James Madison’s CFP hopes take massive hit after Appalachian State ends unbeaten s…
James Madison · Appalachian StateBilly Napier emerged as the new architect behind the Dukes’ undefeated start. But now Appalachian State just shook up the CFP picture.
APP STATE GIVES JAMES MADISON THEIR FIRST LOSS OF THE SEASON 🚨 Watch sports LIVE with fuboTV (free trial)
The Mountaineers defeat the Dukes 34-31 in overtime. A major result with Sun Belt title and CFP implications.
The fans inside Kidd Brewer Stadium rushed the field after watching the Mountaineers take down a CFP team from a year ago. But in the process, JMU now finds itself on the brink of losing out on returning to the 12-team postseason.
KEY POINTS
- James Madison’s CFP hopes take massive hit after Appalachian State ends unbeaten season.
- James Madison football entered Thursday ranking 24th overall by ClutchPoints , but sparking College Football Playoff conversations.
- The Mountaineers forced overtime before ending the game on a walk-off James London field goal, sealing the 34-31 upset.
- The App State upset also ends Napier's 17-game winning streak against Sun Belt Conference foes.