The No. 19 James Madison Dukes (11-1) and Troy Trojans (8-4) will battle in the Sun Belt Championship Game on Friday, December 5, 2025.

The Dukes are expected to come out on top by at least two touchdowns (currently -23.5) versus the Trojans. The over/under for this game is 46.5 points.

Below you’ll find our betting primer for this this game between the Dukes and the Trojans, and find all of our expert predictions here, too!

James Madison vs. Troy betting lines

• Spread favorite: Dukes (-23.5)
• Moneyline: Dukes (-2632), Trojans (+1210)
• Total: 46.5 points
• TV Channel: ESPN
• Live Stream: Fubo

James Madison vs. Troy betting info and stats

James Madison is 8-4-0 against the spread in 12 opportunities so far this season. In two games played when favored by at least 23.5 points, James Madison is undefeated ATS at 2-0. James Madison has been the moneyline favorite in 11 games this season, and it has put together an 11-0 record in those contests. Troy has won eight games against the spread so far this season (8-4-0). When Troy is an underdog by 23.5 points or more, it has posted a record of 1-0 ATS. Troy is 4-3 in games it has been an underdog on the moneyline.

James Madison vs. Troy recent stats and trends

James Madison Dukes

• James Madison is 2-1 against the spread over its past three games, and has a 3-0 straight-up record in those contests.
• James Madison and its opponents have hit the over in two of those games.
• The past three James Madison games averaged 4.3 more points (50.8) than this matchup’s point total.

Troy Trojans

• Troy is 2-1 against the spread and 3-0 overall in its past three contests.
• Troy and its opponents did not hit the over in any of those games.
• The past three Troy games averaged 5.3 more points (51.8) than this matchup’s over/under.

James Madison vs. Troy key players

James Madison Dukes

• Alonza Barnett III leads James Madison with 2,440 yards (203.3 ypg) on 183-of-297 passing with 20 touchdowns and seven interceptions this season. He also has 459 rushing yards on 103 carries while scoring 13 touchdowns on the ground.
• The team’s top rusher, Wayne Knight, has carried the ball 169 times for 1,051 yards (87.6 per game) and eight touchdowns. He’s proven to be a dual threat, racking up 368 receiving yards on 35 catches with one touchdown through the air.
• Landon Ellis’ team-leading 532 yards as a receiver have come on 32 catches (out of 49 targets) with five touchdowns.
• Nick DeGennaro has caught 21 passes for 386 yards (32.2 yards per game) and four touchdowns this year.
• Aiden Gobaira paces the team with 4.0 sacks, and also has 7.0 TFL and 20 tackles.
• James Madison’s top-tackler, Trent Hendrick, has 39 tackles, 4.0 TFL, and three sacks this year.
• Justin Eaglin has picked off a team-high four passes. He also has 13 tackles and four passes defended to his name.

Troy Trojans

• Tucker Kilcrease has compiled 1,414 yards on 60.3% passing while recording nine touchdown passes with four interceptions this season. He’s also rushed for 131 yards with five scores.
• Tae Meadows has carried the ball 152 times for 685 yards, with five touchdowns.
• Jordan Lovett has rushed for 311 yards on 79 carries with two touchdowns.
• Rara Thomas has racked up 495 receiving yards on 31 receptions to pace his squad so far this season while scoring five touchdowns as a receiver.
• Tray Taylor has put up a 478-yard season so far with three touchdowns. He’s caught 28 passes on 40 targets.
• DJ Epps’ 63 targets have resulted in 40 catches for 430 yards and five touchdowns.
• Donnie Smith has racked up 9.0 sacks to lead the team, while also picking up 8.0 TFL and 36 tackles.
• Jordan Stringer is the team’s top-tackler this year. He’s racked up 98 tackles, 9.0 TFL, and two sacks.
• Justin Powe has a team-high two interceptions to go along with 50 tackles, 1.0 TFL, and two passes defended.