- Matchup: James Madison Dukes vs Coastal Carolina Chanticleers
- Date: Saturday, November 29, 2025
- Venue: Brooks Stadium in Conway, SC
- Broadcast: ESPNU
- Betting Odds: Chanticleers (+22.0)
- Over/Under Total: 54
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The Coastal Carolina Chanticleers (6-5) will face the James Madison Dukes (10-1) at Brooks Stadium on Saturday, November 29, 2025. The Dukes enter the matchup as heavy favorites, with a 22.0 point spread. The game has an over/under set at 54 points.
The James Madison Dukes have had an impressive season, currently standing at 10-1. In their most recent game, they secured a victory against the Washington State Cougars, clinching the win with a score of 24-20. During that match, the Dukes recorded 50 plays for a total of 319 yards, including 32 rushing attempts that yielded 175 yards, averaging 5.5 yards per carry. Defensively, the Dukes allowed 130 yards on 37 rushing attempts, averaging 3.5 yards per carry. Through the air, they allowed 19 completions on 31 attempts for a total of 171 yards, achieving a completion rate of 61.3%.
In terms of scoring, the Dukes are averaging 35.9 points per game. They are ranked 6th in Division 1 with an average of 235.5 rushing yards per game, tallying a total of 4,892 yards this season. The distribution of their touchdowns includes 19 through the air and 32 on the ground. As a team, James Madison has accumulated 250 first downs and has faced 79 penalties amounting to 752 yards, with 13 turnovers throughout the season.
Defensively, the Dukes have allowed 1,851 passing yards, ranking 16th nationally. They are giving up 168.3 yards per game via the pass, along with a completion percentage of 51.0%. Overall, James Madison’s defense allows an average of 261.1 yards per game, which ranks 5th in D-1. They have given up 13 passing touchdowns and 6 rushing touchdowns, limiting opponents to an average of just 2.9 yards per carry, totaling 1,021 rushing yards conceded across 11 games. The Dukes rank 11th in the nation for scoring defense, allowing just 16.5 points per game.
The Coastal Carolina Chanticleers stand at 6-5 this season. In their most recent outing, they suffered a disappointing defeat against the South Carolina Gamecocks, ending with a score of 51-7. In that game, the Chanticleers struggled on the ground with only 38 rushing yards on 29 attempts, averaging just 1.3 yards per carry. Totaling 212 yards on 65 plays, they averaged 3.3 yards per play. On defense, Coastal Carolina’s passing game allowed a completion rate of 76.7%, yielding 315 yards on 23 of 30 passing attempts. They faced heavy running, permitting 39 carries for 264 yards, averaging 6.8 yards per rush.
When it comes to scoring capabilities, the Chanticleers currently rank 93rd in Division 1, averaging 24.0 points per game. They are generating an average of 336.0 yards per game, landing them at 108th in D-1. The Coastal Carolina offense has incurred 584 yards in penalties over 70 infractions, placing them 55th nationally in this regard. They have thrown 10 interceptions and lost 9 fumbles while recording 196 first downs. This season, the Chanticleers have accumulated 1,718 passing yards at an average of 156.2 yards per game, ranking 123rd. On the ground, they have averaged 179.8 rushing yards per game, totaling 1,978 yards this season.
Defensively, Coastal Carolina has allowed an average of 31.6 points per game, sitting 119th in the nation. They have conceded a total of 2,237 rushing yards (203.4 yards per game) and 20 rushing touchdowns for the season. They have also allowed 20 passing touchdowns and 246.6 yards per game, ranking 110th in college football. The Chanticleers defense has participated in 809 plays, ranking 130th in D-1. They have recovered 8 fumbles and secured 10 interceptions this season, allowing a cumulative total of 348 points.
Who will come out on top in the Dukes versus Chanticleers college football game against the spread?
Analyst’s Pick: Bet on the Chanticleers +22.0
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