James Madison vs Liberty Pick and Prediction for Saturday, September 20, 2025

By: Cameron Ross Published 09/15/2025, 12:38 AM ET

James Madison vs Liberty Information

The James Madison Dukes will play their second consecutive round. game of the season Saturday with a game in Williams Stadium at 3:30 PM against the Liberty Flames in Virginia. James Madison has split their first two games of the season, coming into this week following a 14-point road loss to Louisville last week. The Liberty Flames will be back home this week with only one win through three games played, running a 2-game losing streak after a 10-point loss last week. Stay up to date with our College Football Picks.

James Madison Preview

The James Madison Dukes have been a solid offensive team this season, averaging 28.6 points per game overall. Defensively, James Madison has been solid, allowing 18.3 points per game this season, but gave up 28 points in their loss to Louisville. Alonza Barnett III leads the James Madison offense this season with 232 yards and two scores on 29 completions. George Pettaway is the top ball carrier on the team with 120 yards on 15 carries. Matthew Sluka has run the ball 27 times for 113 yards and two scores. Landon Ellis leads the team with five catches for 75 yards and one touchdown.

Liberty Preview

The Liberty Flames have been mediocre on the offensive side this year, averaging 21.6 points per game overall. Defensively, Liberty has had its troubles allowing 21.3 points per game and has given its opponents an average of 28.5 points per game during its two-game losing streak. Ethan Vasko leads the Liberty offense this season with 726 yards and six scores on 51 completions. Evan Dickens is the top ball carrier on the team with 230 yards and two touchdowns on 37 carries. Dante Lee Jr. leads the team with eight catches for 107 yards and three scores this season.

James Madison vs Liberty Prediction

Both teams have been mediocre this season, as each comes into this week hovering around 500. James Madison is the better team, however, as they have a stronger unit on both sides of the ball. Look for James Madison to overwhelm a struggling Liberty team this week, leading to a double-digit win and cover. Final Score Prediction, James Madison Dukes win and cover 38-17.

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