James Madison Dukes defeat Liberty Flames 20-13: Recap & Betting Results
Sat, Sep 5, 2026 · NCAAF · Liberty Flames 13, James Madison Dukes 20
The James Madison Dukes beat the Liberty Flames 20-13 on Saturday, September 5, 2026, at Bridgeforth Stadium. The James Madison Dukes covered the spread as 6.5-point favorites. The game went under the closing total of 51, with 33 points combined.
Liberty Flames vs. James Madison Dukes final score and game recap
The James Madison Dukes led 7-0 after the first quarter and 17-6 at halftime. The Liberty Flames outscored the James Madison Dukes 7-3 in the second half. The James Madison Dukes led at the end of every quarter.
The leading performers, from the box score:
- Deshawn Purdie (Liberty Flames): 17/27 passing for 230 yards, 1 touchdown, 0 interceptions.
- Makai Jackson (Liberty Flames): 3 catches for 73 yards, 1 receiving touchdown.
- JC Evans (James Madison Dukes): 9 carries for 69 yards.
- George Pettaway (James Madison Dukes): 15 carries for 47 yards, 1 rushing touchdown.
Who covered the spread in Liberty Flames vs. James Madison Dukes?
The James Madison Dukes covered the spread as 6.5-point favorites, winning by 7 points.
The spread opened and closed at James Madison Dukes -6.5.
Did Liberty Flames vs. James Madison Dukes go over or under the total?
The game went under: 33 points combined against a closing total of 51, under by 18. 23 of the 33 points came in the first half.
The total opened at 50.5 and closed at 51.
Liberty Flames and James Madison Dukes betting trends: 2026 season
This result left the Liberty Flames 0-1 in the 2026 regular season. Against the spread, they covered in 0 of 1 game with a closing line on file. Their only game with a closing total went under.
This result left the James Madison Dukes 1-0 in the 2026 regular season. Against the spread, they covered in 1 of 1 game with a closing line on file. Their only game with a closing total went under.
What's next for Liberty Flames and James Madison Dukes?
Next for the Liberty Flames: the Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs at home on Saturday, September 12, 2026. Next for the James Madison Dukes: the Wagner Seahawks at home on Saturday, September 12, 2026.