Week 7
Final
1979 Southern
| Team | W | L | PCT |
|---|---|---|---|
 Appalachian State | 3 | 8 | .273 |
 Marshall | 1 | 10 | .091 |
The Citadel | 6 | 5 | .545 |
Western Carolina | 6 | 5 | .545 |
East Tennessee State | 7 | 4 | .636 |
Furman | 5 | 6 | .455 |
VMI | 6 | 4 | .600 |
Chattanooga | 9 | 2 | .818 |
Game Summary
The Furman Paladins emerged victorious over the Marshall Thundering Herd, 34 to 24, on October 13, 1979.