News Summary
Old Dominion University faced a tough loss against Marshall, ending their four-game winning streak with a score of 48-24. The Monarchs struggled with ball control, committing five turnovers that the Thundering Herd capitalized on. This defeat places ODU at a 4-2 overall record and 1-1 in the Sun Belt Conference, while Marshall, now 3-3 overall, also stands at 1-1 in the conference. ODU must improve as they prepare for a crucial game against James Madison next.
Huntington, WV – Old Dominion University (ODU) faced a tough loss against Marshall on Saturday, with a final score of 48-24 at Joan C. Edwards Stadium. This defeat marked a significant setback for the Monarchs, who now hold a record of 4-2 overall and 1-1 in the Sun Belt Conference.
The loss broke ODU’s four-game winning streak, which had followed a season-opening defeat against Indiana. In their match against Marshall, the Monarchs struggled with ball control, committing five turnovers that allowed the Thundering Herd to capitalize and score. The Monarchs’ head coach highlighted the critical need for improved ball security, stressing that mistakes of this nature make victory difficult to achieve.
With this victory, Marshall improved its record to 3-3 overall and matched ODU at 1-1 in the Sun Belt Conference. Notably, ODU has not defeated Marshall since 2016 and maintains a poor all-time record of 1-10 against them, with no wins achieved in Huntington.
Game Highlights
Marshall quarterback Carlos Del Rio-Wilson had an impressive performance, completing 17 of 24 passes for 219 yards and two touchdowns, in addition to rushing for 95 yards and scoring two more touchdowns. ODU’s quarterback Colton Joseph put up respectable numbers, completing 15 out of 28 passes for 266 yards and a single touchdown. Joseph faced constant pressure during the game, which impacted his performance.
Joseph managed to connect on a significant play, with a 71-yard touchdown pass to Tre’ Brown III, marking ODU’s fifth touchdown of 70+ yards so far this season. However, the Monarchs faced missed opportunities throughout the game, including failed fourth-down conversions inside the opponent’s 10-yard line.
Defensive Struggles
After a promising start, ODU’s defense faltered, allowing Marshall to score 24 unanswered points in the second half. The Monarchs did see some individual successes, with Maurice James rushing for a career-high 83 yards on 12 carries, and Na’eem Abdul-Rahim Gladding recording 71 receiving yards on three catches.
Looking Ahead
ODU’s next game is set to be a pivotal matchup against James Madison on Saturday, which is crucial for the Monarchs’ hopes in the Sun Belt title race. This upcoming game will also be broadcasted on ESPNU, drawing attention from fans and analysts alike. James Madison enters the matchup riding a victory against Louisiana, bringing their overall record to 5-1.
Statistics indicate that despite their challenges in this game, ODU ranks 12th in the FBS for total offense, averaging 488.7 yards per game. However, the team continues to struggle with red zone offense and maintaining time of possession during games.
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