James Madison Dukes vs Marshall Thundering Herd Betting Pick & Prediction for 11/8

College Football Preview

In Week 11 of the 2025 regular season, the James Madison Dukes will play against the Marshall Thundering Herd. The game will take place at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington, WV. Fans can catch the action on ESPN2 at 12:00 PM on Saturday, November 8, 2025.

James Madison enters with a strong 7-1 record and a perfect 5-0 in conference play. Marshall holds a 4-4 record with a 2-2 conference standing. The Dukes are favored with a spread of -13.5, while the over/under for the game is set at 55 points.

James Madison Team Preview

The James Madison Dukes have been strong in their recent games. In Week 10, they won against the Texas State Bobcats, 52-20. They showed a balanced attack with 264 passing yards and 247 rushing yards.

In Week 8, they played at home against Old Dominion Monarchs and won 63-27. They gained 313 passing yards and 312 rushing yards. Their defense was solid, allowing only 13 first downs to the Monarchs.

The Dukes also had a notable win in Week 7 against Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin’ Cajuns, 24-14. Their defense limited the Ragin’ Cajuns to just 45 rushing yards. James Madison’s offense made 21 first downs and had 290 passing yards in that game.

James Madison vs Marshall Game Day Info

  • Sport: NCAA Football
  • Teams: James Madison Dukes vs. Marshall Thundering Herd
  • Venue: Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington, WV
  • Date: Saturday, November 8, 2025
  • Betting Odds: James Madison Moneyline -542, Marshall Moneyline +397, James Madison Spread -13.5 (-115), Marshall Spread +13.5 (-106), Total Over 55.0 (-111), Total Under 55.0 (-109)

Marshall Team Preview

The Marshall Thundering Herd has shown strong performances in recent games. They secured wins against Texas State Bobcats and Old Dominion Monarchs. Both victories took place at their home ground, Joan C. Edwards Stadium.

Marshall’s offense has been effective, with standout performances in rushing yards. They ranked 32nd in rushing yards for the season. However, their passing game has struggled, ranked 106th, which could impact their upcoming games.

Their defense faces challenges, ranked 124th in points against. Despite this, they excel in recovering fumbles and securing interceptions. The team will need to address these defensive issues for better results in future games.

BTB Betting Pick

For the spread, James Madison is favored by 13.5 points. With a strong running game ranked 9th, they should cover the spread. The projected score is James Madison 35, Marshall 21, which supports the Dukes covering the spread.

The total for the game is set at 55.0 points. Both teams have high-scoring offenses, but James Madison’s defense ranks better, allowing fewer points. The projected total score is 56, so taking the over is recommended.