Behind enemy lines: Previewing JMU with the Dukes expert Bennett Conlin

Photo courtesy of JMU Athletics CommunicationsAhead of the Virginia Cavaliers’ home opener against the James Madison Dukes this Saturday at noon, we caught up with the legendary former Daily Progress Virginia beat writer Bennett Conlin to preview the matchup. Bennett’s one of the best in the business, and a great guy to boot. So it’s our great benefit to have his perspective on the Dukes as a co-founder of JMU Sports News and a JMU alum.

I also answered Bennett’s questions about my thoughts heading into Saturday’s game which you can read here. Onto the questions!

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