Georgia Southern vs James Madison Prediction 9/27/2025 Today’s College Football Picks

In this article we will formulate a Georgia Southern vs James Madison prediction for this College Football game on Saturday, September 27th at Bridgeforth Stadium in Harrisonburg, Virginia. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this week 5 matchup. 

Georgia Southern Eagles Betting Preview

The Georgia Southern Eagles are 2-2 (0-0) this year after they defeated Maine by a score of 45-17 last time out. Georgia Southern was tied at seven after the first quarter and they led 17-14 at halftime, before scoring 28 points in the second half for the big win. The Eagles out gained Maine by a total of 516-248, went 9-15 on third downs, and tied the turnover battle at two in the game. JC French IV went 19-31 for 253 yards, one touchdown, and one interception, while OJ Arnold rushed 13 times for 85 yards and one score. Camden Brown caught six passes for 118 yards and one touchdown in the win. The Georgia Southern defense recorded three sacks and seven tackles for loss in the game. 

Georgia Southern opened the season with two losses against Fresno State and USC by scores of 42-14 and 59-20, but did win their third game against Jacksonville State by a score of 41-34. The Eagles are averaging 30.0 points per game with 223.5 passing yards and 162.8 rushing yards per game, while they are allowing 38.0 points against per game this season. JC French IV has completed 60.2% of his passes for 781 yards, six touchdowns, and three interceptions, while Camden Brown has caught 15 passes for 281 yards and five scores. OJ Arnold is the leading rusher for the Eagles with 299 yards and three touchdowns on 46 carries this year. 

James Madison Dukes Betting Preview

The James Madison Dukes are 2-1 (0-0) this season after they defeated Liberty by a score of 31-13 in their last game. James Madison was tied at three after the first quarter, tied at 10 at the half, and trailed 13-10 in the third, but scored the last 21 points to escape with the win. The Dukes out gained Liberty by a total of 440-233, went 6-10 on third downs, and lost the turnover battle by a margin of 1-0 in the game. Alonza Barnett III went 17-25 for 213 yards, one touchdown, and one interception, while Wayne Knight rushed 17 times for 89 yards and one score. Jaylan Sanchez led the receivers with four catches for 51 yards in the game. The JMU defense recorded three sacks and five tackles for loss in the victory. 

James Madison opened the season with a 45-10 win over Weber State, but lost their second game by a score of 28-14 against Louisville. The Dukes are averaging 30.0 points per game with 165.0 passing yards and 222.0 rushing yards per game, while they are allowing 17.0 points against per game this season. Alonza Barnett III has completed 63.9% of his passes for 445 yards, three touchdowns, and one interception, while Landon Ellis has caught eight passes for 115 yards and two scores. Wayne Knight has led the JMU rushing attack with 190 yards and two touchdowns on 29 carries this season. 

Why James Madison will beat Georgia Southern 

James Madison has won 12 of its last 13 September games against non-AP-ranked teams.
Georgia Southern has lost three of its last four games against teams from Virginia.
James Madison has covered the spread in seven of its last eight September games against non-AP-ranked teams.
Georgia Southern has failed to cover the spread in four of its last five September games as a road underdog.

Total Points Facts

Each of Georgia Southern’s last five games against non-AP-ranked teams have gone OVER the total points line.
Each of James Madison’s last four games against non-AP-ranked teams have gone UNDER the total points line.

Matchup/League Facts

James Madison ranks 6th among FBS teams for yards allowed per game this season (215.0).
James Madison ranks 11th among FBS teams for time of possession per game this season (34:14).
Georgia Southern ranks T132nd among FBS teams for Q1 opponent points per game this season (13.0).
Georgia Southern ranks 130th among FBS teams for yards allowed per game this season (481.0).

Georgia Southern vs James Madison Prediction 

James Madison comes into this matchup after a nice win over Liberty and their only loss of the season was a hard fought battle against Louisville. Georgia Southern has scored 45 and 41 points in their last two games, but they were dominated by Fresno State and USC to start the season. I do think we will see the James Madison offense explode, especially at home, but I think the Dukes defense is going to be the main difference. Take James Madison to cover here. 

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