Western Kentucky vs James Madison Boca Raton Bowl Prediction | College Football Best Bets

The Western Kentucky Hilltoppers are set for a showdown with the James Madison Dukes in the Boca Raton Bowl. Western Kentucky enters this matchup at 8-5 after falling short in the Conference USA Championship, as they’ll be looking to end their season with a win. However, to do that, they’ll have to knock off an 8-4 James Madison squad hoping to snap their two-game losing streak. Nonetheless, between two even squads, this game could come down to a dogfight between the feisty teams.

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Western Kentucky vs James Madison

• Location: FAU Stadium (Boca Raton, Florida) | Time: 5:30 PM ET
• Where to Watch: ESPN
• Spread: -6.5, Moneyline: -240, Total: 51.5

Western Kentucky vs James Madison Best Bet: James Madison -6.5

James Madison has impressed this season despite losing Curt Cignetti last offseason. The Dukes have looked the part and put together some impressive wins throughout the year. While Western Kentucky has the talent to make this a close matchup, after their rough loss in the championship game, they could have difficulty getting refocused, especially against a team with plenty of rest time. This feels like a game James Madison could run away with.

Western Kentucky vs James Madison Best Total Bet: Over 51.5

Entering this matchup, James Madison averages a whopping 36.7 points per game. Meanwhile, the Hilltoppers trail just behind with 26.9 points per game. However, this game could be a one-sided scoring outing, with it being a tall task to get over the 51.5-point set total mark. Assuming James Madison takes care of business, a final score of 31-17 seems realistic.

Western Kentucky Best Player Bet: Kisean Johnson Any Time Touchdown +100

Kisean Johnson has arguably been one of, if not the best, offensive playmakers for the Hilltoppers this season. The wide receiver has 855 receiving yards and seven touchdowns on the season. In a game where Western Kentucky will likely be playing from behind, an increased volume in the passing game could be the perfect scenario for Johnson to cash in another touchdown to end his season on a high note.

James Madison Best Player Bet: George Pettaway 80+ Rushing Yards +140

George Pettaway has been a reliable force for James Madison all season long in his first year with the Dukes. The running back has totaled 880 rushing yards and five touchdowns, averaging 5.9 yards per carry on the season. Pettaway has surpassed 80+ rushing yards seven times this season and could be in line for another big game to end his sophomore year with a bang.

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