DURHAM, N.C. (Interstat) — South Carolina State scored two fourth-quarter touchdowns to erase a deficit and defeat North Carolina Central 34-27 on Friday night at O’Kelly-Riddick Stadium. The Bulldogs built an early 17-3 lead, but the Eagles surged ahead with 17 second-quarter points and held a 27-20 advantage after three quarters. South Carolina State quarterback William Atkins IV led the comeback, finishing with 314 passing yards and three touchdowns. Josh Shaw’s 30-yard touchdown run with 1:51 remaining provided the winning margin. The Bulldogs improved to 8-3, while the Eagles fell to 7-4.