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Koziol, Sloan Shine in Loss at Unbeaten James Madison

HARRISONBURG, Va. — For the first time in program history, Ball State traveled to Harrisonburg, Virginia, to square off against James Madison on Saturday afternoon. The Dukes defended sold-out Bridgeforth Stadium from the visiting Cardinals in a 63-7 decision.

James Madison extended their unbeaten record to 4-0, while Ball State dropped to 1-3 on the young season.

Quarterback found tight end for nine completions, 112 yards and a touchdown against Central Michigan last week, and the Cardinals' imposing target enjoyed another strong outing against JMU. Koziol snatched nine passes (tied for a career high) for 78 yards and a touchdown against a stingy Dukes defense, which marked the first time he has recorded TD receptions in consecutive games since 2022.