Albert, Thomas connect twice at FHSU’s second scrimmage

Doyin Jibowu attempts to break up a pass in Thursday’s scrimmage.

After a slow start, the offense was able to put together two scoring drives, both ending with touchdown passes from Treveon Albert to redshirt freshman running back Malik Thomas, highlighting the Fort Hays State football team’s second scrimmage Thursday afternoon at Lewis Field. The offense scored a touchdown and kicked a field goal in their two red zone drills and scored in all four of their goal line possessions.

FHSU head coach Chris Brown on Thursday’s scrimmage

The defense shined early, forcing a couple of turnovers and had several key pass break ups in the endzone.

QB Treveon Albert scores a touchdown in Thursday’s scrimmage.

Treveon Albert threw two touchdown passes and had a third of 93 yards to Evan Jennings called back because of a penalty.

Thomas continued his impressive camp with several nice runs. Fellow running back Shaquille Cooper had a couple of long runs including one of 20 yards.

The Tigers have one more scrimmage scheduled for next Wednesday before opening the season at Central Oklahoma on Sept. 3.