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Southern Miss defeated Arkansas State 27-21, aided by key plays from their backup quarterback and defense.

Backup quarterback Landry Lyddy stepped in for an injured Braylon Braxton, contributing two crucial touchdown drives.

The Golden Eagles' defense forced six turnovers, including three interceptions by defensive back Josh Moten.

Southern Miss football was in a position it had not been in all season.

During the first quarter of the Golden Eagles' Nov. 8 game against Arkansas State, quarterback Braylon Braxton appeared to favor his right knee following a 16-yard run after his knee hit the turf. The Golden Eagles went for a 4th-down-1 conversion but failed after Braxton couldn't convert on the rush.

On the following drive, backup quarterback Landry Lyddy entere

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