UConn Football Beats Merrimack 63-17 at Home

UConn's football team secured a resounding 63-17 victory over Merrimack in their home opener, showcasing a dominant performance that included a record-setting 35 points in the first quarter and 56 points by halftime. Backup quarterback Joe Fagnano excelled in place of the injured Nick Evers, throwing for 328 yards and five touchdowns while also rushing for one. The Huskies amassed 624 yards of total offense, with contributions from multiple players, including Cam Edwards and Skyler Bell, who each made significant plays. Merrimack managed only 277 total yards, with their lone bright spot being a 71-yard touchdown pass in the fourth quarter. UConn's head coach Jim Mora praised the team's execution and big plays, emphasizing the importance of this victory after a tough loss the previous week. This victory marks UConn's first win of the season, improving their record to 1-1.