UConn defeats Lafayette 56-7 in Jason Candle's head coaching debut

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UConn defeats Lafayette 56-7 in Jason Candle's head coaching debut
Summary

UConn defeated Lafayette 56-7 on Saturday at Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field in the first game under new head coach Jason Candle. The Huskies accumulated a program-record 671 total yards, balanced by 370 passing yards and 301 rushing yards. Quarterback Kalieb Osborne, making his first start for the team, threw for 265 yards and two touchdowns while adding 92 rushing yards and a score on the ground. Despite the dominant offensive performance, the team faced ten total penalties that nullified several big plays, including a potential long touchdown reception. The victory marks the third-largest margin of victory in program history. UConn now prepares for an upcoming game against Maryland.

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  • UConn recorded 671 total yards of offense against Lafayette.
  • Quarterback Kalieb Osborne accounted for 357 total yards and three touchdowns.
  • The Huskies were penalized ten times, resulting in 134 total yards lost.
  • Javon Brown led the receiving corps with six catches for 92 yards.
  • UConn hosts Maryland in the team's next scheduled game.
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The Huskies took care of business in impressive fashion on Saturday.

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