James Madison Dukes

Camden Coleman threw three touchdown passes while George Pettaway rushed for a career-high 206 yards and two scores, powering unbeaten James Madison...

Billy Napier’s 4-0 start at James Madison places him sixth nationally among 31 first-year FBS head coaches, behind only Bob Chesney (UCLA), Jon...

JMU returns home after a 4-0 start to host Marshall on Family Weekend, with Bridgeforth Stadium sold out for the 3:45 p.m. kickoff on ESPNU. The Dukes...

JMU's Bridgeforth redevelopment envisions a 30,000+ seat stadium with 360-degree access, extra video boards, and premium spaces to boost game-day...

James Madison turned a once-tense matchup into a one-sided statement, cruising to a 46-20 Sun Belt win over Old Dominion.

• Camden Coleman threw for...

Three James Madison transfers—RB Wayne Knight, DE Sahir West and OL Carter Sweazie—were named UCLA captains for Week 4, highlighting the Dukes’ player-development pipeline. Knight has rushed for 345 yards and eight touchdowns through three games.

• AAC holds firm: Conference rejects proactive expansion despite JMU's full-membership interest.
• JMU profile rises: 43-11 record and CFP appearance...

• Coleman was limited to two drives in the Liberty win as planned change-of-pace option behind starter JC Evans
• Evans' lower-body injury sidelined...

Patrick Rea's 41.3-yard average against San Diego State masked three punts inside the 20, two fair catches forced, and a 3-yard return average that...

James Madison offensive lineman Zach Greenberg earned semifinalist status for the 2026 William V. Campbell Trophy, honoring his blend of academic...

Nathan Applebaum serves as JMU's director of player personnel in his second season.

His responsibilities include:

• Coordinating daily recruiting...

An analysis examines how JMU football stacks up after three games, including their high-profile win over San Diego State before entering Sun Belt play.

James Madison visits UConn on November 14, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. on CBS Sports at Pratt and Whitney Stadium in East Hartford. The 3-0 Dukes will face the 2-1 Huskies in this nonconference matchup.

James Madison added a 2027 commitment from a 5-11, 176-pound cornerback at Lightridge High School in Aldie, Virginia, on June 7, 2026.

• Camden Coleman threw for 246 yards and two touchdowns while adding a rushing score in the opening drive
• The Dukes built a 19-0 halftime lead with...

JMU's 2-0 start features elite scoring at 53.5 points per game (8th) and just 8 allowed (11th), plus 25th-ranked rushing attack at 231.5 yards. These edges in offense, defense, and +3 turnover margin face a road test at Southern Miss.

JMU faces its first meaningful test under Billy Napier against a stable G6 home team.

• Passing edge: Coleman’s 65%+ career completion rate and 3,000+...

JMU's defense has generated consistent backfield pressure but recorded just two sacks through two games, with none from the defensive line....

James Madison earned AP poll votes while Auburn, Duke and Mississippi State received none despite all three starting 2-0. Analyst Josh Pate called out the snub for the overlooked trio after their strong early wins.

JMU opens Sun Belt play at Old Dominion on Sept. 26 at 6 p.m. ET at S.B. Ballard Stadium, streaming on ESPN+.

• Dukes lead the series 4-2 all-time...