James Madison Dukes vs. UL Monroe Warhawks Prediction, Oct 5, 2024 College football tips, best bets and odds

Game: James Madison Dukes vs UL Monroe Warhawks

Date: Saturday, October 5, 2024

Location: Malone Stadium in Monroe, LA

TV: ESPNU

Odds/point distribution: Warhawks (+16.5)

Total/Over-Under: 49

The UL Monroe Warhawks (3-1) will face the James Madison Dukes (4-0) on Saturday, October 5, 2024 at Malone Stadium. UL Monroe opens this match with 16.5 points. The over/under is 49.

The James Madison Dukes take the field holding a 4-0 record on the year. In their last match, the Dukes took on the Ball State Cardinals and claimed victory with a final score of 63-7. In the running game, the Dukes gave up 77 yards on 33 attempts, an average of 2.3 yards per run allowed. James Madison surrendered 23 pass completions on 38 attempts for 173 yards, a completion rate of 60.5%. After the final whistle, they completed 63 plays for 506 yards. The James Madison Dukes ended up running the ball 34 times for 220 yards, an average of 6.5 yards per tote.

When it comes to getting to the end zone, the James Madison Dukes average 44.0 points per game. As a unit, they average 196.8 yards on the ground, which is 30th in Division 1. The Dukes have accumulated 1,815 total yards this campaign. When it comes to scoring touchdowns, James Madison has compiled 12 passing touchdowns and 8 rushing touchdowns. Offensively, James Madison recorded 84 1st downs and committed 25 penalties for 226 yards. They gave the ball to the opponent three times.

The Dukes rank 33rd nationally in team defense, allowing 17.5 points per game. They allow 3.5 yards per rush on the ground and 114.5 rushing yards per game on the year. Over the course of this year, they have given up 458 rushing yards in four games. In terms of passing distance, the Dukes conceded 1,001 yards, which ranks them 75th nationally. They have given up 250.3 passing yards per game in addition to giving up a 55.8% completion rate. During the year, they allowed 364.8 yards per outing, ranking 80th in Division 1. They scored 5 touchdowns through the air and 3 touchdowns with the ball.

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The Warhawks enter the field with a record of 3-1 on the season. The last time they took the field, the Warhawks defeated the Troy Trojans 13-9 in the final. UL Monroe received 45 attempts on the ground for 189 yards (4.2 yards per rush). The Warhawks' pass defense posted a 58.3% completion rate and lost 71 yards on 7 of 12 through the air. The Warhawks finished the game with 247 yards rushing on 49 plays (5.0 yards per play). UL Monroe ran for 2.9 yards per attempt and totaled 112 yards on 38 carries.

In terms of their ability to score, the Warhawks rank 114th in Division 1 with 19.5 points per game. The UL Monroe Warhawks average 247.5 yards per game, ranking 129th in college football. UL Monroe's offense has committed 212 yards in penalties on 33 infractions, ranking 43rd in college football in giving up free yards. They threw 3 picks while allowing 0 fumbles to opponents, and they recorded 55 first downs. So far this campaign, the Warhawks have accumulated 408 yards through the air and averaged 102.0 yards per game, which ranks them 132nd nationally. They average 145.5 yards per game and have rushed for 582 total yards.

The Warhawks are allowing 20.0 PPG, which ranks them 43rd in college football. UL Monroe has allowed a total of 579 rushing yards (144.8 yards per game) and 6 touchdowns during the ground game this year. This year they gave up a total of 80 points. They have conceded 3 touchdowns from the passing game, in addition to 180.8 yards per game, which ranks them 38th in Division 1. The Warhawks defense has appeared in 258 games, ranking them 33rd in Division 1. Their defense has 3 fumbles and 4 interceptions for the year.

Who will win the Dukes/Warhawks college football game against the spread tonight?

Tony's pick: Take the Warhawks +16.5

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