Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns vs James Madison Dukes Betting Prediction and Pick, Week 7
Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns vs James Madison Dukes Betting Prediction and Pick, Week 7. Place a bet on this CFB football game with the best odds.
The matchup between the Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns and the James Madison Dukes in Week 7 sets up as a fascinating clash of styles and momentum.
Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns vs James Madison Dukes Betting Prediction
Now we have the Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns vs James Madison Dukes Betting Prediction for both teams.
When it comes down to betting this Week 7 showdown, the matchup clearly favors James Madison’s structure and discipline. Louisiana’s defense ranks near the bottom nationally, surrendering over 32 points and 221 rushing yards per game, which plays directly into the Dukes’ offensive strengths. The Ragin’ Cajuns may find some early success on the ground, but their lack of passing balance and tendency to give up long drives will likely be their downfall against such a well-rounded opponent. James Madison has been a machine at home, dominating both conference and non-conference opponents with suffocating defense and steady offensive execution. While Louisiana’s recent October magic makes for an intriguing narrative, the metrics and trends point toward the Dukes continuing their dominance.
Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns vs James Madison Dukes Betting Prediction: Louisiana
Louisiana comes into this game with an up-and-down track record, showing flashes of offensive explosiveness but also inconsistency, particularly against stronger defenses. The Ragin’ Cajuns have been more reliable on the ground, averaging over 212 rushing yards per game, ranking them among the top 25 in the nation. Their backfield has been their lifeline, consistently producing long runs and opening up scoring opportunities late in games, as reflected by their strong fourth-quarter averages. However, their passing offense has struggled to find rhythm, sitting near the bottom nationally with just 120 passing yards per game. Louisiana’s trend of going over the total in four of its last five road games suggests their defense often allows high-scoring affairs, which could spell trouble against a disciplined James Madison team. Despite their volatility, the Cajuns have historically thrived in October, boasting a perfect 5-0 record in the month during the regular season, making them a sneaky pick to surprise.
Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns vs James Madison Dukes Betting Prediction: Louisiana Trends
- In its previous seven games, Louisiana-Lafayette has a record of 2-5 against the spread.
- In its last seven games, Louisiana-Lafayette has a winning percentage of 2-5.
- 4 of the previous 5 games that Louisiana-Lafayette has played away from home have resulted in the total going over.
- In its last 11 games against a team from the Sun Belt conference, Louisiana-Lafayette has a winning record of 9-2 against the opponent.
- When Louisiana-Lafayette has played an opponent from the East Division, the total has been UNDER in 13 of the last 18 games that they have played against that opponent.
- During the month of October, Louisiana-Lafayette has a perfect regular season record of 5-0.
- In its previous 12 games played in week 7, Louisiana-Lafayette has an overall record of 8-4 overall.
Louisiana Last 10 Games
Date | Opponent | Score | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
9/27/25
|
MSH
|
W 54-51
|
L-3.5
|
O46.5
|
W-134
|
9/20/25
|
@EMC
|
L 34-31
|
L-6.5
|
O51.5
|
L-128
|
9/13/25
|
@MIZ
|
L 52-10
|
L+23.5
|
O48.5
|
L+1400
|
9/06/25
|
|
W 34-10
|
W-21.5
|
U51.5
|
W-1800
|
8/30/25
|
RICE
|
L 14-12
|
L-14.5
|
U52.5
|
L-550
|
12/28/24
|
@TCU
|
L 34-3
|
L+9.5
|
U60.5
|
L+280
|
12/07/24
|
MSH
|
L 31-3
|
L-3.5
|
U58.5
|
L-155
|
11/30/24
|
|
W 37-23
|
W-10.5
|
O49.5
|
W-380
|
11/23/24
|
TRY
|
W 51-30
|
W-11.5
|
O53
|
W-470
|
11/16/24
|
SAB
|
L 24-22
|
L-7.0
|
U60.5
|
L-275
|
Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns vs James Madison Dukes Betting Prediction: Louisiana Offense
Overall
ULL Offense | Off. Rank | Stat | Def. Rank | JAMES Defense |
---|---|---|---|---|
28.20 | 72 | Points Scored | 13 | 13.60 |
120.40 | 133 | Passing Yards | 9 | 137.40 |
212.20 | 23 | Rushing Yards | 12 | 79.80 |
27:13 | 124 | Time on Field | 4 | 25:55 |
60.60 | 126 | Number of Plays | 6 | 55.40 |
5.49 | 84 | Yards Per Play | 4 | 3.92 |
Scoring
ULL Offense | Off. Rank | Stat | Def. Rank | JAMES Defense |
---|---|---|---|---|
28.20 | 72 | Points Scored | 13 | 13.60 |
4.00 | 113 | First Quarter | 14 | 2.00 |
9.40 | 65 | Second Quarter | 23 | 4.60 |
3.20 | 123 | Third Quarter | 52 | 4.20 |
9.00 | 38 | Fourth Quarter | 14 | 2.80 |
Passing
ULL Offense | Off. Rank | Stat | Def. Rank | JAMES Defense |
---|---|---|---|---|
120.40 | 133 | Passing Yards | 9 | 137.40 |
25.40 | 116 | Pass Attempts | 18 | 25.20 |
12.20 | 131 | Pass Completions | 7 | 13.20 |
1.60 | 62 | Sacks | 13 | 3.00 |
10.20 | 82 | Sack Yards | 101 | 17.60 |
9.87 | 119 | Yards Per Pass | 39 | 10.41 |
Rushing
ULL Offense | Off. Rank | Stat | Def. Rank | JAMES Defense |
---|---|---|---|---|
212.20 | 23 | Rushing Yards | 12 | 79.80 |
35.20 | 75 | Rush Attempts | 19 | 30.20 |
6.03 | 12 | Yards Per Rush | 10 | 2.64 |
Turn Overs
ULL Offense | Off. Rank | Stat | Def. Rank | JAMES Defense |
---|---|---|---|---|
1.00 | 106 | Interceptions | 81 | 0.60 |
0.60 | 21 | Fumbles | 91 | 0.80 |
0.20 | 22 | Fumbles Lost | 108 | 0.20 |
1.20 | 71 | Total Turnovers | 106 | 0.80 |
5.80 | 58 | Penalties | 61 | 6.20 |
44.20 | 36 | Penalty Yards | 74 | 49.60 |
Drives & Special Teams
ULL Offense | Off. Rank | Stat | Def. Rank | JAMES Defense |
---|---|---|---|---|
27:13 | 124 | Time on Field | 4 | 25:55 |
60.60 | 126 | Number of Plays | 6 | 55.40 |
5.49 | 84 | Yards Per Play | 4 | 3.92 |
4.00 | 68 | Punts | 10 | 6.20 |
43.52 | 65 | Punt Average | 13 | 38.59 |
51.60 | 74 | Return Yards | 37 | 33.20 |
Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns vs James Madison Dukes Betting Prediction: James Madison
On the other side, James Madison has been one of the most consistent and balanced teams in the Sun Belt this season. The Dukes’ defense has been dominant, allowing just 13.6 points per game, one of the lowest marks in college football. They’ve particularly excelled at limiting big plays, ranking top-10 nationally in both rush defense (79.8 yards per game) and yards per play allowed (3.92). This defensive front will be tested against Louisiana’s powerful rushing attack, but James Madison has shown time and again that it can force opponents to abandon the run early. Offensively, the Dukes lean on a run-heavy approach of their own, averaging over 240 rushing yards per game, which ranks top-10 nationally. That ground dominance, combined with their ability to control possession for over 34 minutes per game, gives them the perfect formula to wear down opponents and protect leads. Additionally, the Dukes have covered the spread in seven of their last eight home games, and the under has hit in five of their last six, making them one of the most reliable teams for bettors this season.
Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns vs James Madison Dukes Betting Prediction: James Madison Trends
- The over/under record for James Madison’s previous six games is 5-1.
- There have been five of James Madison’s last six games in which the total has been UNDER.
- In its last six games, James Madison has a winning record of 5-1 against the spread.
- In its last eight games played at home, James Madison has a winning record of 7-1 against the spread.
- During the last ten games that James Madison has played against opponents from the Sun Belt conference, the total has been UNDER in eight of those games.
- In its most recent five games against teams from the West Division, James Madison has a winning record of 4-1 versus the opponent.
- In five of James Madison’s most recent five games played in the month of October, the total has been played UNDER.
- When playing as the favorite, James Madison has a record of 4-1 against the spread in its previous five games.
