Marshall takes on Eastern Kentucky during a NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
Marshall wide receiver Willie Johnson, right, pushes up field after a catch as Eastern Kentucky defender Josh Hayes (12) moves in to attempt a tackle during a NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall tight end Xavier Gaines (11) and teammate Broc Thompson (13) celebrate after a touchdown catch by Gaines against Eastern Kentucky during a NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall quarterback Luke Zban throws a pass against Eastern Kentucky during an NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington. The Thundering Herd begins spring drills on Friday, March 19, 2021, under new head coach Charles Huff.
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Marshall tight end Xavier Gaines (11) makes a catch for a touchdown against Eastern Kentucky during a NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall running back Brenden Knox (20) powers forward on a carry as the Herd takes on Eastern Kentucky during a NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall quarterback Grant Wells (8) sends a pass downfield to tight end Devin Miller (83) as the Herd takes on Eastern Kentucky during a NCAA football game on Saturday at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall wide receiver Broc Thompson (13) celebrates with Amir Richardson (21) after a touchdown against Eastern Kentucky on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall running back Brenden Knox (20) celebrates with teammates after scoring a touchdown as the Herd takes on Eastern Kentucky during an NCAA football game Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall quarterback Grant Wells (8) launches a pass downfield as the Herd takes on Eastern Kentucky during an NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall running back Brenden Knox (20) takes a handoff from quarterback Grant Wells as the Herd takes on Eastern Kentucky during a NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Andy Footo, of Barboursville, grills a few bratwursts as fans tailgate prior to Marshall's season opener against Eastern Kentucky on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall safety Derrek Pitts celebrates a after a tackle as the Herd takes on Eastern Kentucky during a NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall wide receiver Talik Keaton makes a touchdown reception during an NCAA football game against Eastern Kentucky on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall wide receiver Talik Keaton (9) and Broc Thompson (13) celebrate a Herd touchdown against Eastern Kentucky on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall football players arrive for their season opener against Eastern Kentucky on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Herd fans celebrate a touchdown as Marshall takes on Eastern Kentucky during a NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall defenders swarm Eastern Kentucky wide receiver Jacquez Jones (3) during an NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Fans tailgate prior to Marshall's season opener against Eastern Kentucky on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall takes on Eastern Kentucky during a NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall quarterback Grant Wells (8) makes a throw as the Herd takes on Eastern Kentucky during a NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall defensive lineman Darius Hodge, left, sacks Eastern Kentucky quarterback Parker McKinney during a NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Fans tailgate prior to Marshall's season opener against Eastern Kentucky on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall quarterback Grant Wells looks to make a pass as the Herd takes on Eastern Kentucky during a NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall defensive lineman Darius Hodge leaps onto a pile of players as the Herd takes on Eastern Kentucky during a NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall fans have their digital tickets scanned as they enter the stadium to see the Herd take on Eastern Kentucky in the season opener on Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall quarterback Luke Zban (17) rushes forward on a keeper as the Herd takes on Eastern Kentucky during a NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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A Marshall helmet sits on the turf during a NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Eleven-year-old Kaden Wiseman, left, makes a throw as he and his friend Tripp Price, 9, play corn hole before Marshall's season opener against Eastern Kentucky on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall tight end Xavier Gaines (11) receives a pass for a touchdown against Eastern Kentucky during an NCAA football game Saturday at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall wide receiver Broc Thompson (13) speeds up field after a catch as the Herd takes on Eastern Kentucky during a NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall quarterback Grant Wells looks to make a throw as the Herd takes on Eastern Kentucky during a NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall tight end Devin Miller (83) lowers his shoulder and powers through tackle attempt by Eastern Kentucky's Josh Hayes (12) during a NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Fans look on as Marshall takes on Eastern Kentucky during an NCAA football game on Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall quarterback Grant Wells (8) makes a pass as the Herd takes on Eastern Kentucky during a NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall wide receiver Stone Scarelle (19) pushes forward after a catch as the Herd takes on Eastern Kentucky during a NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Fans