Gamecocks Hold on for 13-17 Win Against Trojans in Salute to Veterans Bowl

By Mike Smith • Dec 17, 2025

The Jacksonville State Gamecocks overcame a last-minute Hail Mary pass from the Troy Trojans to hold on for a 13-17 win in the Salute to Veterans Bowl. This marks the first time the teams have played each other since 2001, with Deondre Johnson’s performance helping the Gamecocks earn bragging rights this time around, snapping a seven-game slump against the Trojans. …