The Dukes will play the Thundering Herd on Thursday, October 19th, 2023. The matchup takes place at Joan C. Edwards Stadium. Watch this exciting Week 8 matchup at 7:00 pm EDT. Check local listings for coverage on ESPN.
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Table of Contents
- Matchup Stats
- Paddy O'Parlay
- Best Odds
- Interactive Odds Example
- Prop Bets
- Recent Meetings
- Team Standings
- Futures Odds
- Team Pages
- Team Schedules & Results
- Other Games Today
Key Matchup Stats
We're now well into the 2023 college football season. Week 8 action features a matchup between James Madison and Marshall taking place at Joan C. Edwards Stadium. The following are some key season stats to help you size up this game.
- SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - James Madison has a 100.00 conference power ranking for the 2023 season. The conference power ranking for Marshall is 96.67.
- Away James Madison - Heading into Week 8, James Madison currently has a 3-0 record as an away team for the 2023 regular season. This ranks them 1st in the Sun Belt Conference for away team wins. Watch this stat carefully as the season progresses.
- Home Marshall - Marshall has a 3-0 record as a home team. Looking ahead to this 2023 Week 8 matchup, they rank 1st in the Sun Belt Conference for home team wins. Like the James Madison away record and ranking, you should continually keep tabs on this stat.
- Points Scored - For the 2023 season, James Madison ranks 1st (207) in the Sun Belt Conference, with Marshall currently ranking 5th (182) for points scored in the Sun Belt Conference.
- Points Against - Also in 2023, James Madison stands 6th (126) in the Sun Belt Conference for points scored by opponents in 2023. Marshall sits at 2nd (171) in the Sun Belt Conference for points against in the 2023 season so far.
- Team Records - James Madison has a 6-0 overall record for the 2023 regular season, with Marshall currently 4-2 for the 2023 NCAAF regular season.
Paddy O'Parlay
The "Sports Network" talking heads have nothing on my Irish arse!
Get ready for a wild ride as James Madison faces Marshall at Joan C. Edwards Stadium... This Week 8 matchup is sure to bring the heat and keep fans on edge... According to the SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings, James Madison holds a perfect 100.00 score... While Marshall trails closely behind with a solid 96.67 ranking... With a 6-0 standing, James Madison is determined to maintain their winning streak... While Marshall, at 4-2, aims to close the gap and secure a victory...
Expect fireworks on the field as these two powerhouse teams clash... The atmosphere at Joan C. Edwards Stadium will be electric, so don't miss out!... Want to bet this game at BetWay, BetRivers, or BetMGM? You won't want to pass on this opportunity... Be sure to review this game's prop bets and compare the odds below... It's anyone's game, and the odds are sure to reflect the intense competition...
Both teams boast skilled players and impressive strategies, making this matchup unpredictable... With James Madison's unstoppable momentum and Marshall's determination to defend their turf... This game is bound to keep fans at the edge of their seats... So mark your calendars for Thursday, October 19th, 2023, and get ready for an unforgettable showdown... Whether you're cheering for James Madison or Marshall, this game promises excitement and high stakes...
Best Dukes at Thundering Herd Odds
| Underdog Marshall | Favorite James Madison |
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| Over | Under |
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| Underdog Marshall | Favorite James Madison |
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Matchup Odds FAQs
James Madison is a -4.5 -110 point spread favorite at BetMGM, while Marshall is a +4.5 -110 point spread underdog at BetMGM.
The best over line is 49.5 -105 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $105 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 49.5 -115 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $115 to win $100 betting the under.
James Madison is a -200 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and Marshall is a +165 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.
College Football Odds Example
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James Madison
Marshall
10/19/23 7:00pm EDT | -4.5 -110+4.5 -110 |
Underdog Marshall - Marshall bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.
A +4.5 Marshall underdog bet wins if they lose by 4 or fewer, tie, or win outright. Your bet loses if they lose by 5 or more.
Favorite James Madison - James Madison bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.
A -4.5 James Madison favorite bet wins if they win by 5 or more. Your bet loses if they win by 4 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.
James Madison at Marshall Prop Bets
Important Note: Some states expressly forbid individual college athlete prop bets. The following wagers may not be available depending on your particular state laws.
