The James Madison Dukes will take on the Georgia State Panthers in Week 6 of the 2025 regular season. The game is scheduled for Saturday, October 4, 2025, at 3:30 PM and will be held at Center Parc Stadium in Atlanta, GA. Fans can catch the action live on ESPN+. James Madison comes into this game with a 3-1 record, including a 1-1 mark on the road. They recently secured a 35-10 victory over the Georgia Southern Eagles. The Dukes have been effective in both their passing and rushing attacks this season. Georgia State, with a 1-3 record, will aim to improve their standing in the Sun Belt Conference. The Panthers’ lone win came against Murray State with a score of 37-21. They will look to leverage their home advantage at Center Parc Stadium.
Georgia State vs James Madison At a Glance
- Game Venue: Center Parc Stadium in Atlanta, GA
- Kickoff Time: Saturday, October 4, 2025 at 3:30 PM
- Broadcast: ESPN+
- James Madison Record: 3-1 for the season
- Georgia State Record: 1-3 for the season
- Game Odds: James Madison favored with a -19.5 spread
Georgia State Panthers: A Deep Dive into Their Upcoming Battle
Offensive Overview
Georgia State Panthers have demonstrated moderate offensive production in the 2025 regular season, with 81 points scored, ranking them 80th nationally. Their passing game shows potential, generating 955 yards, securing the 79th rank, while their rushing yards stand at 443, placing them at 117th. Despite challenges in the running game, the Panthers have shown a balanced attack with 65 first downs, ranking 59th.
Defensive Struggles
On the defensive end, the Panthers have allowed 192 points, ranking them 116th, indicating challenges in stopping opponents. Their pass rush, however, has been relatively effective with 5 sacks, placing them 16th, and a strong interception record with 2, ranking 3rd. The team has struggled in recovering fumbles, only managing 1 recovery, which ranks them 6th.
Quarterback Performance
Quarterback Cameran Brown has been a key player, contributing 376 passing yards over four games, ranking 140th. Brown has achieved 5 passing touchdowns, showcasing his ability to find the end zone. TJ Finley has also contributed significantly with 527 passing yards in three games, ranking 123rd, despite throwing 3 interceptions.
Running Back Contributions
Rashad Amos leads the rushing attack with 164 yards in four games, ranking 236th. Amos has also added a touchdown to his tally, while his presence in the receiving game with 6 receptions shows versatility. Branson Robinson follows with 84 rushing yards, though his contribution in the end zone remains minimal.
Receiving Corps and Key Players
Ted Hurst stands out as a key receiver with 25 receptions and 346 receiving yards, ranking him 33rd and 42nd respectively. Javon Robinson follows with 15 receptions and 167 yards, while both receivers have recorded 2 touchdowns each. Leo Blackburn, though with fewer receptions, has matched the touchdown tally of his peers.
Recent Game Performances
The Panthers suffered a significant 70-21 loss to Vanderbilt, struggling to contain their opponent’s offensive surge. In contrast, they secured a 37-21 victory over Murray State, showcasing their ability to capitalize on offensive opportunities. However, losses to Memphis and Ole Miss highlighted areas in need of improvement, particularly in defensive consistency.
Injury Concerns
Defensive end Sir Mells is currently listed as questionable due to an undisclosed injury, creating potential gaps in the defensive line. The team will need to adapt and ensure depth in their roster to maintain defensive pressure.
Team Betting Trends
- O/U – After Win: 5-0 (100.0%)
- O/U – Away Games: 3-0 (100.0%)
- SU – As Favorite: 17-9 (65.4%)
- O/U – As Underdog: 6-2-1 (66.7%)
- ATS – Away Games: 17-12 (58.6%)
- ATS – After Win: 14-10 (58.3%)
- O/U – All Games: 8-5-1 (57.1%)
- O/U – Totals ≥ 50: 4-2 (66.7%)
James Madison Dukes Prepare for Georgia State Panthers Challenge
Offensive Overview
The James Madison Dukes have been effective offensively this season, ranking 54th in points scored with a total of 125. Their rushing attack is particularly strong, securing a 26th national rank with 1,017 rushing yards. However, their passing game has struggled, ranking 119th with 643 yards.
Despite these challenges in passing, the Dukes have achieved 95 first downs, which places them 33rd nationally. This shows their ability to sustain drives and control the game tempo.
Defensive Strength
Defensively, James Madison has been solid, allowing only 61 points, ranking 32nd nationally. The team has been exceptional in generating pressure, achieving 13 sacks and ranking 8th in this category.
Their ability to create turnovers is noteworthy, with 3 interceptions ranking them 4th and one fumble recovery placing them 6th. This defensive prowess makes them a tough matchup for any opponent.
Recent Performance
In their recent game against Georgia Southern, the Dukes secured a decisive 35-10 victory, showcasing their dominant rushing game with 343 yards. This win follows another strong performance against Liberty, where they won 31-13 with a balanced offensive attack.
While they suffered a setback against Louisville, losing 28-14, the team has rebounded well. Their strong performance at home against Weber State with a 45-10 victory set the tone for their current run.
Injury Concerns
The Dukes have a few injury concerns, particularly in the running back and offensive line positions. Players like Jobi Malary and Ayo Adeyi are listed as questionable, which could impact their ground game strategy.
Offensive linemen Brett Davis and Josh Toner are also uncertain to play, which might affect their ability to protect the quarterback and open running lanes.
Betting Trends
- SU – As Favorite: 23-5 (82.1%) over the last 28 games.
- SU – All Games: 24-6 (80.0%) over the last 30 games.
- ATS – All Games: 4-0 (100.0%) in 2025.
- SU – After Win: 23-6 (79.3%) over the last 29 games.
- ATS – Away Games: 10-3 (76.9%) over the last 13 games.
Georgia State vs James Madison Prediction: Over 53.5
Looking at James Madison’s offensive capabilities, the team has scored 125 points across four games this season, averaging 31.25 points per game. Their rushing offense ranks 26th nationally, indicating a strong ground game that can potentially lead to high-scoring opportunities against Georgia State’s defense. Considering Georgia State has allowed 192 points in their five games, their defense appears vulnerable to a prolific offense like James Madison’s.
Georgia State’s offensive performance is below average, but they have managed to put up 81 points this season, averaging over 20 points per game. Although they struggle defensively, their offensive output suggests they can contribute to a higher total score. Historically, they have hit the over in 57.1% of their games in the past two seasons, supporting an expectation for a high-scoring game.
The previous head-to-head encounter between these teams at Center Parc Stadium resulted in a score of 42-14 in favor of James Madison, which went over the total. Given both teams’ tendencies and James Madison’s strong offensive showing so far, this matchup has the potential to surpass the total set at 53.5 points.
We anticipate James Madison to control the tempo with their superior offense, while Georgia State’s home advantage and recent form may help them score enough to push the total beyond the line. Our predicted final score reflects this analysis.
- Georgia State vs James Madison Prediction: Over 53.5
- Georgia State vs James Madison Score: James Madison 41 – Georgia State 20
