James Madison beat Troy 31-14 for their inaugural Sun Belt Championship, keeping CFP hopes alive as Sunday’s rankings draw near.

ESPN's Paul Finebaum and Jordan Rodgers debated the CFP including Tulane and James Madison in the 12-team bracket on Monday, Dec. 8.

Barnett’s dual-threat talents mirror in many ways those of Washington quarterback Demond Williams Jr. The Ducks held him to 129 yards passing, with two touchdown passes, and 27 yards rushing, during a 26-14 win at Autzen Stadium on Nov. 29.

James Madison running back Wayne Knight is the Associated Press national player of the week in college football for his performance against Troy in the Sun Belt Conference championship game.

James Madison has hired former Florida coach Billy Napier to replace Bob Chesney, who is leaving for UCLA but would coach the Dukes in the College Football Playoff if they make the 12-team field. Napier,