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The Marshall Thundering Herd (4-4) visit Bridgeforth Stadium and Zane Showker Field to take on the James Madison Dukes (5-2) on Oct. 22. Kickoff is scheduled for 1:00pm EDT in Harrisonburg.
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The Over/Under for Marshall vs. James Madison is total points.
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Marshall vs. James Madison Odds, Spread, Over/Under for Week 8
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Marshall vs James Madison Prediction for Week 8
Based on recent trends, the winning team model predicts James Madison will win this game with 68.6% confidence.
Marshall vs James Madison Spread Prediction for Week 8
Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts Marshall will cover the spread with 51.8% confidence.
Both predictions factor in up-to-date player injuries for both Marshall and James Madison, plus offensive & defensive matchups, recent games and key player performances this season.
Best Marshall Player Prop Bets Today
We’ve highlighted some favorite college football player prop bets for Marshall players for Week 8, looking at profitable historical betting trends:
Marshall Best Bets & Trends for ATS, Moneyline & Totals
Marshall Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Marshall has gone against the spread this college football season ( Units / ROI).
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James Madison Against the Spread (ATS) Record
James Madison has gone against the spread this college football season ( Units / ROI).
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Matchup Notes for Marshall vs. James Madison
James Madison’s RBs has gained 354 yards on 29 receptions (12.2 YPR) since the 2021 season — fifth-best among FBS RBs. Marshall’s defense has allowed just 6.0 Yards Per Reception to RBs since the 2021 season — fifth-best among FBS defenses.
Marshall’s RBs has 2 rushing touchdowns per game since the 2021 season — second-best among FBS RBs. James Madison’s defense has allowed just 0.1 rushing touchdowns per game since the 2021 season — best among NonP5 defenses.
Marshall’s RBs has 2 rushing touchdowns per game since the 2021 season — second-best among FBS RBs. James Madison’s defense has allowed just 0.1 rushing touchdowns per game since the 2021 season — tied for best among FBS defenses.
Marshall Offensive Stats & Trends
Marshall Skill Players have averaged a touchdown every 3.8 receptions (42 Rec/11 TDs) in the Red Zone since last season– tied for 3rd worst Receptions Per TD among FBS Teams; Average: 2.1
Marshall Skill Players have fumbled 4 times in the Red Zone since last season– tied for 3rd most among FBS Teams
Marshall RBs have fumbled 4 times in the Red Zone since last season– tied for most among FBS Teams
Marshall RBs have averaged 8.7 Yards per Carry (227 yards/26 carries) in close and late situations this season– tied for 3rd best among FBS Teams; Average: 4.9
Marshall RBs have rushed for 42 TDs since last season– 2nd most among FBS Teams
James Madison Offensive Stats & Trends
#25 James Madison WRs have averaged 25.5 yards per reception (280 yards/11 catches) in the 4th quarter since last season– best among FBS Teams; Average: 13.4
#25 James Madison WRs have averaged 18.5 yards per reception (833 yards/45 catches) since last season– 2nd best among FBS Teams; Average: 13.4
#25 James Madison Skill Players have averaged 22.6 yards per reception (361 yards/16 catches) in the 4th quarter since last season– best among FBS Teams; Average: 12.1
#25 James Madison have completed passes for 20+ yards on 21 of their 110 total passing attempts (19%) since last season– 3rd best among FBS Offenses; Average: 11%
#25 James Madison Skill Players have been targeted 105 times since last season– fewest among FBS Teams
Marshall Thundering Herd Defensive Stats & Trends
Marshall has forced one fumble on 148 carries this season– 5th worst in FBS; Average: 39.5
Marshall has allowed 71.0 yards from scrimmage per game to RBs this season– best among Non-Power 5 Teams; Average: 151.8
Marshall has forced one fumble on 148 carries this season– 2nd worst among Non-Power 5 Teams; Average: 39.0
Marshall’s opponents has attempted two-point conversions on 20% of PATs this season– tied for 3rd highest among Non-Power 5 Teams; Average: 5%
Marshall has allowed a Completion Pct of just 45% (39 completions/87 attempts) on 3rd and long since last season– tied for 4th best among Non-Power 5 Teams; Average: 54%
James Madison Dukes Defensive Stats & Trends
#25 James Madison has tackled opponents for a loss on 21 of 76 rushing attempts (28% TFL%) since last season– best in FBS; Average: 16%.
#25 James Madison has tackled opponents for a loss on 3 of 9 rushing attempts (33% TFL%) in the Red Zone since last season– best in FBS; Average: 15%.
#25 James Madison has allowed 88.7 receiving yards per game (266/3) to RBs since last season– worst in FBS; Average: 26.8
#25 James Madison has allowed one rushing TD on 76 carries since last season– best among Non-Power 5 Teams; Average: 22.4
#25 James Madison has allowed passes of 20+ yards on 5 of 19 attempts (26%) on 3rd and long since last season– best in FBS; Average: 10%
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