In this year’s Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl, the James Madison Dukes are the favorites, but by less than a touchdown (-3) over the Air Force Falcons. Amon G. Carter Stadium in Fort Worth, Texas will host the matchup on December 23, 2023, starting at 3:30 PM ET on ABC. An over/under of 41 points has been set for the contest.
James Madison vs. Air Force Favorite, Moneyline, Total
Spread Favorite: Dukes (-3)Moneyline: Dukes (-155), Falcons (+130)Total: 41 pointsBest James Madison vs. Air Force Promo Code
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When: Saturday, December 23, 2023 at 3:30 PM ETLocation: Amon G. Carter Stadium in Fort Worth, TexasTV: ABCDukes 2023 Stats & Rankings
James Madison 2023 Betting Info
The Dukes have won eight games against the spread this season, while failing to cover four times.James Madison has a 6-4 record against the spread this season when favored by 3 points or more.So far this season, seven out of the Dukes’ 12 games have hit the over.The Dukes’ average total in outings this year has been 50.5, 9.5 points higher than the over/under in this particular game.The Dukes have covered the spread twice in their last three contests while putting up a 2-1 record straight-up in those games.Air Force and its opponents have combined to hit the over twice in those games.The last three Falcons games averaged 46 total points, five more points than this matchup’s over/under.Dukes Home/Away Splits (2023)
James Madison’s Offense vs. Air Force’s Defense (2023)
The Falcons allow 98.2 rushing yards per game (12th in the FBS). The Dukes’ rushing game ranks 86th in college football (143.2).James Madison averages 4.1 yards per carry (86th in college football) compared to the 3.3 per rushing attempt Air Force allows (14th in the FBS).The Dukes are 88th in the FBS in third-down percentage (36.6%), and will be facing the 34th-ranked Falcons third down defense (35.1%).James Madison ranks 18th in the FBS at 8.7 yards per pass attempt. Air Force gives up 6.9 yards per passing play (40th in college football).Falcons 2023 Stats & Rankings
Air Force 2023 Betting Info
Against the spread, the Falcons are 4-8-0 this season.James Madison has a 6-4 record against the spread this season when favored by 3 points or more.Out of 12 Falcons games so far this season, six have gone over the total.The average total in Dukes games this season is 9.5 more points than the over/under of 41 in this game.The Dukes have covered the spread twice in their last three contests while putting up a 2-1 record straight-up in those games.Two times in those three games, the final combined score has gone over the set total.The last three Falcons games averaged 46 total points, five more points than this matchup’s point total.Falcons Home/Away Splits (2023)
Air Force’s Offense vs. James Madison’s Defense (2023)
The Falcons rank second in the FBS at 10.6 yards per pass attempt. The Dukes allow 7.1 yards per passing play (56th in college football).Air Force is 81st in college football, gaining 365.5 yards per game, while James Madison ranks 30th in yards conceded (330.3).The Falcons’ offense ranks 65th in the FBS at 27.6 points per game. They will be up against the Dukes’ defense which allows 18.5 per game (18th in college football).James Madison vs. Air Force Prediction and Pick
Our prediction for James Madison vs. Air Force is the Dukes (-155 on the moneyline) as the pick to win. As for the total, we prefer the over at 41 points.
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