Old Dominion ends with a bang in 77-14 win over VMI
NORFOLK, Va. -- Matt Geiger scored three touchdowns, Kesean Strong and Jeremy Cox each scored two touchdowns and Old Dominion beat VMI 77-14 on Saturday.
In a nonconference matchup, Conference USA representative Old Dominion (4-7) set a new program record for points. The 77 points also tied a Conference USA record and is tied for the second-highest total by an FBS team this season.
The Monarchs led 49-0 at halftime and outgained VMI (1-10) in total yards, 509-288. The Monarchs also tied a program record with seven rushing touchdowns. Justin Noye had a 37-yard interception return touchdown and Isaiah Harper had a 74-yard punt return TD. Blake LaRussa completed 15 of 20 passes for 128 yards and two touchdowns for the Monarchs.
Chance Newman threw for 141 yards and a touchdown for Southern Conference rep VMI.
The matchup featured the last-ever game played at Foreman Field. Renovation on S.B. Ballard Stadium will begin immediately with the new stadium opening for the 2019 season.
Game Information
2024 Southern Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | OVR |
|---|---|---|
| Mercer | 7-1 | 10-2 |
| Western Carolina | 6-2 | 7-5 |
| Chattanooga | 5-3 | 7-5 |
| East Tennessee State | 5-3 | 7-5 |
| Samford | 3-4 | 4-7 |
| The Citadel | 3-5 | 5-7 |
| Wofford | 3-5 | 5-7 |
| Furman | 2-5 | 3-8 |
| VMI | 1-7 | 1-11 |
2024 Sun Belt Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | OVR |
|---|---|---|
| Marshall | 6-1 | 8-3 |
| Georgia Southern | 5-2 | 7-4 |
| James Madison | 4-3 | 8-3 |
| App State | 3-4 | 5-5 |
| Old Dominion | 3-4 | 4-7 |
| Coastal Carolina | 2-5 | 5-6 |
| Georgia State | 1-6 | 3-8 |
| Team | CONF | OVR |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 6-1 | 9-2 |
| Arkansas State | 5-2 | 7-4 |
| South Alabama | 5-2 | 6-5 |
| Texas State | 4-3 | 6-5 |
| UL Monroe | 3-4 | 5-6 |
| Troy | 2-5 | 3-8 |
| Southern Miss | 0-7 | 1-10 |
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