The James Madison Dukes (1-0) square off against the Virginia Cavaliers (0-1) on Saturday, September 9, 2023 at Scott Stadium. The Dukes are listed as favorites in this one, with the spread sitting at 6 points. The over/under for the outing is 40 points.
James Madison vs. Virginia Odds
| Favorite | Spread | Favorite Spread Odds | Underdog Spread Odds | Total | Over Total Odds | Under Total Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| James Madison | -6 | -112 | -108 | 40 | -108 | -112 |
Computer Pick
| ATS | Total | Score prediction |
|---|---|---|
| James Madison (-6) | Over (40) | James Madison 30 Virginia 18 |
Predictions are calculated by a data-driven algorithm (raw power score) that ranks head-to-head matchup results within a closed network of games. Prediction confidence is determined by the delta between each team’s raw power score.
Team Stat Comparison
| James Madison | Virginia | |
|---|---|---|
| Off. Points per Game (Rank) | 38.0 (50) | 13.0 (115) |
| Def. Points per Game (Rank) | 3.0 (6) | 49.0 (117) |
| Turnovers Allowed (Rank) | 1 (40) | 1 (40) |
| Turnovers Forced (Rank) | 1 (49) | 0 (95) |
James Madison vs. Virginia Betting Insights
James Madison Stats and Trends
- James Madison has not won against the spread this season in one chances.
- The Dukes have not covered the spread this season (0-1 ATS) when playing as at least 6-point favorites.
- The average point total in JMU’s contests this year is 53.0, 13.0 more points than this game’s over/under.
Virginia Stats and Trends
- Virginia has put together a 0-1-0 record against the spread this year.
- The Cavaliers have been an underdog by 6 points or more this season once, and failed to cover the spread.
- So far this year, each Virginia game has gone over the point total.
- UVA has a 55.5-point average over/under in their contests this season, 15.5 more points than this game’s point total.
James Madison Players to Watch
- Jordan McCloud has thrown for 144 yards while connecting on 63.6% of his passes (7-for-11), with two touchdowns and zero interceptions (144.0 yards per game).
- Kaelon Black has run for a team-best 125 yards (125.0 per game) and zero touchdowns.
- Latrele Palmer has rushed for 45 yards (45.0 per game), with one touchdown on the ground.
- Reggie Brown has hauled in three catches for 77 yards, best on his team, and one touchdown. He has been targeted zero times, and averages 77.0 receiving yards per game.
- Elijah Sarratt has also chipped in with two receptions (on zero targets) for 29 yards.
- Maxwell Moss is averaging 23.0 yards per game, with two catches for 23 yards and one touchdown.
- This season Taurus Jones leads the team with one sack and has added two TFL.
- Que Reid has totaled five tackles to lead the team in tackles so far.
Virginia Players to Watch
- Joe Milton has 201 passing yards (201.0 per game) and a 70% completion percentage, throwing two touchdown passes and zero interceptions. He also has 33 rushing yards on nine carries (with two touchdowns), averaging 33.0 yards per game.
- Jaylen Wright has picked up a team-high 115 rushing yards (115.0 per game).
- So far this year Jabari Small has rushed for 67 yards on 13 carries (67.0 yards per game).
- This season Ramel Keyton has three catches for a team-high 66 yards (66.0 per game).
- Squirrel White has chipped in with six catches for 45 yards this season. He has been targeted zero times, and averages 45.0 receiving yards.
- Bru McCoy has caught two passes on zero targets for 21 yards, averaging 21.0 yards per game.
- James Pearce Jr. has two sacks to lead the team, and has also collected two TFL and three tackles.
- Over the current campaign, Elijah Herring has racked up four tackles and leads the team in tackles.
