James Madison University is making its first-ever playoff appearance and has a roster filled with underdogs. The Sporting News takes a deep dive into how the depth chart was constructed here.

The complaining about G6 schools' place in the CFP might be annoying and everpresent, but it’s not entirely wrong.

Athlon Sports’ Steven Lassan offers expert prediction for James Madison vs. Oregon and a full preview of the first-round College Football Playoff game.

Oregon had no problems scoring against James Madison to reach the Orange Bowl and face Texas Tech in the College Football Playoff quarterfinal.

Kickoff from Autzen Stadium is set for 7:30 p.m. ET. The Ducks are 20.5-point favorites in the latest Oregon vs. James Madison odds, while the over/under is 45.5. Before making any James Madison vs. Oregon picks, check out the college football predictions from the SportsLine Projection Model .

Schools like JMU and Tulane deserve a seat at that table,” said Boise State AD Jeramiah Dickey. “Because upsets can happen."

James Madison Dukes vs Oregon Ducks picks, predictions, odds, win probabilities for College Football Playoff Saturday game on Dec. 20. Who will win?

The First Round of the College Football Playoff wraps up on Saturday, Dec. 20 when No. 5 Oregon hosts No. 12 James Madison.

Had the first College Football Playoff game at Autzen Stadium ended at halftime, it would have been a clinical performance by No. 5 Oregon. Even with a lackluster second half, the Ducks breezed by No.

No. 5 Oregon beat No. 12 seed James Madison 51-34 in the first round of the College Football Playoff Saturday afternoon at Autzen Stadium. Here’s a roundup of what was written nationally and in Harrisonburg after the game: No. 5 Oregon beats No. 19 James Madison 51-34 in College Football Playoff opener ( AP)

It's the best time of year to be a college football fan. After another chaotic season, the field for the 12-team College Football Playoff has been set, and in just a few short weeks we'll be crowning a new national champion.