By GERARD WELLBROCK
Hays Post

HAYS, Kan. – Fort Hays State scored on four straight possessions in the first half, building a 24-6 halftime lead and beat the Lindenwood Lions 37-6 in front of 4,226 at Lewis Field Saturday afternoon. It’s the third straight win for the Tigers as they start 4-1 for the second straight year.

Chris Brown Postgame Press Conference

Rashad Dunnigan Postgame Interview

Charles Tigner Postgame Interview

Game Highlights

Charles Tigner rushed for 64 yards and a touchdown and hauled in three passes for 96 yards and a score to lead the Tiger offense that racked up a season high 477 yards.

Quarterback Jacob Mezera had his best game of the season, completing 27 of 35 passes for 292 yards with two touchdowns and no interceptions.

The Tiger defense was solid for a second straight week, holding the Lions to 277 yards with seven sacks and an interception.

Lindenwood’s only score came on an 80-yard pass to DeSean Warren in the first quarter. The Lions (1-4) were held to four total yards in the second quarter and switched to freshman quarterback Alex Faddoul in the second half.