Western Carolina quarterback Taron Dickens etched his name in college football history on Saturday, October 4th, with a performance for the ages. Dickens shattered the NCAA record for consecutive pass completions in a single game, connecting on his first 46 passes against Wofford. The previous record of 29 was held by Princeton's Quinn Epperly.
Dickens' incredible streak helped lead the Catamounts to a thrilling 23-21 victory over the Terriers in a Southern Conference matchup. He finished the game with 53 completions on 56 attempts for 378 yards and three touchdowns. His completion percentage of 94.6% also marks the highest in FCS history for a single game.
"I've never seen anything like this," said one observer, echoing the sentiment of many who witnessed Dickens' masterful performance. He connected with eight different receivers during his record-breaking run, showcasing his accuracy and decision-making skills. James Tyre was a frequent target, hauling in 13 passes for 102 yards and all three touchdowns.
The sophomore from Miami has been a revelation this season, throwing for 13 touchdowns with zero interceptions. After seeing limited action in 2023, Dickens has firmly established himself as the Catamounts' starting quarterback. His precision and poise under pressure have been key to Western Carolina's success.
The Catamounts' victory moved them to 3-3 overall and 2-0 in the Southern Conference. They will look to continue their winning ways next weekend when they host Furman. All eyes will be on Dickens to see if he can follow up his record-breaking performance with another stellar outing.
Key Stats from Dickens' Historic Game:
- 46 consecutive completions to start the game (NCAA Record)
- 53 completions on 56 attempts
- 378 passing yards
- 3 touchdowns
- 94.6% completion percentage (FCS Record)
Looking Ahead
Can Taron Dickens maintain this level of performance? The college football world will be watching closely as he continues his season. His accuracy, decision-making, and leadership are undoubtedly making him a player to watch.