After overtime win, Mercer preps for crucial SoCon tilt with Tennessee Tech
Mercer football improved to 8-2 overall and 5-1 in Southern Conference play after a hard-fought 14-7 overtime victory against Chattanooga this past weekend and will prepare for another key conference matchup with Tennessee Tech on Saturday. During Monday’s press conference, head coach Joel Taylor and senior wide receiver Brayden Smith discussed the win and looked ahead to the Bears’ next challenge. Smith scored both of Mercer’s touchdowns in the victory, while the defense played a key role in limiting Chattanooga’s offense. Taylor praised Smith’s commitment and work ethic throughout the season. “Brayden is out there every single day being a great teammate, seeing the fruits of his labor on the field on Saturdays,” Taylor said. The Bears now turn their attention to No. 9 Tennessee Tech in their final conference road game of the regular season. Tennessee Tech is in its first season as a member of the Southern Conference after leaving the Ohio Valley Conference and currently leads the league standings with a 9-1 overall record and a 6-1 conference mark. Despite the significance of the matchup, Taylor emphasized maintaining a consistent approach to preparation. “We prepare the same way all the time, not because it’s Tennessee Tech, but
