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McCloud throws a touchdown and runs for another (21-31, 264 Yds) as James Madison defeats Marshall 20-9

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Joan C. Edwards Stadium, Huntington, WV

Ethan Payne - Struggles as lead backPayne rushed 20 times for 62 yards during Thursday's 20-9 loss to James Madison. He also caught four passes for 29 yards.

ImpactPayne stepped into lead back duties with Rasheen Ali (undisclosed) sidelined for the contest and was the only running back to see a carry. While he wasn't able to capitalize on the uptick in carries, he ended up tying for the team high in receptions with four and finished the contest with 91 yards from scrimmage. If Ali remains out for Marshall's matchup with Coastal Carolina next week, expect Payne to retain bellcow duties.

OCTOBER 20, 2023•ROTOWIRE

Jayden Harrison - Logs 94-yard kick return touchdownHarrison tallied four receptions for 40 yards during Thursday's 20-9 loss against James Madison. He also returned a kickoff for a touchdown.

ImpactHarrison topped Marshall's wideouts in catches and receiving yards Thursday as the team was held to just 169 yards of total offense. However, he came through for fantasy managers in the fourth quarter, taking back a kickoff for a touchdown.

OCTOBER 20, 2023•ROTOWIRE

Cam Fancher - Shut down by JMUFancher was 17-for-30 passing for 173 yards and one interception during Thursday's 20-9 loss to James Madison. He also had 12 rushes for -66 yards.

ImpactFancher finished Thursday's game with negative fantasy points after being sacked eight times and finishing with negative 66 rushing yards. The contest also marked his first time throwing for less than 275 yards since Week 4. While Marshall's offensive woes were certainly caused by JMU's stifling defense, the Thundering Herd were without stud running back Rasheen Ali (undisclosed), who has been one of the best backs in the nation this year.

OCTOBER 20, 2023•ROTOWIRE

Elijah Sarratt - Another productive daySarratt notched seven catches for 70 yards during Thursday's 20-9 victory over Marshall.

ImpactFor the fourth time in the last five games, Sarratt reeled in at least five receptions, this time topping JMU's WR corps with seven. He turned the catches into 70 yards, but he was unable to find paydirt Thursday after scoring in each of his last two outings. Through seven contests, Sarratt has accumulated 31 receptions for 455 yards and three touchdowns.

OCTOBER 20, 2023•ROTOWIRE

Reggie Brown - Goes for 100 yards and a scoreBrown accrued six catches for 126 yards and a touchdown during Thursday's 20-9 win over Marshall.

ImpactFor the second time in 2023, Brown topped 100 receiving yards while also hauling in a 28-yard touchdown pass in the fourth period. Through seven games, Brown has 26 receptions for 549 yards and four touchdowns.

OCTOBER 20, 2023•ROTOWIRE

Kaelon Black - Stifled by MarshallBlack accrued 16 rushes for 33 yards during Thursday's 20-9 victory versus Marshall. He also caught one pass for five yards.

ImpactBlack struggled to get anything going on the ground Thursday, as Marshall held Black and Ty Son Lawton to a combined 68 yards on 27 carries. Despite the inefficiencies, it was encouraging to see Black's workload increase, jumping up to 16 carries after only handling 11 in Week 7. On the year, Black is averaging 63.3 rushing yards per game with one rushing touchdown. However, he's scored thrice through the air while averaging 2.4 receptions for 21.3 yards per game.

OCTOBER 20, 2023•ROTOWIRE

Jordan McCloud - Showcases dual threat abilityMcCloud completed 21 of 31 passes for 264 yards, one touchdown and one interception during Thursday's 20-9 win over Marshall. He also had six rushes for 69 yards with one touchdown...

ImpactMcCloud paced the Dukes in rushing yards Thursday, corralling a season-high 69 rush yards and his third rushing touchdown of the season. He also topped 240 passing yards for a fourth consecutive contest. While McCloud has thrown four interceptions in his last four games, he's accounted for 12 total touchdowns during that stretch.

OCTOBER 20, 2023•ROTOWIRE