WASHINGTON (October 11, 2017) – After dropping a tough game against reigning Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) Champions, North Carolina Central (NCCU), 13-7, Coach Mike London and the Howard University Football team looks to obtain their first conference road win of the 2017 campaign at Delaware State University (DSU). The MEAC match is slated for 2 p.m. in Dover, Del.
 
Fans will have the opportunity to follow all the action via Live Stats and Live Video. Along with the ability to listen to the game live with play-by-play from Trevin A. Jones and his color analyst Tiffany Hoyd. Tune in to the WHBC96.3HD3; SiriusXM Channel 142; or Resident Network Channel 51 for all Bison's football coverage.

MATCHUP PREVIEW
 
This will be the 74th meeting between DSU and HU with the Hornets leading the all-time series, 39-33-1. In the last five years, each contest has been decided by seven points or less.
 
A year ago, Anthony Philyaw rushed for a school-record 281 yards and led Howard to a 26-21 win over Delaware State at Greene Stadium. As a result, the California native reached the 1,000-yard plateau for the first time in his career.
 
Delaware State (0-5, 0-3 MEAC) is looking to break a 16-game losing streak at homecoming. The streak dates back to last season when the Hornets finished winless (0-11, 0-8 MEAC). DSU's last victory came against HU in the 2015 regular season finale in Dover, 32-31.
 
DSU has struggled on both sides of the ball, posting less than nine points per game while allowing 34 points per game. Despite the squad's tough season, junior running back Brycen Alleyne has been one of the team's bright spots. As of today, Alleyne ranks second in the conference's all-purpose category (123.8 yards per game).
 
"He's really fast," London referring to Alleyne. "They have a lot of guys who can run. I know Coach [Kenny] Carter will have his team ready. We're excited about the challenge."
 
Howard (2-3, 1-1 MEAC) looks to get back to .500 on the season. The victory will also surpass last year's win total while putting the Bison at 3-3 for the first time since 2012 where they finished 7-4 overall and 6-2 in conference play.
 
"It's a different mindset," London added. "The players realize they are never out of it. I am proud of the overall effort, but we need to continue to do the necessary things to allow us to go 3-3."
 
HU averages 26.4 points per game and 417.8 total offense per game, both are second in the conference behind North Carolina A&T State. Majority of the offense comes from the ground, led by Philyaw and freshman Caylin Newton. Currently, both Bison are among the top three rushers in the MEAC.

LAST TIMEOUT
 
Howard struck first with a 75-yard touchdown pass from Newton to sophomore Damion Gillespie, but came up short against NCCU, 13-7, at Greene Stadium.
 
"They are a very good team in a lot of ways," said Coach London on Tuesday's weekly teleconference. "I was very proud of my team, going toe-to-toe with them. For our guys to battle and compete, I think we did a good job."
 
Despite outgaining the Eagles by nearly 65 yards, 400-336, North Carolina Central capitalized on two Bison turnovers with 10 points.
 
Newton had his best performance in the air, throwing for a career-high 328 yards and a touchdown.
 
Gillespie and senior Guy Lemonier Jr. each registered 100-yard receiving games. Gillespie racked up a game-high 153 yards on six catches while Lemonier also caught six balls for 111 yards in the loss.
 
UPCOMING SCHEDULE
 
Saturday, Oct. 21, Howard meets Morgan State for HU Homecoming. Saturday's game begins 1 p.m. at Greene Stadium.
 
Fans unable to attend will have a chance to follow all the action via Live Video and/or Live Audio.
 
TICKETS
 
Single-game tickets for HU Homecoming are available at just $30. To purchase homecoming football tickets, click here.
 
For more information, visit the Bison Athletics website at www.HUBison.com.