JMU Football Returns to Boone with Unfinished Business Against App State
JMU enters undefeated and leads the Sun Belt in scoring, while App State prepares for a quarterback decision after an ankle injury.
- Undefeated James Madison travels to Boone on Thursday at 7 p.m. for a Sun Belt clash with Appalachian State on ESPNU, marking the Dukes' final trip to Boone as a Sun Belt member before joining the American Conference.
- JMU leads the Sun Belt with 42.9 points and 461 yards per game, led by fifth-year running back George Pettaway, while App State's defense surrenders 21.8 points per game, ranking third-lowest in the conference.
- App State head coach Dowell Loggains manages injuries to quarterbacks Hasselbeck and Singleton, forcing JMU defensive coordinator Robert Bala to prepare for both players with limited scouting data on the backup.
- Two years ago, App State defeated JMU 34-20 in Boone, effectively ending the Dukes' championship hopes; coach Billy Napier's squad now enters this rematch seeking redemption while maintaining their undefeated conference record.
- With only five days of preparation, JMU player Flowe emphasized the stakes: "Number one rule, you don't lose to App State," he said, noting the hostile environment makes this the next critical test.
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JMU football returns to Boone with unfinished business against App State
JMU safety KJ Flowe hasn't forgotten what happened in Boone two years ago. He's making sure his new teammates understand the rivalry.
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