderbilt was in fine form, racking up an impressive total of 342 yards with each play averaging six yards. Quarterback Diego Pavia was at the helm of this offensive juggernaut, completing 10 out of his 13 attempts for a total of 83 yards. The ground game was equally formidable with AJ Newberry and Sedrick Alexander each surpassing fifty rushing yards, contributing significantly to Vanderbilt's tally of four rushing touchdowns.

Defensively, Vanderbilt demonstrated their might by stifling any advances from the Braves. Prince Kollie's sack and two interceptions by the team were pivotal in ensuring Alcorn State remained off the scoreboard for the duration of the match. CJ Taylor's interception return for a touchdown underscored his defensive prowess and was a highlight moment in Vanderbilt's defensive showcase.

The special teams unit also had its share of contributions to this comprehensive victory. Brock Taylor proved reliable with his boot, successfully converting two field goals—the longest from an impressive distance of 46 yards—further swelling Vanderbilt's commanding lead.

Looking ahead, the Commodores are set to take on Georgia State Panthers at Center Parc Stadium in Atlanta on September 14th at 7:00 PM EDT. This upcoming encounter promises more action as fans can tune into ESPN+ to follow every moment live.