Old Dominion vs James Madison Football Odds

The Monarchs will play the Dukes on Saturday, October 18th, 2025. The matchup takes place at Bridgeforth Stadium. Watch this exciting Week 8 matchup at 3:30 pm EDT. Check local listings for coverage on ESPNU.

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Key Matchup Stats

We're now well into the 2025 college football season. Week 8 action features a matchup between Old Dominion and James Madison taking place at Bridgeforth Stadium. The following are some key season stats to help you size up this game.

  • SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - Old Dominion has a 98.67 conference power ranking for the 2025 season. The conference power ranking for James Madison is 99.67.
  • Away Old Dominion - Heading into Week 8, Old Dominion currently has a 1-2 record as an away team for the 2025 regular season. This ranks them 2nd in the Sun Belt Conference for away team wins. Watch this stat carefully as the season progresses.
  • Home James Madison - James Madison has a 3-0 record as a home team. Looking ahead to this 2025 Week 8 matchup, they rank 1st in the Sun Belt Conference for home team wins. Like the Old Dominion away record and ranking, you should continually keep tabs on this stat.
  • Points Scored - For the 2025 season, Old Dominion ranks 2nd (205) in the Sun Belt Conference, with James Madison currently ranking 4th (163) for points scored in the Sun Belt Conference.
  • Points Against - Also in 2025, Old Dominion stands 6th (121) in the Sun Belt Conference for points scored by opponents in 2025. James Madison sits at 7th (82) in the Sun Belt Conference for points against in the 2025 season so far.
  • Team Records - Old Dominion has a 4-2 overall record for the 2025 regular season, with James Madison currently 5-1 for the 2025 NCAAF regular season.

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Get ready for a wild showdown between Old Dominion and James Madison on Saturday!

The Week 8 game will be held at Bridgeforth Stadium, the home turf of James Madison.

With Old Dominion at 98.67 and James Madison at 99.67, it's sure to be a close match.

Old Dominion stands at 4-2 while James Madison is currently at 5-1.

Bet this game at BetRivers, or BetMGM and review this game's prop bets. Compare the odds below.

Best Monarchs at Dukes Odds


Best Point Spread Betting Odds
Underdog

Old Dominion
Favorite

James Madison
James Madison has a -2.5 -120 point spread at BetMGM OH. They are the point spread favorite in this matchup. Old Dominion has a +2.5 +100 point spread at BetMGM OH. Old Dominion is the point spread underdog. Review how to bet on a point spread with our text and video tutorials.

Best Total Betting Odds
OverUnder
BetMGM has the best over line of 47.5 points. Risk $115 to win $100. BetMGM has the best under line of 47.5 points. Risk $105 to win $100. Our tutorial explains more about total bets.

Best Moneyline Betting Odds
Underdog

Old Dominion
Favorite

James Madison
James Madison is the -150 moneyline favorite. Risk $150 to win $100 on James Madison at BetMGM. Old Dominion is the +125 underdog at BetMGM. Risk $100 to win $125 on Old Dominion. Learn more about how to bet on money lines.

Matchup Odds FAQs

What is the point spread for the Old Dominion vs James Madison College Football game on Saturday, October 18th, 2025?

James Madison is a -2.5 -120 point spread favorite at BetMGM, while Old Dominion is a +2.5 +100 point spread underdog at BetMGM.

What is the over-under total line for the Old Dominion vs James Madison College Football game on Saturday, October 18th, 2025?

The best over line is 47.5 -115 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $115 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 47.5 -105 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $105 to win $100 betting the under.

What is the moneyline for the Old Dominion vs James Madison College Football game on Saturday, October 18th, 2025?

James Madison is a -150 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and Old Dominion is a +125 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.

College Football Odds Example

College Football Odds and Outcomes Explained

Game
BetMGM Sports Betting BetMGM
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Old Dominion
James Madison
10/18/25 3:30pm EDT
+2.5 +100-2.5 -120
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Underdog Old Dominion - Old Dominion bettors risk $100 to win $100 at +100 odds.

A +2.5 Old Dominion underdog bet wins if they lose by 2 or fewer, tie, or win outright. Your bet loses if they lose by 3 or more.

Favorite James Madison - James Madison bettors risk $100 to win $83.33 at -120 odds.

A -2.5 James Madison favorite bet wins if they win by 3 or more. Your bet loses if they win by 2 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.

