Quick answer
James Madison Dukes defeated Troy Vikings 16–14 in Week 3, 2023. Final score: James Madison Dukes 16, Troy Vikings 14.
Game summary
James Madison Dukes edged Troy Vikings 16–14 in Week 3 of the 2023 season.
- Scoring: 3 touchdowns, 3 field goals across 6 plays.
- Passing leader: Jordan McCloud (James Madison) — 180.0 pass yds, 1 TD, -0.01 EPA/play.
- Rushing leader: Ty Son Lawton — 55.0 yds.
- Receiving leader: Jabre Barber — 6 rec, 89.0 yds.
- EPA edge: James Madison (-0.161/play) vs Troy (-0.166/play).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 James Madison Dukes | 3 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 16 |
 Troy Vikings | 0 | 6 | 0 | 6 | 14 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.
JMUJames Madison DukesField goal good from 28 yards
Field goal good from 36 yards
Gunnar Watson pass to Devonte Ross for a touchdown (14 yards)
Jordan McCloud pass to Elijah Sarratt for a touchdown (9 yards)
Field goal good from 32 yards
Gunnar Watson pass to Jabre Barber for a touchdown (24 yards)
HVCCTroy VikingsFantasyHQ CFB Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- James Madison
Q1FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 11
- Score
- 3-0
Field goal good from 28 yards
- James Madison
Q2FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 19
- Score
- 6-0
Field goal good from 36 yards
- Troy
Q2TD DRDevonte RossPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 6-6
Gunnar Watson pass to Devonte Ross for a touchdown (14 yards)
- James Madison
Q2TD ESElijah SarrattPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 12-6
Jordan McCloud pass to Elijah Sarratt for a touchdown (9 yards)
- James Madison
Q3FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 15
- Score
- 15-6
Field goal good from 32 yards
- Troy
Q4TD JBJabre BarberPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 15-12
Gunnar Watson pass to Jabre Barber for a touchdown (24 yards)
Stars of the game
Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.
Passing
- Jordan McCloud (James Madison) — 180.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.01 EPA/play -0.17 EPA
- Gunnar Watson (Troy) — 298.0 yds · 2 TD · -0.10 EPA/play -5.00 EPA
Rushing
- Ty Son Lawton (James Madison) — 55.0 yds -0.19 EPA
- Kaelon Black (James Madison) — 54.0 yds -0.09 EPA
- Kimani Vidal (Troy) — 27.0 yds -0.41 EPA
Receiving
- Jabre Barber (Troy) — 6 rec · 89.0 yds +1.12 EPA
- Devonte Ross (Troy) — 6 rec · 69.0 yds +1.41 EPA
- Elijah Sarratt (James Madison) — 6 rec · 62.0 yds +1.20 EPA
Quarterback report card
Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.
| Player | Team | Att | Cmp% | Yds | TD | EPA/play | Total EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jordan McCloud | James Madison | 28 | 64.3% | 180 | 1 | -0.01 | -0.17 |
| Gunnar Watson | Troy | 51 | 49.0% | 298 | 2 | -0.10 | -5.00 |
Team EPA comparison
| Stat | James Madison | Troy |
|---|---|---|
| Plays | 63 | 64 |
| EPA / play | -0.161 | -0.166 |
| Total EPA | -10.17 | -10.65 |
| Success rate | 31.7% | 32.8% |
| Pass EPA / play | -0.006 | -0.098 |
| Rush EPA / play | -0.286 | -0.435 |
| Yards | 274 | 330 |
Drive chart
Key possessions and results.
| Qtr | Offense | Plays | Yards | EPA | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 | Troy | 4 | 19 | -4.31 | Interception |
| Q1 | James Madison | 7 | 7 | -2.99 | Punt |
| Q1 | Troy | 4 | 35 | -0.14 | Punt |
| Q1 | James Madison | 3 | 4 | -2.21 | Punt |
| Q1 | Troy | 8 | 19 | -4.84 | Ended |
| Q1 | James Madison | 4 | 41 | -0.73 | Field goal |
| Q2 | Troy | 2 | -1 | -1.96 | Punt |
| Q2 | James Madison | 4 | 14 | -2.28 | Field goal |
| Q2 | Troy | 7 | 65 | +4.57 | Pass TD |
| Q2 | James Madison | 6 | 35 | -0.97 | Punt |
| Q2 | Troy | 3 | 8 | -0.77 | Punt |
| Q2 | James Madison | 9 | 52 | +4.49 | Pass TD |
| Q2 | Troy | 4 | 18 | -0.37 | Punt |
| Q2 | James Madison | 3 | 2 | -0.25 | Ended |
| Q3 | James Madison | 10 | 66 | +1.80 | Field goal |
| Q3 | Troy | 4 | 8 | -2.71 | Punt |
Biggest EPA swings
- Q1 · Troy Vikings · Gunnar Watson pass intercepted (-4.92 EPA)
- Q4 · Troy Vikings · Gunnar Watson pass to Chris Lewis for 22 yards (4th & 3) (+4.31 EPA)
- Q2 · Troy Vikings · Gunnar Watson pass to Devonte Ross for a touchdown (14 yards) (+3.67 EPA)
- Q2 · James Madison Dukes · Jordan McCloud pass to Elijah Sarratt for a touchdown (9 yards) (+3.65 EPA)
- Q1 · Troy Vikings · Gunnar Watson sacked for a loss of 10 yards (4th & 10) (-3.52 EPA)
- Q1 · James Madison Dukes · Fumble (-3.19 EPA)
- Q3 · Troy Vikings · Gunnar Watson pass to Devonte Ross for 11 yards (3rd & 11) (+3.01 EPA)
- Q1 · Troy Vikings · Gunnar Watson pass to Chris Lewis for 30 yards (1st & 10) (+2.77 EPA)
Key takeaways
- James Madison Dukes controlled the final (16–14) in Week 3.
- Passing edge: Jordan McCloud (James Madison) — 180.0 yds, 1 TD.
- EPA edge: James Madison at -0.161 EPA/play.
- Full EPA, scoring map, and play-by-play live in CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Frequently asked questions
What was the final score of James Madison Dukes vs Troy Vikings?
James Madison Dukes 16, Troy Vikings 14 in Week 3 of the 2023 college football season.
Who won James Madison Dukes vs Troy Vikings?
James Madison Dukes won with a final score of 16–14.
Where can I find the James Madison Dukes vs Troy Vikings box score?
See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401531848.
Who led James Madison Dukes vs Troy Vikings in passing?
Jordan McCloud (James Madison) led passers with 180.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.
Full analytics box score
Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for James Madison Dukes at Troy Vikings in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Season records after this game
James Madison Dukes
Entered 2-1 Now 3-1 W
Troy Vikings
Entered 1-2 Now 1-3 L
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