Tue Oct 28 23:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Dukes Clash with Bobcats in Sun Belt Showdown

San Marcos, TX – The red-hot James Madison Dukes (6-1) travel to UFCU Stadium tonight to face the struggling Texas State Bobcats (3-4) in a Sun Belt Conference clash. Kickoff is set for 8:00 PM ET.

James Madison enters the game riding a five-game winning streak, most recently dominating Old Dominion 63-27. Their offense is a force to be reckoned with, ranking fourth in the conference in scoring and third in total offense. Quarterback Alonza Barnett III is a dual-threat star, amassing over 1,200 passing yards and nine touchdowns through the air, coupled with 266 rushing yards and nine scores on the ground. The Dukes’ defense is equally impressive, leading the conference in both total and scoring defense.

Texas State, on the other hand, is looking to break a three-game losing skid after a heartbreaking double-overtime loss to Marshall. Despite their recent struggles, the Bobcats boast the Sun Belt’s top offense in both total yards and passing yards. Freshman quarterback Brad Jackson has been a bright spot, throwing for nearly 1,800 yards and nine touchdowns. Wide receiver Beau Sparks is a key target, and running back Lincoln Pare leads the conference with nine rushing touchdowns.

Oddsmakers favor James Madison by 6.5 points, with an over/under of 55.5 points.

How to Watch:

The game can be streamed online. [TV Channel Information not provided, please consult your local listings.]

Key Matchup:

Can the Bobcats’ high-powered offense overcome the Dukes’ stingy defense?

SportsLine Prediction:

The SportsLine Projection Model predicts a high-scoring affair, forecasting a combined 67 points. The model also indicates one side of the spread has a strong chance of hitting. For detailed analysis and predictions, visit SportsLine.

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