Marshall Football defeats Old Dominion 36-23

Marshall University secured a 36-23 victory over Old Dominion at S. B. Ballard Stadium in Norfolk, Virginia. The win brings Marshall to a 5-3 overall record and 2-2 in Sun Belt Conference play, extending their all-time record against Old Dominion to 11-1.

Key performances included TJ Lester, who scored two rushing touchdowns, and kicker Jorge Diaz Nicholas, who set a school record by converting five field goals from distances of 35, 30, 34, 30, and 24 yards. Additionally, Xayvion Turner-Bradshaw recorded a 100-yard touchdown on a returned missed field goal attempt to end the first half.

The Marshall defense contributed significantly by forcing four turnovers, which were converted into 20 points. While Old Dominion outgained Marshall in total yards, 409 to 336, Marshall controlled the game by maintaining possession for over 10 minutes longer than their opponents.