Tarleton State Holds Off Austin Peay Comeback in 40-32 Victory

Tarleton State defeated Austin Peay 40-32 on October 10, 2026, at Fortera Stadium, surviving a fierce fourth-quarter comeback attempt by the Governors, theleafchronicle.com reported. The Texans held off Austin Peay after building a lead that reached as many as 20 points during the contest, according to theleafchronicle.com reporting.

Texans Offense Generates 347 Passing Yards

Tarleton State quarterback Kaden Anderson completed 22 of 34 pass attempts for 347 yards, three touchdowns, and one interception, theleafchronicle.com reported. Running back Miequel Brock contributed a 16-yard rushing touchdown for the Texans, while running back James Paige threw a 4-yard scoring pass to running back Markellus Bass, as noted by theleafchronicle.com. During the contest, Tarleton State extended its lead to 33-17 with 14:01 left in the third quarter following a nine-play, 46-yard scoring drive that consumed 3:53, and later led 33-25 with 9:43 remaining in the fourth quarter after a 10-play, 46-yard drive lasting 4:18. The Texans also orchestrated a 13-play, 75-yard drive spanning 7:04 that concluded with Tarleton State leading 30-17 with 2:55 left in the third quarter, and later added a scoring march of 10 plays for 75 yards over 4:18 as they held a 33-25 advantage with 9:43 left in the fourth quarter.

Kicker Alejandro De La Poza converted both of his field goal attempts for Tarleton State, helping maintain scoring separation as Austin Peay attempted to close the gap. The victory kept the Texans undefeated in conference play to start the season.

Governors Fall Short Despite Record-Breaking Rushing

Austin Peay quarterback Chris Parson rushed 26 times for 102 yards and scored two touchdowns on the ground, breaking the program’s career record for rushing touchdowns by a quarterback with 20, according to theleafchronicle.com. Through the air, Parson completed 15 of 32 passes for 216 yards and connected with Denver Harper for an 11-yard touchdown reception.

Quarterback Matthew Wilson also added his first career touchdown on a 1-yard rush during the final period, and kicker Hamilton DeBoyan contributed a 23-yard field goal in the first quarter, theleafchronicle.com reported. Despite narrowing the deficit to eight points in the fourth quarter, the Governors’ final offensive push fell short.

Upcoming Matchup Against West Georgia

Austin Peay travels to face West Georgia at 1 p.m. Central Standard Time on October 17, 2026, at University of West Georgia Stadium, theleafchronicle.com reported. The Governors enter that matchup looking to rebound following their home loss to the Texans.