- Over the course of its previous six games played on Saturdays at home, James Madison has a record of 4-2 against the spread.
James Madison Last 10 Games
Date | Opponent | Score | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
10/04/25
|
@GST
|
W 14-7
|
L-17.5
|
U52.5
|
W-900
|
9/27/25
|
GSO
|
W 35-10
|
W-12.5
|
U52.5
|
W-630
|
9/20/25
|
@LIB
|
W 31-13
|
W-10.5
|
U49.5
|
W-205
|
9/05/25
|
@LOU
|
L 28-14
|
W+14.5
|
U54.5
|
L+520
|
8/30/25
|
WBS
|
W 45-10
|
W-21.5
|
O54.5
|
W-2100
|
12/18/24
|
WKY
|
W 27-17
|
W-3.0
|
U53
|
W-148
|
11/30/24
|
MSH
|
L 35-33
|
L-3.5
|
O51.5
|
L-140
|
11/23/24
|
@APP
|
L 34-20
|
L-7.0
|
U60.5
|
L-258
|
11/16/24
|
@ODU
|
W 35-32
|
L-4.5
|
O51.5
|
W-170
|
11/09/24
|
GST
|
W 38-7
|
W-12.5
|
U52.5
|
W-520
|
Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns vs James Madison Dukes Betting Prediction: James Madison Offense
Overall
ULL Defense | Def. Rank | Stat | Off. Rank | JAMES Offense |
---|---|---|---|---|
32.20 | 123 | Points Scored | 75 | 27.80 |
179.80 | 29 | Passing Yards | 128 | 143.40 |
221.60 | 130 | Rushing Yards | 10 | 241.60 |
34:10 | 132 | Time on Field | 5 | 34:04 |
70.40 | 115 | Number of Plays | 24 | 71.20 |
5.70 | 88 | Yards Per Play | 92 | 5.41 |
Scoring
ULL Defense | Def. Rank | Stat | Off. Rank | JAMES Offense |
---|---|---|---|---|
32.20 | 123 | Points Scored | 75 | 27.80 |
6.20 | 94 | First Quarter | 73 | 6.20 |
13.20 | 134 | Second Quarter | 94 | 7.00 |
5.40 | 82 | Third Quarter | 42 | 7.60 |
5.40 | 52 | Fourth Quarter | 68 | 7.00 |
Passing
ULL Defense | Def. Rank | Stat | Off. Rank | JAMES Offense |
---|---|---|---|---|
179.80 | 29 | Passing Yards | 128 | 143.40 |
25.00 | 14 | Pass Attempts | 115 | 25.40 |
17.60 | 46 | Pass Completions | 116 | 14.80 |
1.80 | 90 | Sacks | 61 | 1.60 |
13.20 | 62 | Sack Yards | 96 | 8.80 |
10.22 | 34 | Yards Per Pass | 123 | 9.69 |
Rushing
ULL Defense | Def. Rank | Stat | Off. Rank | JAMES Offense |
---|---|---|---|---|
221.60 | 130 | Rushing Yards | 10 | 241.60 |
45.40 | 135 | Rush Attempts | 9 | 45.80 |
4.88 | 118 | Yards Per Rush | 27 | 5.28 |
Turn Overs
ULL Defense | Def. Rank | Stat | Off. Rank | JAMES Offense |
---|---|---|---|---|
0.60 | 83 | Interceptions | 50 | 0.60 |
1.00 | 70 | Fumbles | 5 | 0.40 |
0.40 | 83 | Fumbles Lost | 57 | 0.40 |
1.00 | 94 | Total Turnovers | 46 | 1.00 |
7.80 | 19 | Penalties | 130 | 8.60 |
84.80 | 2 | Penalty Yards | 133 | 80.40 |
Drives & Special Teams
ULL Defense | Def. Rank | Stat | Off. Rank | JAMES Offense |
---|---|---|---|---|
34:10 | 132 | Time on Field | 5 | 34:04 |
70.40 | 115 | Number of Plays | 24 | 71.20 |
5.70 | 88 | Yards Per Play | 92 | 5.41 |
3.60 | 111 | Punts | 49 | 3.40 |
43.47 | 91 | Punt Average | 135 | 36.31 |
76.60 | 111 | Return Yards | 17 | 84.60 |
✅ Our CFB Week 7 Pick: James Madison Dukes
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