FCS Kickoff: SEMO vs. North Alabama

Monday, August 26, 2024

Tony Capobianco ~ Southeast Missourian

Southeast Missouri State defeated North Alabama 37-15 in the FCS Kickoff on Saturday, August 24, in Montgomery, Alabama.

Southeast Missouri State quarterback Paxton DeLaurent before an FCS Kickoff game against North Alabama on Saturday, August 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State receiver Mitchell Sellers before an FCS Kickoff game against North Alabama on Saturday, August 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State receiver Jack Clinkenbeard before an FCS Kickoff game against North Alabama on Saturday, August 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State linebacker Nasim Cairo and defensive back Dony'e Taylor, right, walks the sideline during an FCS Kickoff game against North Alabama on Saturday, August 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State quarterback Paxton DeLaurent gets set to call a play during an FCS Kickoff game against North Alabama on Saturday, August 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State receiver Cam Pedro enters the end zone after catching a touchdown pass against North Alabama in the FCS Kickoff on Saturday, August 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State receiver Cam Pedro gestures after catching a touchdown pass against North Alabama in the FCS Kickoff on Saturday, August 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State receiver Cam Pedro celebrates with teammates after catching a touchdown pass against North Alabama in the FCS Kickoff on Saturday, August 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State receiver Cam Pedro celebrates with teammates after catching a touchdown pass against North Alabama in the FCS Kickoff on Saturday, August 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State mascot "Rowdy" waves toward the fans during an FCS Kickoff game against North Alabama on Saturday, August 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State mascot "Rowdy" engages with a young fan during an FCS Kickoff game against North Alabama on Saturday, August 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State head coach Tom Matukewicz during an FCS Kickoff game against North Alabama on Saturday, August 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State fans sit in the stands during an FCS Kickoff game against North Alabama on Saturday, August 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State quarterback Paxton DeLaurent scrambles during an FCS Kickoff game against North Alabama on Saturday, August 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State's Brandon Epton Jr. returns the kickoff an FCS Kickoff game against North Alabama on Saturday, August 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State's Brandon Epton Jr. returns the kickoff an FCS Kickoff game against North Alabama on Saturday, August 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State's Brandon Epton Jr. returns the kickoff an FCS Kickoff game against North Alabama on Saturday, August 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State quarterback Carter Hensley looks to throw a pass during an FCS Kickoff game against North Alabama on Saturday, August 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State running back Peyton Brown lines up before a play during an FCS Kickoff game against North Alabama on Saturday, August 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State running back Peyton Brown runs toward the goal line during an FCS Kickoff game against North Alabama on Saturday, August 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State offensive lineman Jalen Nettles picks up running back Peyton Brown in celebration of a touchdown during an FCS Kickoff game against North Alabama on Saturday, August 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State quarterback Carter Hensley, right, and running back Brandon Epton, Jr., lines up before a play during an FCS Kickoff game against North Alabama on Saturday, August 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State tight end Danny Joiner during an FCS Kickoff game against North Alabama on Saturday, August 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State quarterback Carter Hensley during an FCS Kickoff game against North Alabama on Saturday, August 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State linebacker Jared Pedraza during an FCS Kickoff game against North Alabama on Saturday, August 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State defensive coordinator Ricky Coon goes over a play with his players during an FCS Kickoff game against North Alabama on Saturday, August 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State running back Brandon Epton Jr. carries the ball during an FCS Kickoff game against North Alabama on Saturday, August 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State running back Brandon Epton Jr. carries the ball during an FCS Kickoff game against North Alabama on Saturday, August 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State's Judd Cunningham prepares to block during the extra point field goal during an FCS Kickoff game against North Alabama on Saturday, August 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State's Judd Cunningham prepares to block during the extra point field goal during an FCS Kickoff game against North Alabama on Saturday, August 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State defensive back Justus Johnson runs toward the sideline after an interception during an FCS Kickoff game against North Alabama on Saturday, August 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State kicker DC Pippin kicks a field goal during an FCS Kickoff game against North Alabama on Saturday, August 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State supporter John Spear, left, with his family during an FCS Kickoff game against North Alabama on Saturday, August 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State quarterback Carter Hensley is interviewed by ESPN after an FCS Kickoff game against North Alabama on Saturday, August 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State quarterback Carter Hensley is interviewed by ESPN after an FCS Kickoff game against North Alabama on Saturday, August 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State athletic director Brady Barke celebrates with center Zack Geig after a win against North Alabama in the FCS Kickoff on Saturday, August 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State players celebrate winning the FCS Kickoff against North Alabama on Saturday, Aug. 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State players celebrate winning the FCS Kickoff against North Alabama on Saturday, Aug. 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State players celebrate winning the FCS Kickoff against North Alabama on Saturday, Aug. 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State players celebrate winning the FCS Kickoff against North Alabama on Saturday, Aug. 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State players celebrate winning the FCS Kickoff against North Alabama on Saturday, Aug. 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State players celebrate winning the FCS Kickoff against North Alabama on Saturday, Aug. 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State players celebrate winning the FCS Kickoff against North Alabama on Saturday, Aug. 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State running back Peyton Brown was awarded the FCS Kickoff MVP award after a 37-15 victory over North Alabama on Saturday, Aug. 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State running back Peyton Brown was awarded the FCS Kickoff MVP award after a 37-15 victory over North Alabama on Saturday, Aug. 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State running back Peyton Brown was awarded the FCS Kickoff MVP award after a 37-15 victory over North Alabama on Saturday, Aug. 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State players celebrate winning the FCS Kickoff against North Alabama on Saturday, Aug. 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)
Southeast Missouri State players celebrate winning the FCS Kickoff against North Alabama on Saturday, Aug. 24, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Tony Capobianco ~ tcapobianco@semoball.com)