James Madison Dukes vs Georgia State Panthers Betting Pick & Prediction for 10/4

College Football Preview

In Week 6 of the 2025 NCAA football season, the James Madison Dukes travel to Atlanta to take on the Georgia State Panthers. This game will be held at Center Parc Stadium, an outdoor venue that hosts the Panthers. Fans can catch the action on ESPN+ with kickoff set for Saturday, October 4, 2025, at 3:30 PM.

James Madison enters the game with a 3-1 record, having performed well at home with a 2-0 record. On the road, they stand at 1-1. Georgia State, on the other hand, is looking to improve its 1-3 record. At home, the Panthers have a 1-1 record, hoping to gain another win in front of their fans.

James Madison Team Preview

The James Madison Dukes have had a strong start to their season. They secured wins against Georgia Southern, Liberty, and Weber State. Their only loss was against Louisville, where they struggled to keep up, losing 28-14.

The Dukes have been effective in their rushing game. With 1,017 rushing yards, they rank 26th in the nation. Wayne Knight leads the rushing attack with 341 yards and three touchdowns.

Injuries could impact the Dukes in their upcoming games. Key players like Jobi Malary and George Pettaway are dealing with injuries. The team will need to rely on their depth to maintain their performance.

James Madison vs Georgia State Game Day Info

  • Sport: NCAA Football
  • Teams: James Madison Dukes vs. Georgia State Panthers
  • Venue: Center Parc Stadium in Atlanta, GA
  • Date: Saturday, October 4, 2025
  • Betting Odds: James Madison -1448, Georgia State +841

Georgia State Team Preview

The Georgia State Panthers have shown mixed performances this season. They had a significant win against Murray State Racers with a score of 37-21. However, they faced tough losses to Vanderbilt, Memphis, and Ole Miss, with scores of 70-21, 38-16, and 63-7, respectively.

Offensively, the Panthers have struggled in rushing, ranking 117th with 443 yards. Their passing game is stronger, with 955 yards, placing them 79th. Defensively, the team ranks 116th in points against, giving up 192 points so far this season.

Quarterback Cameran Brown has contributed with 376 passing yards and 5 touchdowns. Ted Hurst leads the receivers with 346 yards and 2 touchdowns. The team faces challenges with injuries, including key players like Isaiah Dunson and Dorian Royal being out.

BTB Betting Pick

For the spread pick, James Madison is favored by 20.5 points. Their defense ranks 32nd in points against, while Georgia State’s offense ranks 80th in points for. With James Madison’s strong defensive stats, they should cover the -20.5 spread. The projected score is James Madison 35, Georgia State 10.

The total for this game is set at 53.5 points. James Madison’s defense has allowed only 61 points this season, ranking 32nd. Georgia State’s offense struggles with a rank of 80th in points for. Considering these factors, the game should stay under 53.5 points. The projected total is 45 points.