In his first year leading the JMU defensive unit, he's coached the Dukes to the top of the FBS ranks, as they lead the country in turnover margin (+1.55). JMU is also second nationally in interceptions (17), total takeaways (25) and defensive touchdowns (4). The Dukes additionally rank top 20 in the FBS in sacks (9th - 3.09), pass efficiency defense (9th- 108.17), scoring defense (19th - 19.5) and fumble recoveries (20th - 8). The Dukes are undefeated at home (5-0) entering the regular-season finale, allowing just 8.4 points per game in Harrisonburg and just four touchdowns to the opposition.
