Free NCAA Pick: Coastal Carolina vs. James Madison Odds
Looking for Coastal Carolina Chanticleers vs. James Madison Dukes free NCAA Week 7 picks & NCAA odds? NCAA betting sees the Chanticleers taking on the Dukes on Thursday, October 10th at the Bridgeforth Stadium/Zane Showker Field. Cappers Picks provides complimentary NCAA handicapping picks all season long including all NCAA Week 7 games so stay tuned for more FREE NCAA predictions like this Coastal Carolina James Madison matchup.
2024 NCAAF Handicapping Analysis: Week 7
(4-1) Coastal Carolina Chanticleers vs. James Madison Dukes (4-1)
Date: Thursday, October 10th
Time: 7:30 ET
Venue: Bridgeforth Stadium/Zane Showker Field, Harrisonburg, VA
Week 7 ATS Betting Lines: (BET NOW!) Coastal Carolina +9.5 | James Madison -9.5
Week 7 CFB Moneyline Odds: Coastal Carolina +271 | James Madison -348
College Football Betting Total: O/U 62.5
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Get ready for a Week 7 showdown that promises plenty of excitement and betting action! James Madison has owned Coastal Carolina in their last two meetings, going 2-0 against the spread (ATS) and hitting the over in both matchups. But don’t sleep on Coastal Carolina this time around!
The Chanticleers are scrappy, especially on the road, covering the spread in 6 of their last 10 away games.
ESPN2 will be covering the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers vs. James Madison Dukes matchup, which is set to kick off at 7:30 ET from Bridgeforth Stadium/Zane Showker Field in Harrisonburg.
Both teams are 4-1 so far this season, and the Dukes are favored by -9.5 points.
The over/under line is currently at 62.5 points for this week seven college football matchup.
Coastal Carolina Chanticleers
Coastal Carolina heads into Week 7 against James Madison with a 4-1 record, placing them 81st in our power rankings. They have a 95.1% chance of reaching bowl eligibility and a 7.9% chance of winning the Sun Belt this season.
The Chanticleers have split their home games (1-1) and are 2-0 on the road. They’ve been favored in two of their five games, going 2-0 as favorites. Coastal Carolina’s average scoring margin is +8.8 points, and they are 2-2 against the spread this season.
This week’s over/under line is 62.5 points, the highest they’ve faced this year. Coastal Carolina’s games have averaged 68 points, with an average over/under line of 52.5 points and a +17.2 point margin.
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Coastal Carolina Chanticleers Stats
Heading into week 7, Coastal Carolina’s offense is averaging 38.4 points per game, ranking 19th nationally. They are 38th in our offensive power rankings. Their ground game is their strength, with 201.6 rushing yards per game on 40.8 attempts.
Christian Washington leads the rushing attack with 313 yards, four touchdowns, and an average of 5 yards per carry. Quarterback Ethan Vasko has thrown for 1,101 yards, with seven touchdowns and two interceptions, giving him a passer rating of 105.
Coastal Carolina’s defense has allowed an average of 29.6 points per game this season, including 37 points in their latest matchup against Old Dominion. They gave up 462 total yards, with 200 rushing yards on 37 attempts and 262 yards through the air, though they did manage to force one interception.
Opponents have averaged 199.8 passing yards per game against Coastal Carolina, completing 59% of their passes. The Chanticleers are ranked 147th nationally in rushing defense, allowing 196 rushing yards per game on average.
James Madison Dukes
James Madison enters Week 7 with a 4-1 record, ranked 52nd in our power rankings. They have a 99.8% chance of reaching bowl eligibility and a 27.3% shot at winning the Sun Belt. The Dukes are 1-0 at home and 2-1 on the road this season.
Against the spread, James Madison is 3-1, with a +20.8 average scoring margin. They’ve been favored in three games, going 2-1 ATS as the favorite.
This week’s over/under line is 62.5 points. James Madison’s games have averaged 57.2 points, with their average line at 50.1 points. Their over/under record is 2-2 this season.
James Madison Dukes Stats
James Madison’s offense is averaging 39 points per game heading into week 7, placing them 16th in the nation. Quarterback Alonza Barnett III has thrown for 1,273 yards with 12 touchdowns and just one interception, giving him a passer rating of 109. The Dukes rank 27th in passer rating nationally.
They are 43rd in rushing, averaging 195.8 yards per game. George Pettaway leads the ground attack with 293 yards, averaging 5 yards per carry. Omarion Dollison has 299 receiving yards and three touchdowns this season.
James Madison’s defense has been solid this season, ranking 21st nationally by allowing just 18.2 points per game. They’ve also given up 114.4 rushing yards per game, which ranks 37th in the country.
In their recent game against UL Monroe, the Dukes allowed 21 points, giving up 258 total yards, including 111 rushing yards and 147 passing yards. They also forced one interception in the game.
Coastal Carolina Chanticleers vs. James Madison Dukes NCAA Football Betting Trends
- The Coastal Carolina Chanticleers are 3-2 in their last five games as an underdog.
- Conversely, the James Madison Dukes are 3-2 ATS in their last five games as a favorite.
- Also, the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers are 6-4 ATS in their last ten road games.
- On the other side, the James Madison Dukes have gone 7-3 across their last ten home games.
- Over the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers’ last 3 road games, the over/under record is 1-2.
- The James Madison Dukes’ have an over/under record of 1-2 in their last 3 games at home.
4* Free 2024 Week 7 NCAA Betting Prediction: Coastal Carolina +9.5
With Coastal getting +9.5, this game is primed for an upset alert. We’re calling for the Chanticleers to not just cover, but to pull off the outright win. If you’re looking for value, take Coastal Carolina at +271 on the moneyline, and with a total set at 62.5, the over looks enticing for a high-scoring battle.
Our projected final score for this matchup is 36-34 in favor of Coastal Carolina, making them the best bet as road underdogs. Despite James Madison being the -9.5 point spread favorite, we expect Coastal Carolina to not only cover the spread but win the game outright.
With the over/under line set at 62.5 points, our projection of 70 combined points suggests that taking the over is the way to go.
Keep an eye on those live betting odds and buckle up—this game could be a wild ride!
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