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Week 15 • December 06, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
Troy @ James Madison
8-4
Sun Belt
Power Rank: -2.1
14 FINAL 31
11-1
Sun Belt
Power Rank: 12.9
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General Information

Week: Week 15
Kick Off (at stadium): 07:00 PM EST
Stadium: Bridgeforth Stadium
Capacity: 24,877
Elevation: 1319 ft
HFA Rating: 3.3
Playing Surface: Artifical Turf

Betting Information

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Total (O/U) -
Expected Score -
Power Rank Implied Line James Madison +15.0

Weather Conditions

Forecast for: February 02, 2026
Clear

Clear

5.7°F

Wind Chill: -3.4°F
Wind: 4.7 mph WNW
Gusts: 9.6 mph
Precipitation: 0.0"
Humidity: 88%
Rain Chance: 0%
Snow Chance: 0%

Travel & Rest

Troy (Away)

This Week: 607.9 miles
Last Week: 403.9 miles
Season Total: 7973.0 miles
Body Clock Time: 18:00
Rest Days: 7

James Madison (Home)

This Week: 0.0 miles
Last Week: 640.4 miles
Season Total: 5295.1 miles
Body Clock Time: 19:00
Rest Days: 7

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Betting Information
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Total Points --
Blue Chip Analytics Power Rating
Troy -2.1
James Madison 12.9
✈️ Travel Impact
Away Team Travel 608 mi
Home Team Travel 0 mi
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🏟️ HFA: Bridgeforth Stadium
Capacity 24,877
Elevation 1319 ft
🌤️ Weather: Clear
Temperature 5.7°F
Wind Speed 4.7 mph
Your Line James Madison +15.0
💰 Implied Value --

College Football Lines - Factors and Insights

Troy

Late-game offensive explosion

Troy scored 21 unanswered points in the fourth quarter to turn a close game into a comfortable win. Quarterback Goose Crowder accounted for three touchdowns (two passing, one rushing) in the final period, showing the offense can finish strong when needed.

Dominant rushing attack

The Trojans rushed for 272 yards, led by Tae Meadows' 186 yards and a touchdown. This ground game control wore down Nicholls and set up the late scoring surge, providing a reliable offensive foundation.

Defensive pressure and third-down success

Troy's defense recorded four sacks and eight tackles for loss, holding Nicholls to just 249 total yards and 4-of-11 on third-down conversions. This disruptive performance limited the Colonels' opportunities and kept the game within reach until the offense ignited.

Crowder's dual-threat capability

Goose Crowder accounted for four total touchdowns (three passing, one rushing) and showed he can impact the game both through the air and on the ground. His late-game execution will be a key asset moving forward.

Slow start needs addressing

Despite the strong finish, Troy trailed for much of the game and didn't take its first lead until the fourth quarter. The team will need to start faster against stronger opponents to avoid playing from behind.