Mercer University Football Archives

Mercer to play Alabama in 2017, 2021

January 28, 2016 Express Telegraph

Mercer University has reached an agreement to play defending National Champion Alabama at historic Bryant-Denny Stadium in 2017 and 2021, the school said. The scheduled dates and kick-off times are yet to be determined.

Tennessee Tech knocks off Mercer, 29-22

September 20, 2015 Express Telegraph

Tennessee Tech scored touchdowns on three of its first five possessions, jumping to an early 21-6 advantage en route to a 29-22 victory over Mercer.

Mercer Football Drops Nail-biter to The Citadel

November 1, 2014 Special to Express Telegraph

The Mercer University football team came inches away from an incredible rally for the second-straight week, as the Bears dropped a 28-26 decision to The Citadel (3-6, 1-3 SoCon) in Saturday’s Homecoming game at Mercer University Stadium.

Mercer Football Makes History with Win Over Stetson

November 23, 2013 Special to Express Telegraph

With history hanging in the balance, the Mercer University football team seized control early in the second half and never looked back, taking down Stetson University 41-14 in front of a standing room only crowd of 12,027 at Mercer University Stadium.

Mercer perfect so far, but true test awaits

September 26, 2013 Todd DeFeo

Mercer University football fans are understandably excited about their team’s perfect start, but the true test for the Bears (3-0) begins this weekend when Drake University (1-2) comes to town.

Mercer shuts out Berry to remain undefeated

September 22, 2013 Todd DeFeo

Mercer University relied on a strong running game and a stout defense during a rainy affair Saturday to defeat Berry College by a 43-0 margin to remain unbeaten.

Photos: Mercer Stays Unbeaten with 43-0 Win Over Berry

September 22, 2013 Todd DeFeo

Berry faces Mercer in Georgia football showdown

September 20, 2013 Todd DeFeo

Berry College will have the first road test of its inaugural football season when the Vikings head to Macon for a Saturday showdown with Mercer University, which looks to remain unbeaten.

Georgia colleges field three new football teams

August 29, 2013 Todd DeFeo

When the college football season kicks off this week, fans in the Peach State will have three new teams to follow. Berry College in Rome, Mercer University in Macon and Reinhardt University in Waleska are all fielding teams this year.