NORFOLK, Va. - Old Dominion University football held their third practice of the fall and first in shoulder pads on Wednesday.
The practice last just over two hours and featured several highlights.
- Shuler Bentley to David Washington for 20 yards to start things off for the offense.
- A good day for the running backs, as Ray Lawry ripped off a couple of 15-yard runs and freshman Kesean Strong burst off the right side for a gain of 30 yards.
- Fellonte Misher had a good day on the defensive side, deflecting a pass at the goalline and intercepting a deep ball in the end zone.
- Freshman defensive lineman made the play of the day, intercepting a screen pass for the defenses third turnover of the day. Another freshman, Denzel Williams, forced a fumble that was recovered by the defense.
- Colin McElroy hit a diving Eri'Reon Hayes for a 12-yard touchdown pass at the end of practice.
All practices except for the Aug. 22 scrimmage at Foreman Field at S.B. Ballard Stadium are closed to the public. For updates, highlights, photos and interviews, stay tuned to ODUSports.com.
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