How to watch James Madison vs Wagner: Live stream NCAA College Football, TV channel
The James Madison Dukes will look to build on a season-opening victory when they welcome the Wagner Seahawks to Bridgeforth Stadium on Saturday afternoon for the first-ever meeting between the programs.
Dec 20, 2025; Eugene, OR, USA; James Madison Dukes tight end Lacota Dippre (15) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the fourth quarter against the Oregon Ducks at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Craig Strobeck-Imagn Images
How to Watch James Madison vs Wagner
- Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026
- Time: 3:30 PM ET
- Channel: ESPN+
- Stream: ESPN Unlimited (watch now)
James Madison opened the Billy Napier era with a 20-13 win over Liberty, scoring on its first four possessions before the defense closed out the victory. Running back George Pettaway and wide receiver Corey Scott scored touchdowns, while safety Jayon Harvey led the defense with eight tackles, a forced fumble and a key fourth-quarter pass breakup. The defending Sun Belt champion Dukes are 4-0 against FCS opponents since moving to the FBS level in 2022 and have won eight consecutive games at home.
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Wagner enters at 1-1 after defeating Southern Connecticut State 31-7, with redshirt freshman quarterback Benjamin Newman throwing for 267 yards and three touchdowns in his first career start. The Seahawks defense held Southern Connecticut State to just 146 total yards, but Saturday brings a significant jump in competition against a James Madison program that reached the College Football Playoff last season. Wagner is still searching for its first victory over an FBS opponent, carrying a 0-21 record in those matchups into Harrisonburg.
This is a great college football matchup that you will not want to miss; make sure to tune in and catch all the action.
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