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James Madison
Marshall
First Team To Score
10/19/23 7:00pm EDT | -135+105Bet |
James Madison
Marshall
No Touchdown
To Score 1st Touchdown
10/19/23 7:00pm EDT | -150+105+10000Bet |
James Madison
Marshall
Game to Overtime
10/19/23 7:00pm EDT | Yes +900No -5000Bet |
James Madison
Marshall
Both Teams Score 10+
10/19/23 7:00pm EDT | Yes -1000No +550Bet |
| BetMGM | |
James Madison
Marshall
Both Teams Score 20+
10/19/23 7:00pm EDT | Yes +100No -125Bet |
James Madison
Marshall
Both Teams Score 30+
10/19/23 7:00pm EDT | Yes +650No -1200Bet |
Recent Meetings Since 2019
| Week | Game | Result | Margin |
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| 2024 Week 14 | Marshall vs James Madison Saturday, November 30th, 2024 | MRSH 35, JMU 33 (2OT) Bridgeforth Stadium | Marshall by 2 |
| 2023 Week 8 | James Madison vs Marshall Thursday, October 19th, 2023 | JMU 20, MRSH 9 Joan C. Edwards Stadium | James Madison by 11 |
| 2022 Week 8 | Marshall vs James Madison Saturday, October 22nd, 2022 | MRSH 26, JMU 12 Bridgeforth Stadium/Zane Showker Field | Marshall by 14 |
Team Standings
| Team | Conf | Conf% | W | L | PF | PA | Home | Away | Strk |
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| James Madison | 7-1 | 0.875 | 11 | 2 | 443 | 253 | 5-1 | 6-0 | L1 |
| Marshall | 3-5 | 0.375 | 6 | 7 | 296 | 373 | 5-1 | 1-5 | L1 |
James Madison & Marshall Futures Odds
Latest NCAA Championship odds, if available, for each team. Review odds for other teams and learn the best College Football bets.
James Madison Championship OddsNo NCAA College Football Championship TM James Madison YR: futures available
Marshall Championship OddsNo NCAA College Football Championship TM Marshall YR: futures available
James Madison & Marshall Team Pages
Review each team's season schedule and results, season win total odds, futures odds, betting bonuses and other valuable information on our exclusive team betting odds pages. Team betting odds and stats update throughout the season:
Team Schedules & Results
| Week | Matchup | Date & Result |
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| Week 1 | Bucknell vs James Madison | JMU 38, BUCK 3 Saturday, September 2nd, 2023 |
| Week 2 | James Madison vs Virginia | JMU 36, UVA 35 Saturday, September 9th, 2023 |
| Week 3 | James Madison vs Troy | JMU 16, TROY 14 Saturday, September 16th, 2023 |
| Week 4 | James Madison vs Utah State | JMU 45, USU 38 Saturday, September 23rd, 2023 |
| Week 5 | South Alabama vs James Madison | JMU 31, USA 23 Saturday, September 30th, 2023 |
| Week 7 | Georgia Southern vs James Madison | JMU 41, GASO 13 Saturday, October 14th, 2023 |
| Week 8 | James Madison vs Marshall | JMU 20, MRSH 9 Thursday, October 19th, 2023 |
| Week 9 | Old Dominion vs James Madison | JMU 30, ODU 27 Saturday, October 28th, 2023 |
| Week 10 | James Madison vs Georgia State | JMU 42, GAST 14 Saturday, November 4th, 2023 |
| Week 11 | UConn vs James Madison | JMU 44, CONN 6 Saturday, November 11th, 2023 |
| Week 12 | Appalachian State vs James Madison | APP 26, JMU 23 (OT) Saturday, November 18th, 2023 |
| Week 13 | James Madison vs Coastal Carolina | JMU 56, CCU 14 Saturday, November 25th, 2023 |
| Bowls | James Madison vs Air Force Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl | AFA 31, JMU 21 Saturday, December 23rd, 2023 |
| Week | Matchup | Date & Result |
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| Week 1 | Albany vs Marshall | MRSH 21, ALB 17 Saturday, September 2nd, 2023 |
| Week 2 | Marshall vs East Carolina | MRSH 31, ECU 13 Saturday, September 9th, 2023 |
| Week 4 | Virginia Tech vs Marshall | MRSH 24, VT 17 Saturday, September 23rd, 2023 |
| Week 5 | Old Dominion vs Marshall | MRSH 41, ODU 35 Saturday, September 30th, 2023 |
| Week 6 | Marshall vs NC State | NCSU 48, MRSH 41 Saturday, October 7th, 2023 |
| Week 7 | Marshall vs Georgia State | GAST 41, MRSH 24 Saturday, October 14th, 2023 |
| Week 8 | James Madison vs Marshall | JMU 20, MRSH 9 Thursday, October 19th, 2023 |
| Week 9 | Marshall vs Coastal Carolina | CCU 34, MRSH 6 Saturday, October 28th, 2023 |
| Week 10 | Marshall vs Appalachian State | APP 31, MRSH 9 Saturday, November 4th, 2023 |
| Week 11 | Georgia Southern vs Marshall | MRSH 38, GASO 33 Saturday, November 11th, 2023 |
| Week 12 | Marshall vs South Alabama | USA 28, MRSH 0 Saturday, November 18th, 2023 |
| Week 13 | Arkansas State vs Marshall | MRSH 35, ARST 21 Saturday, November 25th, 2023 |
| Bowls | UTSA vs Marshall Scooter's Coffee Frisco Bowl | UTSA 35, MRSH 17 Tuesday, December 19th, 2023 |
How to Bet on the Game
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How to Bet on the James Madison vs Marshall College Football Game
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Open a new sports betting account before game time.
Review our list of sports betting sites. Open a new account before the game starts on Thursday, October 19th, 2023 at 7:00 pm EDT, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.
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Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.
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Tap to the sportsbook's College Football page, look for the James Madison vs Marshall Game.
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Choose your bet and place a wager.
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