QBs Hickbottom, Witt, WR McClain Stand Out In Legacy Bowl
Feb 19, 2022, 8:37 PM
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NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Tennessee State’s Geremy Hickbottom accounted for 97 yards and a touchdown from scrimmage to help Team Gaither defeat Team Robinson 22-6 in the inaugural HBCU Legacy Bowl.
Bowie State running back Calil Wilkins turned a short pass from Chowan’s Bryce Witt into a 12-yard score.
Team Gaither wins the inaugural @HBCULegacyBowl!
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— NFL (@NFL) February 20, 2022
Norfolk State QB Juwan Carter added short TD run and Southern receiver Marquis McClain caught seven passes for 84 yards for Team Gaither.
Prairie View A&M QB Juwan Pass had a short TD run for Team Robinson.
Hickbottom finishes off the drive! @TSUTigersFB
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— NFL (@NFL) February 20, 2022
The teams were named for prominent former head coaches Eddie Robinson of Grambling and Jake Gaither of Florida A&M.