JC Evans accounts for four TDs in James Madison's win over Southern Miss
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 6, 2026, 5:00 AM
Last updated Nov 6, 2026
JC Evans threw a touchdown pass and rushed for three more as James Madison defeated Southern Miss 54-23 on November 5. This marked Evans' first start since an injury in JMU's season opener. The Dukes responded after losing consecutive games by taking a halftime lead of 16-14, boosted by a field goal from Morgan Suarez. In the second half, Evans extended the lead with a rushing touchdown and an additional touchdown pass, contributing to a decisive victory. James Madison improves to 8-2 this season and will next face UConn on November 14.
- •JC Evans made his first start back from injury.
- •James Madison leads Southern Miss 16-14 at halftime.
- •Dukes scored multiple touchdowns in the second half.
- •Southern Miss dropped to 3-6 with the loss.
- •James Madison plays UConn next on November 14.
- 5:00 AMYahoo Sports — JC Evans has 4 total TDs, James Madison beats Southern Miss 54-23
"(AP) — JC Evans threw a touchdown pass and added three rushing touchdowns, and James Madison beat Southern Miss 54-23 on Thursday night. Evans made his first start since he suffered an injury in JMU's season-opening 20-13 win over Liberty and was 19-of-26 passing for 251 yards.
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