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Florida State running back Trey Benson runs for a touchdown in the first quarter against Florida on Friday in Tallahassee. (PHIL SEARS/Associated Press)

Florida State running back Trey Benson runs for a touchdown in the first quarter against Florida on Friday in Tallahassee. (PHIL SEARS/Associated Press)

COLLEGE FOOTBALL: Benson's late TD lifts No. 16 Florida State over Florida

ASSOCIATED PRESS
Saturday, November 26, 2022
TALLAHASSEE — A rout and a nail-biter. Florida State has knocked off its two state rivals for the first time since 2016, setting off a raucous celebration. Trey Benson had a 17-yard touchdown run with 4:06 left to give No. 16 Florida State a 45-38 win over Florida on Friday.
Columbia defensive coordinator John Woodley hugs defensive tackle Caden Bolstein (44) after Columbia stopped Choctaw on fourth down in overtime of Friday’s Region 1-3S final. (BRENT KUYKENDALL/Lake City Reporter)

Columbia defensive coordinator John Woodley hugs defensive tackle Caden Bolstein (44) after Columbia stopped Choctaw on fourth down in overtime of Friday’s Region 1-3S final. (BRENT KUYKENDALL/Lake City Reporter)

PREP FOOTBALL: Tolliver’s TD, goal-line stand in OT sends Columbia past Choctaw in Region 1-3S final

JORDAN KROEGER
Saturday, November 26, 2022
Everyone knows the saying. “Big-time players make big-time plays in big-time games.” That was the message from Columbia quarterback Tyler Jefferson to receiver Tray Tolliver in overtime of Friday’s Region 1-3S final against Choctaw. And on 2nd-and-goal, they both delivered.
Florida High running back Micahi Danzy escapes a tackle by Suwannee linebacker Delwyn Allen during Friday’s Region 1-2S final. (PAUL BUCHANAN/Special to the Reporter)

Florida High running back Micahi Danzy escapes a tackle by Suwannee linebacker Delwyn Allen during Friday’s Region 1-2S final. (PAUL BUCHANAN/Special to the Reporter)

PREP FOOTBALL: Balanced Florida High too much for Suwannee in Region 1-2S final

JAMIE WACHTER
Saturday, November 26, 2022
TALLAHASSEE — Top-ranked Florida High didn’t need much help Friday night in the Region 1-2S championship. But the Seminoles got assistance anyways from visiting Suwannee in a 38-13 romp at Mike Hickman Field.
Union County running back Rayvon Durant fights for extra yardage against Lafayette during the Region 3-1R finals on Friday. (JACK HOWDESHELL/Special to the Reporter)

Union County running back Rayvon Durant fights for extra yardage against Lafayette during the Region 3-1R finals on Friday. (JACK HOWDESHELL/Special to the Reporter)

PREP FOOTBALL: Union County runs rampant over Lafayette in Region 3-1R final

MORGAN MCMULLEN
Saturday, November 26, 2022
LAKE BUTLER — It started to pile up after halftime. The “it” in this case could apply to a number of things: injuries, penalties, and any other negative thing that could’ve happened to Lafayette.
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson gets by Carolina Panthers linebacker Frankie Luvu on Nov. 20 in Baltimore. (PATRICK SEMANSKY/Associated Press)

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson gets by Carolina Panthers linebacker Frankie Luvu on Nov. 20 in Baltimore. (PATRICK SEMANSKY/Associated Press)

NFL: Jackson, streaking Ravens provide test for Jags' retooled D

ASSOCIATED PRESS
Friday, November 25, 2022
JACKSONVILLE — Jacksonville used its bye week to retool its shaky defense. The Jaguars simplified schemes and hinted at relying on “more games and stunts” to spark a listless pass rush.
Columbia quarterback Tyler Jefferson tries to escape pressure from Escambia during the Region 1-3S semifinals on Nov. 18. (GREGG PACHKOWSKI/Pensacola News Journal)

Columbia quarterback Tyler Jefferson tries to escape pressure from Escambia during the Region 1-3S semifinals on Nov. 18. (GREGG PACHKOWSKI/Pensacola News Journal)

PREP FOOTBALL: Here's everything you need to know for Friday's regional finals

NEWS STAFF
Thursday, November 24, 2022
CHOCTAWHATCHEE (7-5) AT COLUMBIA (8-3) Kickoff: 7 p.m. Last week: Choctawhatchee 30, Pine Forest 29; Columbia 17, Escambia 15 Last season’s meeting: Did not play. Players to watch: Choctawhatchee: Cole Tabb (Jr., RB); Columbia: Jaden Robinson (Sr.
Xavier guard Souley Boum (left) is defended by Florida guard Trey Bonham during the opening round of the Phil Knight Legacy on Thursday in Portland, Ore. (CRAIG MITCHELLDYER/Associated Press)

Xavier guard Souley Boum (left) is defended by Florida guard Trey Bonham during the opening round of the Phil Knight Legacy on Thursday in Portland, Ore. (CRAIG MITCHELLDYER/Associated Press)

MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: Xavier beats Florida in Phil Knight Legacy

ASSOCIATED PRESS
Thursday, November 24, 2022
PORTLAND — Colby Jones and Souley Boum each scored 22 points and Xavier beat Florida 90-83 on Thursday in opening-round play of the Phil Knight Legacy.