Sacred Heart’s drive starts were, on average, 10 yards better than those of Dartmouth’s, and Shepherd was one reason why. The veteran punter was more-than effective during the Pioneers’ 27-10 road win over the Ivy League member Big Green. Three of Shepherd’s six punts forced Dartmouth to start inside of its own 20-yard line. Three of his first five attempts were not returnable, and, of the two that were, Dartmouth managed just one-yard returns. Shepherd, who averaged 37.3 yards per kick in Week 7, accounted for a long of 50 yards and avoided having any of his punts result in touchbacks. In addition to his 50-yard first-quarter punt that netted 49 yards, Shepherd accounted for another special teams highlight with his first attempt of the second half. After SHU’s drive stalled just past midfield, Shepherd’s 39-yard punt was downed at Dartmouth’s 7-yard line.