James Madison vs. Utah State Short Report | Sep 23, 2023

The James Madison Dukes triumphed over the Utah State Aggies with a final score of 45-38, in an electrifying game held on September 23, 2023. The opening quarter saw the Dukes take a commanding lead with a 54-yard touchdown pass from Jordan McCloud to Omarion Dollison, followed by a 20-yard field goal by Camden Wise. The Aggies struggled to counter as Jordan McCloud added another touchdown with a 1-yard rush, putting the Dukes ahead 17-0.

Utah State fought back valiantly in the second half, with McCae Hillstead revitalizing the offense with a series of impressive plays. This included a 20-yard touchdown pass to Terrell Vaughn in the third quarter and a 76-yard bomb to Micah Davis in the fourth quarter, tying the game at 38-38. However, the Dukes sealed the game with a 74-yard touchdown pass from McCloud to Reggie Brown, securing their victory. Key defensive plays and turnovers were pivotal, including interceptions by both teams that kept the tension high until the final whistle.