While the No. 5 Oregon Ducks offense has been the glue of the team’s success this season, their defense has also played a pivotal role in helping them earn a sp

Here's what fans need to know about Oregon football's first-round CFP game against James Madison on Dec. 20 at Autzen Stadium.

James Madison’s incoming coach, Billy Napier, could help the Dukes and their outgoing staff in their preparation to face No. 5 Oregon in the first round of the College Football Playoff.

No. 19 James Madison believes it has the resume to earn a spot in the College Football Playoff if it wins Friday's Sun Belt championship against Troy.

The 12th seeded Sun Belt champions draw #5 Ducks as Coach Bob Chesney balances playoff run and future at UCLA.

Billy Napier, who was introduced Wednesday as the successor to Bob Chesney as James Madison's coach, said it's the team's job to continue to make history after making the College Football Playoff.

The Troy Trojans and James Madison Dukes meet Friday in the Sun Belt Championship Game. Kickoff from Bridgeforth Stadium in Harrisonburg, Virginia, is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET.

Then there's the added subplot for James Madison: coach Bob Chesney is set to take over at UCLA, sources confirmed to CBS Sports. While the timing of the move could be a distraction, Chesney's focus remains on guiding the Dukes toward their first conference championship since joining the FBS in 2022.

With preparations underway for the 2025 CFP for Oregon, let's break down one of James Madison's best players: running back Wayne Knight.