COLLEGE FOOTBALL
James Madison enters with a more efficient offense and a stronger defense, producing 39.11 points and 450.9 yards per game while allowing just 18.89 points per game. UConn has also been productive, averaging 34.38 points and 437.6 yards per game, but the Huskies have given up 25.25 points and 389.0 yards per game. James Madison’s ground game has paired with a solid passing attack, and UConn’s offense has been balanced as well, but the gap in defensive efficiency points toward the Dukes controlling more of the game’s critical snaps.
James Madison looks like the better side in this matchup and should have enough balance to leave with a road win. The Dukes have the stronger scoring profile, the better defensive numbers, and a more reliable run game, while UConn’s offense can keep this competitive but may not be enough to separate against a steadier opponent. The projected finish is James Madison 31, UConn 24, with the Dukes winning outright and the total landing below the market number.
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