Lafayette beats Sacred Heart 31-17 with Curtis' 156 yards

In a non-conference football match on October 19, 2024, Lafayette College's team displayed a strong performance against Sacred Heart University, overcoming a previous week where they suffered their first shutout since 2019. The game, which took place in Easton, Pennsylvania, featured standout performances from Jamar Curtis, who rushed for two touchdowns and accumulated 156 yards on the ground, and Troy Bruce, who contributed with a rushing touchdown as well. Lafayette's offense was notably effective, finishing with 297 rushing yards overall. The Leopards began the game with a methodical 12-play drive culminating in a touchdown by Curtis. Despite Sacred Heart briefly equalizing, Lafayette quickly regained control with back-to-back scores. As the game progressed, the Leopards maintained their offensive rhythm, managing to hold a significant advantage in time of possession, much like their prior opponents had. Defensively, Lafayette was able to contain Sacred Heart's offense, limiting their scoring opportunities. The Pioneers did manage to score two touchdowns, both by Jalen Madison, but it wasn't enough to challenge Lafayette's lead. The game concluded with a field goal by Jack Simonetta and a final touchdown by Dean DeNobile that sealed the Leopards' victory. This win improves Lafayette’s season record to 4-3, while Sacred Heart drops to 3-5, continuing their struggles on the road. The victory marks a critical rebound for the Leopards as they move deeper into their season, demonstrating resilience after their previous loss.