The Jaguars will play the Dukes on Saturday, September 30th, 2023. The matchup takes place at Bridgeforth Stadium/Zane Showker Field. Watch this exciting Week 5 matchup at 12:00 pm EDT. Check local listings for coverage on ESPNU.
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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 Schedules & Results
- Other Games Today
Key Matchup Stats
We're now well into the 2023 college football season. Week 5 action features a matchup between South Alabama and James Madison taking place at Bridgeforth Stadium/Zane Showker Field. The following are some key season stats to help you size up this game.
- SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - South Alabama has a 98.00 conference power ranking for the 2023 season. The conference power ranking for James Madison is 99.00.
- Away South Alabama - Heading into Week 5, South Alabama currently has a 1-1 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 James Madison - James Madison has a 1-0 record as a home team. Looking ahead to this 2023 Week 5 matchup, they rank 2nd in the Sun Belt Conference for home team wins. Like the South Alabama away record and ranking, you should continually keep tabs on this stat.
- Points Scored - For the 2023 season, South Alabama ranks 3rd (115) in the Sun Belt Conference, with James Madison currently ranking 4th (135) for points scored in the Sun Belt Conference.
- Points Against - Also in 2023, South Alabama stands 6th (95) in the Sun Belt Conference for points scored by opponents in 2023. James Madison sits at 4th (90) in the Sun Belt Conference for points against in the 2023 season so far.
- Team Records - South Alabama has a 2-2 overall record for the 2023 regular season, with James Madison currently 4-0 for the 2023 NCAAF regular season.
Paddy O'Parlay
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Get ready for a wild showdown as South Alabama faces off against James Madison... This crucial Week 5 matchup will be held at Bridgeforth Stadium/Zane Showker Field... According to SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings, James Madison holds a slight edge with a 99.00 ranking, while South Alabama sits close behind at 98.00... With a 2-2 standing, South Alabama will bring their A-game to challenge James Madison, who currently boasts a perfect 4-0 record.
Expect fireworks on the field as these two teams battle it out for a Week 5 victory... South Alabama, determined to climb higher in the rankings, will leave no stone unturned... Meanwhile, James Madison looks to maintain their undefeated streak and solidify their dominance in the college football season... This clash promises to be a thrilling contest from start to finish.
If you're feeling lucky, bet this game at BetWay, BetRivers, or BetMGM... Don't forget to review this game's prop bets for even more excitement... And if you want to compare the odds, just take a look below... This intense matchup between South Alabama and James Madison is one you won't want to miss!
Best Jaguars at Dukes Odds
| Underdog South Alabama | Favorite James Madison |
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| Over | Under |
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| Underdog South Alabama | Favorite James Madison |
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Matchup Odds FAQs
James Madison is a -2.5 -110 point spread favorite at BetMGM, while South Alabama is a +2.5 -108 point spread underdog at BetRivers.
The best over line is 48.5 -115 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $115 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 50 -120 points at BetRivers, and that means you risk $120 to win $100 betting the under.
James Madison is a -135 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and South Alabama is a +125 moneyline underdog at BetRivers.
College Football Odds Example
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Game |
 BetMGMBet |
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South Alabama
James Madison
9/30/23 12:00pm EDT | +2.5 -110-2.5 -110 |
Underdog South Alabama - South Alabama bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.
A +2.5 South Alabama 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 $90.91 at -110 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.
South Alabama at James Madison 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.
| BetMGM Bet |
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South Alabama
James Madison
First Team To Score
9/30/23 12:00pm EDT | +110-145Bet |
South Alabama
James Madison
No Touchdown
To Score 1st Touchdown
9/30/23 12:00pm EDT | +110-160+10000Bet |
South Alabama
James Madison
Game to Overtime
9/30/23 12:00pm EDT | Yes +875No -5000Bet |
South Alabama
James Madison
Both Teams Score 10+
9/30/23 12:00pm EDT | Yes -1000No +575Bet |
| BetMGM | |
South Alabama
James Madison
Both Teams Score 20+
9/30/23 12:00pm EDT | Yes -110No -115Bet |
South Alabama
James Madison
Both Teams Score 30+
9/30/23 12:00pm EDT | Yes +600No -1100Bet |
Recent Meetings Since 2019
| Week | Game | Result | Margin |
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| 2023 Week 5 | South Alabama vs James Madison Saturday, September 30th, 2023 | JMU 31, USA 23 Bridgeforth Stadium/Zane Showker Field | James Madison by 8 |
Team Standings
| Team | Conf | Conf% | W | L | PF | PA | Home | Away | Strk |
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| Sun Belt East | |||||||||
| James Madison | 7-1 | 0.875 | 11 | 2 | 443 | 253 | 5-1 | 6-0 | L1 |
| Sun Belt West | |||||||||
| South Alabama | 4-4 | 0.500 | 7 | 6 | 430 | 273 | 5-2 | 2-4 | W1 |
South Alabama & James Madison Futures Odds
Latest NCAA Championship odds, if available, for each team. Review odds for other teams and learn the best College Football bets.
South Alabama Championship Odds|
Team | BetMGM |
 BetRivers |
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| South Alabama | +100000 Bet |
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Team | BetMGM |
BetRivers |
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| James Madison | +40000 Bet |
Team Schedules & Results
| Week | Matchup | Date & Result |
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| Week 1 | South Alabama vs Tulane | TULN 37, USA 17 Saturday, September 2nd, 2023 |
| Week 2 | Southeastern Louisiana vs South Alabama | USA 35, SELA 17 Saturday, September 9th, 2023 |
| Week 3 | South Alabama vs Oklahoma State | USA 33, OKST 7 Saturday, September 16th, 2023 |
| Week 4 | Central Michigan vs South Alabama | CMU 34, USA 30 Saturday, September 23rd, 2023 |
| Week 5 | South Alabama vs James Madison | JMU 31, USA 23 Saturday, September 30th, 2023 |
| Week 6 | South Alabama vs Louisiana-Monroe | USA 55, ULM 7 Saturday, October 7th, 2023 |
| Week 8 | Southern Miss vs South Alabama | USA 55, USM 3 Tuesday, October 17th, 2023 |
| Week 9 | Louisiana vs South Alabama | UL 33, USA 20 Saturday, October 28th, 2023 |
| Week 10 | South Alabama vs Troy | TROY 28, USA 10 Thursday, November 2nd, 2023 |
| Week 11 | Arkansas State vs South Alabama | USA 21, ARST 14 Saturday, November 11th, 2023 |
| Week 12 | Marshall vs South Alabama | USA 28, MRSH 0 Saturday, November 18th, 2023 |
| Week 13 | South Alabama vs Texas State | TXST 52, USA 44 Saturday, November 25th, 2023 |
| Bowls | Eastern Michigan vs South Alabama 68 Ventures Bowl | USA 59, EMU 10 Saturday, December 23rd, 2023 |
| 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 |
How to Bet on the Game
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How to Bet on the South Alabama vs James Madison 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 Saturday, September 30th, 2023 at 12:00 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.
Navigate to the sportsbook's deposit page. Use your Visa card or MasterCard, or deposit with a bank transfer, or other methods like Paypal.
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Tap to the sportsbook's College Football page, look for the South Alabama vs James Madison Game.
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Choose your bet and place a wager.
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