Photos: North Carolina hammered 70-50 by James Madison in college football action
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The North Carolina Tar Heels, playing quarterback Jacolby Criswell, were steamrolled by James Madison in first half action in Chapel Hill, N.C. Saturday. The Heels struggled on both offense and defense and were booed by the UNC crowd when leaving the field trailing 53-21 at the half. Many Tar Heel fans did not return for the second half.
JMU’s 70 points is the most scored against North Carolina in Kenan Stadium. The Tar Heels had five turnovers in the game.
North Carolina defensive coordinator Geoff Collins is embraced by defensive lineman Joshua Harris (6) as they leave the field following the Tar Heels’ 70-50 loss to James Madison on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at Kenan Stadium in Chapel Hill, N.C.
North Carolina coach Mack Brown applauds his players as they warm up for the Tar Heels’ game against James Madison on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at Kenan Stadium in Chapel Hill, N.C.
James Madison linebacker Trent Hendrick (5) forces a turnover by North Carolina wide receiver Christian Hamilton (7) in the first quarter on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at Kenan Stadium in Chapel Hill, N.C.
James Madison linebacker Jacob Dobbs (27) reacts after recovering a fumble by North Carolina’s Christian Hamilton (7) in the first quarter on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at Kenan Stadium in Chapel Hill, N.C.
North Carolina tight end John Copenhaver (81) scores a touchdown on a 35-yard pass reception from quarterback Jacolby Criswell (12) ahead of James Madison defensive back Ray Williams (6) in the first quarter on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at Kenan Stadium in Chapel Hill, N.C.
North Carolina running back Omarion Hampton (28) breaks away from James Madison defensive back Chris Shearin (10) for a 28-yard touchdown in the first quarter on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at Kenan Stadium in Chapel Hill, N.C.
North Carolina running back Omarion Hampton (28) breaks away from James Madison defensive back Chris Shearin (10) for a 28-yard touchdown in the first quarter on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at Kenan Stadium in Chapel Hill, N.C.
North Carolina quarterback Jacolby Criswell (12) congratulates tight end John Copenhaver (81) after a 35-yard pass reception for a touchdown in the first quarter against James Madison on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at Kenan Stadium in Chapel Hill, N.C.
James Madison quarterback Alonza Barnett III, scores on a 27-yard run to take a 46-21 lead over North Carolina in the second quarter on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at Kenan Stadium in Chapel Hill, N.C.
Down by 25 points to James Madison in the second quarter, North Carolina defensive coordinator Geoff Collins talks with his unit on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at Kenan Stadium in Chapel Hill, N.C.
Down 63-38 to James Madison, with the west end of Kenan Stadium noticeably empty, North Carolina quarterback Jacolby Criswell (12) rushes for seven yards in the fourth quarter on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at Kenan Stadium in Chapel Hill, N.C.
North Carolina tight end Bryson Nesbitt (18) hurdles over James Madison safety Kyle Holmes (12) after a 12-yard pass completion from quarterback Jacolby Criswell in the fourth quarter on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at Kenan Stadium in Chapel Hill, N.C.
North Carolina tight end Bryson Nesbitt (18) hurdles over James Madison safety Kyle Holmes (12) after a 12-yard pass completion from quarterback Jacolby Criswell in the fourth quarter on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at Kenan Stadium in Chapel Hill, N.C.
North Carolina offensive lineman Willie Lampkin (53) celebrates with Omarion Hampton (28) after Hampton scored on a 2-yard run in the fourth quarter against James Madison on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at Kenan Stadium in Chapel Hill, N.C.
North Carolina defensive back Kaleb Cost (21) works to stop James Madison wide receiver Yamir Knight (0) after a seven yard pass completion from quarterback Alonza Barnett III in the third quarter on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at Kenan Stadium in Chapel Hill, N.C.
James Madison wide receiver Dylan Williams (88) scores a touchdown on a seven-yard pass completion from quarterback Alonza Barnett III, to give the Dukes a 60-24 lead over North Carolina in the third quarter on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at Kenan Stadium in Chapel Hill, N.C.
James Madison wide receiver Dylan Williams (88) celebrates with teammates Tyler Thompson (17) and Cole Potts (66), after scoring a touchdown on a seven-yard pass completion from quarterback Alonza Barnett III, to give the Dukes a 60-24 lead over North Carolina in the third quarter on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at Kenan Stadium in Chapel Hill, N.C.
North Carolina coach Mack Brown congratulates James Madison coach Bob Chesney following the Tar Heels’ 70-50 loss on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at Kenan Stadium in Chapel Hill, N.C.
North Carolina coach Mack Brown congratulates James Madison coach Bob Chesney following the Tar Heels’ 70-50 loss on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at Kenan Stadium in Chapel Hill, N.C.
North Carolina quarterback Conner Harrell (15) leaves the field following the Tar Heels’ 70-50 loss to James Madison on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at Kenan Stadium in Chapel Hill, N.C. Harrell played only one down for a loss of three yards and a fumble.
James Madison coach Bob Chesney celebrates with fans following their 70-50 victory over North Carolina on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at Kenan Stadium in Chapel Hill, N.C.
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