Old Dominion at James Madison Prop Bets

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College Football Prop Bets
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Old Dominion
James Madison
No Touchdown
To Score 1st Touchdown
10/18/25 3:30pm EDT
-102-140+10000Bet
Old Dominion
James Madison
Game to Overtime
10/18/25 3:30pm EDT
Yes +950No -5000Bet
Old Dominion
James Madison
Both Teams Score 10+
10/18/25 3:30pm EDT
Yes -800No +500Bet
Old Dominion
James Madison
Both Teams Score 20+
10/18/25 3:30pm EDT
Yes +100No -130Bet
BetMGM Sports Betting BetMGM
Old Dominion
James Madison
Both Teams Score 30+
10/18/25 3:30pm EDT
Yes +600No -1100Bet

Recent Meetings Since 2021

Recent Meetings Since 2021
WeekGameResultMargin
2025
Week 8
Old Dominion vs James Madison
Saturday, October 18th, 2025
JMU 63, ODU 27
Bridgeforth Stadium
James Madison by 36
2024
Week 12
James Madison vs Old Dominion
Saturday, November 16th, 2024
JMU 35, ODU 32
S.B. Ballard Stadium
James Madison by 3
2023
Week 9
Old Dominion vs James Madison
Saturday, October 28th, 2023
JMU 30, ODU 27
Bridgeforth Stadium/Zane Showker Field
James Madison by 3
2022
Week 11
James Madison vs Old Dominion
Saturday, November 12th, 2022
JMU 37, ODU 3
S.B. Ballard Stadium
James Madison by 34

Team Standings

2025-2026 College Football Regular Season Standings - Old Dominion, James Madison
Team Conf Conf% W L PF PA Home Away Strk
James Madison4-01.000612261094-02-1W5
Old Dominion2-20.500532562054-01-3W1

Old Dominion & James Madison Futures Odds

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Old Dominion Championship Odds

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James Madison Championship Odds
2025-26 James Madison NCAA College Football Championship Odds

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Old Dominion & James Madison Team Pages

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Team Schedules & Results


2025-26 Old Dominion Games & Results
WeekMatchupDate & Result
Week 1Old Dominion vs
Indiana
IU 27, ODU 14
Saturday, August 30th, 2025
Week 2North Carolina Central vs
Old Dominion
ODU 54, NCCU 6
Saturday, September 6th, 2025
Week 3Old Dominion vs
Virginia Tech
ODU 45, VT 26
Saturday, September 13th, 2025
Week 5Liberty vs
Old Dominion
ODU 21, LIB 7
Saturday, September 27th, 2025
Week 6Coastal Carolina vs
Old Dominion
ODU 47, CCU 7
Saturday, October 4th, 2025
Week 7Old Dominion vs
Marshall
MRSH 48, ODU 24
Saturday, October 11th, 2025
Week 8Old Dominion vs
James Madison
JMU 63, ODU 27
Saturday, October 18th, 2025
Week 9Appalachian State vs
Old Dominion
Saturday, October 25th, 2025
12:00 pm EDT
Week 10Old Dominion vs
Louisiana-Monroe
Saturday, November 1st, 2025
3:30 pm EDT
Week 12Troy vs
Old Dominion
Thursday, November 13th, 2025
7:30 pm EST
Week 13Old Dominion vs
Georgia Southern
Saturday, November 22nd, 2025
12:00 am EST
Week 14Georgia State vs
Old Dominion
Saturday, November 29th, 2025
12:00 am EST


2025-26 James Madison Games & Results
WeekMatchupDate & Result
Week 1Weber State vs
James Madison
JMU 45, WEB 10
Saturday, August 30th, 2025
Week 2James Madison vs
Louisville
LOU 28, JMU 14
Friday, September 5th, 2025
Week 4James Madison vs
Liberty
JMU 31, LIB 13
Saturday, September 20th, 2025
Week 5Georgia Southern vs
James Madison
JMU 35, GASO 10
Saturday, September 27th, 2025
Week 6James Madison vs
Georgia State
JMU 14, GAST 7
Saturday, October 4th, 2025
Week 7Louisiana vs
James Madison
JMU 24, UL 14
Saturday, October 11th, 2025
Week 8Old Dominion vs
James Madison
JMU 63, ODU 27
Saturday, October 18th, 2025
Week 10James Madison vs
Texas State
Tuesday, October 28th, 2025
8:00 pm EDT
Week 11James Madison vs
Marshall
Saturday, November 8th, 2025
12:00 am EST
Week 12Appalachian State vs
James Madison
Saturday, November 15th, 2025
12:00 am EST
Week 13Washington State vs
James Madison
Saturday, November 22nd, 2025
12:00 am EST
Week 14James Madison vs
Coastal Carolina
Saturday, November 29th, 2025
12:00 am EST

How to Bet on the Game

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How to Bet on the Old Dominion vs James Madison College Football Game

  1. 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 Saturday, October 18th, 2025 at 3:30 pm EDT, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.

  2. Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.

    Navigate to the sportsbook's deposit page. Use your Visa card or MasterCard, or deposit with a bank transfer, or other methods like Paypal.

  3. Tap to the sportsbook's College Football page, look for the Old Dominion vs James Madison Game.

    Navigate to the sportsbook's College Football page. Next, look for live or upcoming matchups. Select the Old Dominion vs James Madison Game.

  4. Choose your bet and place a wager.

    Choose your bet and then use the funds you deposited to place a wager. The sportsbook will pay your winnings or deduct a losing wager from your account balance after the game.

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