tailgate prior to Marshall's season opener against Eastern Kentucky on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall takes on Eastern Kentucky during a NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall center Alex Salguero (78) looks over the defense before snapping the ball to quarterback Grant Wells, out of view, during an NCAA football game against Eastern Kentucky in 2020 at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall defensive back Jaylon McClain-Sapp (7) brings down Eastern Kentucky wide receiver Keyion Dixon (16) during a NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Fans pose for a photo prior to Marshall's season opener against Eastern Kentucky on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall tight end Garet Morrell (12) attempts to juke past Eastern Kentucky defender Daulson Fitzpatrick (27) after a catch during a NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall wide receiver Talik Keaton (9) and Broc Thompson (13) celebrate a Herd touchdown against Eastern Kentucky on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall takes on Eastern Kentucky during a NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
- Sholten Singer/The Herald-Dispatch
Marshall takes on Eastern Kentucky during a NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
- Sholten Singer/The Herald-Dispatch
Marshall running back Brenden Knox (20) powers forward on a carry as the Herd takes on Eastern Kentucky during an NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
- Sholten Singer/The Herald-Dispatch
Fans tailgate prior to Marshall's season opener against Eastern Kentucky on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
- Sholten Singer/The Herald-Dispatch
Fans tailgate prior to Marshall's season opener against Eastern Kentucky on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
- Sholten Singer/The Herald-Dispatch
Marshall takes on Eastern Kentucky during a NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
- Sholten Singer/The Herald-Dispatch
Marshall takes on Eastern Kentucky during a NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
- Sholten Singer/The Herald-Dispatch
Marshall takes on Eastern Kentucky during a NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall wide receiver Willie Johnson, right, pushes up field after a catch as Eastern Kentucky defender Josh Hayes (12) moves in to attempt a tackle during a NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
- Sholten Singer/The Herald-Dispatch
Marshall tight end Xavier Gaines (11) celebrates after making a touchdown catch against Eastern Kentucky during a NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
- Sholten Singer/The Herald-Dispatch
Marshall tight end Xavier Gaines (11) and teammate Broc Thompson (13) celebrate after a touchdown catch by Gaines against Eastern Kentucky during a NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall takes on Eastern Kentucky during a NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall tight end Devin Miller (83) makes a catch as the Herd takes on Eastern Kentucky during a NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall tight end Devin Miller (83) turns a catch up field as the Herd takes on Eastern Kentucky during a NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall running back Brenden Knox (20) pushes forward on a carry as the Herd takes on Eastern Kentucky during a NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall players celebrate a Brenden Knox touchdown against Eastern Kentucky on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall kicker Shane Ciucci prepares for an extra point as the Herd takes on Eastern Kentucky during a NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall wide receiver Talik Keaton (9) looks in a catch for a touchdown as the Herd takes on Eastern Kentucky during a NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall defensive lineman Darius Hodge (2) brings down Eastern Kentucky running back Quentin Pringle (24) during an NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall defenders Derrek Pitts (1) and Nazeeh Johnson (13) bring down Eastern Kentucky wide receiver Keyion Dixon (16) during a NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall quarterback Luke Zban throws a pass against Eastern Kentucky during an NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington. The Thundering Herd begins spring drills on Friday, March 19, 2021, under new head coach Charles Huff.
- Sholten Singer | The Herald-Dispatch
Marshall takes on Eastern Kentucky during a NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall takes on Eastern Kentucky during a NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall takes on Eastern Kentucky during a NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall takes on Eastern Kentucky during a NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall takes on Eastern Kentucky during a NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall takes on Eastern Kentucky during a NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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The Herald-Dispatch sports reporter Tim Stephens arrives to cover Marshall football's season opener against Eastern Kentucky on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington.
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Marshall quarterback Grant Wells threw for 307 yards and four touchdowns to lead the Herd to a 59-0 rout of Eastern Kentucky on Saturday at Joan C. Edwards Stadium.
Marshall quarterbacks Grant Wells and Luke Zban combined to go 22-of-29 for 345 yards and five touchdowns in the Herd's 59-0 win over Eastern Kentucky to open the 2020 season on Saturday.
Marshall quarterback Grant Wells threw for 307 yards and four touchdowns to lead the Herd to a 59-0 rout of Eastern Kentucky on Saturday at Joan C. Edwards Stadium.
