James Madison Dukes vs. Georgia Southern Eagles: 2024 Week 8 Recap

Quick answer

Georgia Southern Eagles defeated James Madison Dukes 28–14 in Week 8, 2024. Final score: James Madison Dukes 14, Georgia Southern Eagles 28.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
James Madison Dukes	0	0	0	6	14
Georgia Southern Eagles	6	12	12	0	28

Stars of the game

Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.

Passing

• JC French (Georgia Southern) — 254.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.04 EPA/play +1.41 EPA
• Alonza Barnett III (James Madison) — 139.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.32 EPA/play -15.25 EPA

Rushing

• Jalen White (Georgia Southern) — 124.0 yds -0.21 EPA
• George Pettaway (James Madison) — 63.0 yds +0.12 EPA
• David Mbadinga (Georgia Southern) — 38.0 yds · 1 TD -0.14 EPA

Receiving

• Derwin Burgess Jr. (Georgia Southern) — 5 rec · 52.0 yds +1.62 EPA
• Cam Ross (James Madison) — 5 rec · 40.0 yds +0.81 EPA
• Josh Dallas (Georgia Southern) — 5 rec · 34.0 yds +0.66 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
JC French	Georgia Southern	32	71.9%	254	3	+0.04	+1.41
Alonza Barnett III	James Madison	47	46.8%	139	1	-0.32	-15.25

Team EPA comparison

Stat	James Madison	Georgia Southern
Plays	73	70
EPA / play	-0.196	-0.135
Total EPA	-14.32	-9.44
Success rate	41.1%	44.3%
Pass EPA / play	-0.324	+0.044
Rush EPA / play	+0.036	-0.285
Yards	254	446

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	James Madison	4	9	-2.82	Punt
Q1	Georgia Southern	2	8	-5.04	Interception
Q1	James Madison	3	-6	-3.34	Missed FG
Q1	Georgia Southern	6	44	-2.53	Fumble
Q1	James Madison	3	9	-1.57	Punt
Q1	Georgia Southern	5	53	+3.65	Rush TD
Q1	James Madison	8	23	-1.74	Punt
Q1	Georgia Southern	3	-3	-2.83	Punt
Q2	James Madison	3	11	-1.97	Punt
Q2	Georgia Southern	18	86	+5.16	Pass TD
Q2	James Madison	3	-6	-1.80	Punt
Q2	Georgia Southern	4	60	+5.98	Pass TD
Q2	James Madison	9	42	-1.48	Ended
Q2	Georgia Southern	11	46	-3.11	Ended
Q3	James Madison	3	-1	-3.40	Punt
Q3	Georgia Southern	2	10	-8.62	Touchdown

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Georgia Southern Eagles · JC French — Interception returned for a touchdown (-7.58 EPA)
2. Q1 · Georgia Southern Eagles · JC French pass intercepted (-6.14 EPA)
3. Q4 · Georgia Southern Eagles · JC French pass intercepted (-5.77 EPA)
4. Q1 · Georgia Southern Eagles · Fumble (-4.77 EPA)
5. Q2 · Georgia Southern Eagles · JC French pass to Tyler Fromm for a touchdown (15 yards) (+4.66 EPA)
6. Q4 · James Madison Dukes · Alonza Barnett III pass to Omarion Dollison for a touchdown (35 yards) (+4.56 EPA)
7. Q4 · James Madison Dukes · Alonza Barnett III sacked for a loss of 6 yards (3rd & 2) (-2.98 EPA)
8. Q3 · Georgia Southern Eagles · JC French pass to Dalen Cobb for 12 yards (3rd & 10) (+2.93 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Georgia Southern Eagles controlled the final (28–14) in Week 8.
• Passing edge: JC French (Georgia Southern) — 254.0 yds, 3 TD.
• EPA edge: Georgia Southern at -0.135 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 Georgia Southern Eagles?

James Madison Dukes 14, Georgia Southern Eagles 28 in Week 8 of the 2024 college football season.

Who won James Madison Dukes vs Georgia Southern Eagles?

Georgia Southern Eagles won with a final score of 14–28.

Where can I find the James Madison Dukes vs Georgia Southern Eagles box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401643812.

Who led James Madison Dukes vs Georgia Southern Eagles in passing?

JC French (Georgia Southern) led passers with 254.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for James Madison Dukes at Georgia Southern Eagles in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.