November 15, 2025 – Tennessee State dropped to 2-9 overall and 0-7 in conference play after a 30-14 defeat against Gardner-Webb at Nissan Stadium. The Tigers’ offense committed four interceptions and managed just 54 rushing yards in the lopsided loss before a crowd of 1,667.

Quarterback Jonathan Palmer struggled mightily in the first half, throwing four interceptions before being replaced by Byron McNair. The quarterback change provided a spark, as McNair completed 18-of-24 passes for 171 yards and two touchdowns without an interception.

McNair Provides Relief But Can’t Overcome Early Deficit Quarterback Comp-Att Yards TD INT Byron McNair 18-24 171 2 0 Jonathan Palmer 7-14 43 0 4

McNair’s connection with receiver Snap Reed proved to be Tennessee State’s lone bright spot. Reed hauled in

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