Football, Off The Collar: No Fear – By Ethan Ratke
Every once in while I got to take a few reps on scout team kick off. Despite being excited to have an opportunity, I was more frightened than anything else.
COVID-19 Testing Event Oct. 8 in Waynesboro – NO APPOINTMENTS REQUIRED
Due to increased testing capacity, the October 8 COVID-19 Testing Event at Kate Collins Middle School will be open to “walk-ins.” Appointments are no longer needed.
Football: Ron'Dell Carter Signs with Indianapolis Colts, Activated to 53-Man Roster
Ron’Dell Carter was claimed by the Indianapolis Colts, being immediately signed to the team’s 53-man roster. He spent the first three weeks of the season on the Dallas Cowboys’ practice squad.
Football: Derek Owings Appointed Director of Strength & Conditioning
Curt Cignetti announced the hiring of Derek Owings as JMU’s new director of strength & conditioning. Owings joins the JMU football program after nearly a two-year stint at Texas Tech.
Football: Nine Former Dukes Make NFL Rosters to Begin 2020 Season
JMU will have a record nine players on seven NFL teams when the league kicks off its 2020 season. Seven players made the 53-man roster, while two more are on practice squads.
Football: Three Dukes Named to Stats Perform Preseason All-America Team
Seniors Liam Fornadel, Mike Greene and Ethan Ratke each earned spots on the 2020 Stats Perform FCS Preseason All-America Team, as JMU led the conference in total selections.