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James Madison Upsets UNC with Record-Breaking 70-50 Victory

UNC Coach Mack Brown takes responsibility for the loss and offers to resign, but players overwhelmingly support him.

  • James Madison scored 70 points against North Carolina, tying the most points ever allowed by UNC in a game.
  • Alonza Barnett III led James Madison with five touchdown passes and two rushing touchdowns, totaling 487 yards.
  • James Madison capitalized on UNC's four turnovers and scored two touchdowns on special teams and defense.
  • UNC Coach Mack Brown offered to resign after the loss, but clarified he would stay if players still believed in his leadership.
  • The loss marked the most points UNC has ever allowed in a half, with James Madison scoring 53 points by halftime.
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