Troy stuns James Madison 24-21 in overtime behind 5 takeaways
JMU drops a second-straight OT game on a walkoff field goal. This time, at home against Troy.
Harrisonburg, VA - October 29 saw an unexpected upset as Troy Trojans defeated reigning Sun Belt champions James Madison 24-21 in overtime. The Dukes, favored in their previous matchup, started the game strongly, scoring three touchdowns in their first three possessions. However, they struggled to convert on fourth downs in the second quarter, leading to seven turnovers and three-and-outs.
The Trojans capitalized on these mistakes, cutting the deficit to 21-14 after halftime and scoring a touchdown on a short field. With 3:21 left on the clock, Troy kicker Hayden Wolfe missed a 48-yard field goal attempt, sparking a 37-yard pick-six by James Madison free safety Justin Powe in the final minute of the third quarter.
Overtime saw the Dukes get the ball first, but Troy's defense held them scoreless. Troy then faced a fourth down and executed a game-winning 27-yard field goal by Wolfe, shocking the Bridgeforth Stadium crowd and ending James Madison's 12-game home winning streak. This victory avenged Troy's 2025 Sun Belt Championship Game loss to James Madison and brought them bowl eligibility.
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