Jude Kelley (92) & Gray Kelley
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Press Conference Tuesday Ahead of Samford at Home
10/6/2026 2:45:00 PM | Football
Kicker Jude Kelley was joined by defensive end Ryan Bell and Coach Rusty Wright as the Chattanooga Mocs held their weekly press conference ahead of Saturday’s home tilt with Samford.
The Chattanooga Mocs football team heads into Southern Conference game week four with a welcome stay in the friendly confines of Finley Stadium. After four road trips in six games to open the season, the Mocs are home for three of the next four with a lot on the line.
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Chattanooga is 3-3, 2-1 in the SoCon, which is tied for second by a half-game behind ETSU at 2-0. Samford is tied for fourth at 1-1 in the league, 1-4 overall. The two teams are among eight in the league within a game of first.
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Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m., broadcasting on ESPN+ as well as over the airwaves on the Mocs Sports Network. There are also several promotions along the way with Hall of Fame induction weekend also falling on Salute to Heroes Day. All veterans, active military, first responders and medical personnel receive a complimentary ticket with ID.
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Resources – Series | Stats | Roster | Tickets
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Every Tuesday during game weeks this season, the Mocs hold a press conference with coverage from the Times Free Press, Channels 3, 9 & 12, along with various radio and television talents. This week featured Coach Rusty Wright leading off followed by kicker Jude Kelley and defensive end Ryan Bell.
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Kelley is etching his name throughout the Mocs kicking records. He's third in scoring among kickers with 227 points and is just one of four with 100+ PATs in his career.
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Bell is emerging as one of the top defensive ends in the league. Over the last two games, he has 4.0 tackles for loss in 10 total stops with a sack, forced fumble and fumble recovery.
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Football Ticket Quick Links – Season Tickets | Mini-Plans | Game
As always, for all Mocs and McKenzie Arena events go to GoMocs.com/tickets. All football options are available with season tickets on sale as well for men's and women's basketball as well as wrestling. The Arena also has Leanne Morgan's "The Time of Our Lives" Tour available.
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GoMocs.com is the official website of the Chattanooga Mocs. Wear what the teams wear in our BSN Team Store or go to the bookstore's official True Spirit Stop. The Mocs can also be followed on their official Facebook, X & Instagram accounts. Find out how to join the Mocs Club and support more than 300 student-athletes by clicking here & by checking out NIL possibilities here.
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Chattanooga is 3-3, 2-1 in the SoCon, which is tied for second by a half-game behind ETSU at 2-0. Samford is tied for fourth at 1-1 in the league, 1-4 overall. The two teams are among eight in the league within a game of first.
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Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m., broadcasting on ESPN+ as well as over the airwaves on the Mocs Sports Network. There are also several promotions along the way with Hall of Fame induction weekend also falling on Salute to Heroes Day. All veterans, active military, first responders and medical personnel receive a complimentary ticket with ID.
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Resources – Series | Stats | Roster | Tickets
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Every Tuesday during game weeks this season, the Mocs hold a press conference with coverage from the Times Free Press, Channels 3, 9 & 12, along with various radio and television talents. This week featured Coach Rusty Wright leading off followed by kicker Jude Kelley and defensive end Ryan Bell.
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Kelley is etching his name throughout the Mocs kicking records. He's third in scoring among kickers with 227 points and is just one of four with 100+ PATs in his career.
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Bell is emerging as one of the top defensive ends in the league. Over the last two games, he has 4.0 tackles for loss in 10 total stops with a sack, forced fumble and fumble recovery.
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Football Ticket Quick Links – Season Tickets | Mini-Plans | Game
As always, for all Mocs and McKenzie Arena events go to GoMocs.com/tickets. All football options are available with season tickets on sale as well for men's and women's basketball as well as wrestling. The Arena also has Leanne Morgan's "The Time of Our Lives" Tour available.
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GoMocs.com is the official website of the Chattanooga Mocs. Wear what the teams wear in our BSN Team Store or go to the bookstore's official True Spirit Stop. The Mocs can also be followed on their official Facebook, X & Instagram accounts. Find out how to join the Mocs Club and support more than 300 student-athletes by clicking here & by checking out NIL possibilities here.
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