Furman Paladins Upset 14th-Ranked Mercer Bears, End Conference Streak
Furman University defeated the 14th-ranked Mercer Bears with a final score of 20-13. The Paladins secured the victory with a late game-winning touchdown, ending Mercer's 12-game conference winning streak.
Greenville Spartanburg Asheville Anderson, SC, September 12, 2026 — Furman University has defeated the 14th-ranked Mercer Bears in a significant conference matchup. The Paladins secured a 20-13 victory over the Bears, a result that also ended Mercer’s impressive 12-game conference winning streak.
The game’s outcome was decided late, with Furman scoring a game-winning touchdown to clinch the win. The final score stood at 20-13 in favor of Furman.
This victory marks a notable achievement for the Paladins, particularly in its impact on Mercer’s recent conference dominance. Mercer had maintained a 12-game winning streak in conference play prior to this contest.
Further details regarding the specific date, location, and key moments of the game-winning touchdown were not provided in the summary.
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