James Madison Stuns UNC with Record 53-21 Lead at Halftime

Sep 21, 2024, 05:54 PM

James Madison University (JMU) has stunned the University of North Carolina (UNC) with a record-breaking performance in their football game. By halftime, JMU led 53-21, marking the most points UNC has ever allowed in a half. The Dukes scored 53 points, surpassing their combined total of 43 points from their first two games against Charlotte and Gardner-Webb. JMU's offense amassed 418 total yards and forced four turnovers, including a pick-six. Their scoring included touchdowns from a blocked punt, a short field after a fumble, and a fumbled snap. This high-scoring half also set a new record for JMU, which previously had never scored more than 52 points in a half.