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Nov 11, 2023; Annapolis, Maryland, USA; Navy Midshipmen mascot inspects a Army cadet while in formation prior to the start of the game against the UAB Blazers at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports
ESPN’s College GameDay previewed the 124th edition of ‘America’s Game’ between the Army Black Knights and the Navy Midshipmen at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts. This is only the third time that this historic matchup has been played outside of Philadelphia.
The first meeting between the two military programs at Gillette Stadium will start a five-year cycle of cities that will host the Army-Navy game in the upcoming years. The series will be played in Washington D.C. in 2024, Baltimore in 2025 and New York City/New Jersey in 2026.
Although Army beat Navy 20-17 in 2022, the Midshipmen lead the series record 62-54-7. Here are the best moments for ESPN’s College GameDay preview of the historic matchup.
Bill Belichick makes his picks
New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick joined the ESPN College GameDay to make his pick between Army and Navy.
Lee Corso’s time as Navy Assistant Coach
Lee Corso served as an assistant coach at Navy from 1966 to 1968. Corso became emotional while watching a video from his time at the Naval Academy.
Best College GameDay Signs
Fans and supporters of Army and Navy teams gathered at Gillette Stadium to cheer on their teams. Check out the best signs from the historical matchup in Foxborough, Massachusetts.
During the Pat McAfee’s kicking contest, a lucky Army and Navy cadet had the chance to win $150,000 for a Military foundation by attempting a 33-yard field goal. Unfortunately, both cadets missed their attempt at the prize money.
United States Army Candidate Fitness Assessment
ESPN College GameDay reporter Jess Sims underwent West Point…
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Publish date : 2023-12-09 17:25:58
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