Georgia Southern vs. Furman: Late 2-point conversion causes controversy

Georgia Southern's decision to go for a two-point conversion at the end of Saturday's game raised some questions about running up the score.

Georgia Southern Football: Jeff Monken lit fire under team at halftime

Georgia Southern was down to Furman at halftime Saturday, but a pep talk in the locker room from head coach Jeff Monken changed the Eagles' attitude.

Georgia Southern Vs. Furman Final Score: Eagles beat Paladins, 38-17

The Georgia Southern Eagles used a big second half to beat the Furman Paladins this afternoon at Paladin Stadium.

Georgia Southern Vs. Furman Score: Furman defense stymying Eagles, lead 7-3 at half

With an upset brewing, the Georgia Southern Eagles are having trouble with the Furman Paladins, trailing 7-3 at halftime on the road.

Following a slow start, scoring picked up in the second quarter as No. 3 Georgia Southern got on the board first with a 32-yard field goal by Alex Hanks.

At the end of the half, Furman drove down the field in seven plays for 55 yards, capped off with a two-yard rushing touchdown by Ernie Cain to take a 7-3 lead with one minute, 50 seconds remaining. The Eagles nearly responded with a score, but quarterback Ezayi Youyoute lost a fumble inside the Furman 10-yard line to end the half.

Jerodis Williams is carrying the load for the Furman offense with 77 rushing yards on 11 carries. For the Eagles, a balanced attack on the ground has accounted for 23 rushes, with Youyoute leading the way with 26 yards.

Georgia Southern vs. Furman 2012: TV schedule, game time, spread and more

The Eagles hope to keep rolling in Southern Conference play.

Georgia Southern Vs. Furman: Rivalry renewed this weekend

Georgia Southern renews its rivalry with Furman on Saturday.

Georgia Southern Vs. Furman: Dominique Swope continues to dominate

Sophomore fullback has 662 yards and 10 touchdowns this season.

Georgia Southern vs. Furman: Eagles have history on their side

Georgia Southern head coach Jeff Monken says rivalry with Furman is school's greatest.

Georgia Southern vs. Furman preview: Eagles lead Southern Conference

After a win last week, Georgia Southern looks to stay atop the conference standings.