James Madison Dukes

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James Madison Dukes is 12-1 on the season, 8-3-2 against the spread, and holds a power rating of +12.9. James Madison Dukes is covering the spread at 73% this season (8-3-2), well above the FBS average of 50%; they have also qualified for the postseason this season.

Conference: Sun Belt Conference
Stadium: Bridgeforth Stadium, Harrisonburg, VA
Power Rating: +12.9
HFA Rating:3.3 pts
Record: 12-1
ATS: 8-3-2
O/U: 5-5-3

2025 Schedule & Results

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2025 Season Travel Profile

3,684 miles — ranked 114th heaviest in FBS (234 teams)
Week Opponent Distance Cumulative
Week 0Home (0 mi)0 mi
Week 1Weber StateHome (0 mi)0 mi
Week 2Louisville374 mi374 mi
Week 3Bye
Week 4Liberty76 mi451 mi
Week 5Georgia SouthernHome (0 mi)451 mi
Week 6Georgia State447 mi898 mi
Week 7LouisianaHome (0 mi)898 mi
Week 8Old DominionHome (0 mi)898 mi
Week 9Bye
Week 10Texas State1,237 mi2,135 mi
Week 11Marshall193 mi2,327 mi
Week 12App StateHome (0 mi)2,327 mi
Week 13Washington StateHome (0 mi)2,327 mi
Week 14Coastal Carolina320 mi2,648 mi
Week 15TroyHome (0 mi)2,648 mi

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Dominant Offensive Performance

James Madison amassed 525 total yards, including 286 rushing yards, with Alonza Barnett III throwing three touchdown passes and Jobi Malary rushing for 154 yards and a score. This balanced attack overwhelmed Coastal Carolina.

Stifling Defense

The Dukes held Coastal Carolina to minus-5 rushing yards and only 170 total yards, forcing a fourth-quarter interception returned for a touchdown. This defensive dominance was key to the 59-10 rout.

Perfect Sun Belt Regular Season

James Madison completed an 8-0 conference record and 11-1 overall, winning their 10th straight game. This sets them up as the top seed for the Sun Belt title game.

Momentum and Confidence

The team's 10-game winning streak and dominant performance against a conference rival build strong momentum heading into the championship game against Troy.

Home Field Advantage in Title Game

James Madison will host Troy in the Sun Belt title game on Friday night, giving them the advantage of playing in front of their home crowd at Bridgeforth Stadium.

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Schedule & Results

James Madison Dukes — 12-1 overall, 8-3-2 ATS, power rating +12.9.