James Madison Dukes (JMU)
American Football NCAAF S.B. Ballard Stadium Sat 26 Sep 18:00
Old Dominion Monarchs
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College Football Betting Preview: James Madison vs Old Dominion

James Madison face Old Dominion at S.B. Ballard Stadium, with kickoff scheduled for 18:00 on Saturday, September 26.

High-Scoring Matchup Anticipated

We’ve got a strong opinion when Old Dominion go up against James Madison. Our prediction is that there will be Over 44.5 points and that is available at -110 on the totals.

63-27 Win for JMU in Pair’s Previous Clash

James Madison Dukes have won their previous three games. A 26-13 triumph recently occurred on the road at Snapdragon Stadium when playing San Diego State Aztecs.

Old Dominion Monarchs have lost back-to-back games, most recently suffering a 20-17 home defeat to East Carolina Pirates at S.B. Ballard Stadium.

Head-to-Head Statistics

James Madison beat Old Dominion when the teams last met. It was a 63-27 scoreline at Bridgeforth Stadium. In the past 4 meetings between these teams, James Madison have won all of them.

James Madison vs Old Dominion Prediction & Picks

Our James Madison vs Old Dominion betting guide delivers expert insight, including a main match pick, our correct score angle and bet builder recommendations. Dive into each section below for more.

Game Prediction

Let’s go for Over 44.5 when these college football teams lock horns. We think the line is too generous and we’re expecting the final total to be higher at -110.

Our team of college football handicappers track current injuries closely. Combined with recent form, this helps us identify the best value odds. A data-led approach backed by key stats and the latest team news keeps our analysis sharp.

Key James Madison vs Old Dominion stats:

  • The 44.5 line has been covered in 4 of the last 5 James Madison games on the road.
  • The 44.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 James Madison games.
  • The 44.5 line has been covered in 12 of the last 20 Old Dominion games.
  • The 44.5 line has been covered in the last 3 games between these teams.

Over 44.5 Probability

The top sportsbooks are estimating that there is a 52.4% likelihood of this pick winning. After careful examination, our analysts calculate this probability to be somewhere between 55-60%. It's therefore regarded as a value wager.

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Our Game Prediction
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Same Game Parlay Picks

Totals Over 44.5
Spread James Madison -5.5
Highest Scoring Half First Half

Our same game parlay pick is Over 44.5, James Madison -5.5 on the spread and the First Half to have the most points.

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Correct Score Prediction

James Madison James Madison logo 28 - 20 Old Dominion logo Old Dominion

Should you wish to go for a speculative bet, try the Dukes to triumph 28-20 on the correct score lines. This should be a fun wager which could potentially yield a huge return.

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James Madison vs Old Dominion Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

JMU Made Favorites by the Books

James Madison are -227 favorites and that means a 69% chance of winning this college game according to the Moneyline betting odds with the sportsbooks. If you’re looking for an alternative angle, Old Dominion are trading at +184.

The current spread is 5.5 and total points is 44.5. There is no denying the popularity of wagering on the Totals. If you fancy Over 44.5, this outcome can be backed at -110. 

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Player Props & Micro Betting

Should you be more interested in a specific individual who is competing, check out the gambling sites’ prop bets where you can pick out player and quarterback lines that focus on performance rather than the game result.

Micro betting provides a rollercoaster ride for college football bettors. It can be great to enjoy the live lines, with the opportunity to wager on the Next Scoring Play. Watch the live action before deciding which way to go.

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Old Dominion Record Shows Seven Wins in Last Ten at Home

Old Dominion own a 7-3 mark in their past 10 home games, scoring 32.10 points per contest and conceding 15.80.

James Madison own a 7-3 mark in their past 10 games away from home, scoring 32.00 points per contest and conceding 23.10.

James Madison defeated Old Dominion 35-32 in their last meeting at S.B. Ballard Stadium.

Last 10 Games W-L P PF PA O44.5 U44.5
Old Dominion logo Old Dominion Home Stats 7-3 47.90 32.10 15.80 5 5
James Madison logo James Madison Away Stats 7-3 55.10 32.00 23.10 6 4
  • W-L = Wins-Losses
  • P = Avg. Points
  • PF = Avg. Points For
  • PA = Avg. Points Against
  • O44.5 = Games Over 44.5 Points
  • U44.5 = Games Under 44.5 Points
Last 5 & H2H
Team Stats

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

James Madison Dukes logo James Madison Dukes Stats
Old Dominion Monarchs logo Old Dominion Monarchs Stats
Moneyline
  • 9 wins and 1 defeat in the last 10 games
  • 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
Moneyline
  • 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
  • 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 home games
Point Spread
Point Spread
Total Points
Total Points
NCAAF Standings Select Season
Sun Belt W L PF PA N. Pts Home Away Strk
Louisiana Tech 1 2 113 87 26 1-0 0-2 2L
Appalachian State 3 0 108 48 60 2-0 1-0 3W
James Madison 3 0 133 29 104 2-0 1-0 3W
Georgia State 2 1 120 71 49 1-0 1-1 1L
Marshall 2 1 58 95 -37 1-0 1-1 2W
Georgia Southern 1 2 65 53 12 1-0 0-2 2L
Old Dominion 1 2 69 74 -5 1-1 0-1 2L
Coastal Carolina 1 3 100 94 6 1-1 0-2 2L
Louisiana 2 1 89 70 19 2-0 0-1 1W
South Alabama 2 1 104 78 26 2-0 0-1 1W
Troy 2 1 75 65 10 2-0 0-1 1L
Arkansas State 1 2 83 80 3 1-0 0-2 1L
Southern Miss 1 2 77 94 -17 1-1 0-1 2L
UL Monroe 0 3 68 126 -58 0-1 0-2 3L

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