The Boca Raton Bowl promises an intriguing clash as James Madison and Western Kentucky prepare to square off under unique circumstances at FAU Stadium in Boca Raton, Florida.
James Madison enters the bowl game with an 8-4 record, but their season ended on a sour note with consecutive losses. It’s been a transitional year for the Dukes, with Bob Chesney taking over as head coach following Curt Cignetti’s departure.
While their bowl eligibility was the subject of controversy in 2023, no such debates surround their participation this season. However, their quarterback situation remains uncertain.
Western Kentucky, meanwhile, finds itself navigating tumultuous waters. Despite finishing 8-5 and earning a spot in the Conference-USA championship game, the Hilltoppers have been decimated by transfers. Over 25 players, including star quarterback and Conference-USA Offensive Player of the Year Caden Veltkamp, have entered the transfer portal. Backup quarterback T.J. Finley is among those departing.
The Sporting News has everything you need to know about how to watch James Madison vs. WKU.
What channel is James Madison vs. WKU on today?
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live stream: Fubo
James Madison vs. WKU will air live on ESPN, with Chris Cotter (play-by-play announcer) and Mark Herzlich (color analyst) calling the action. The viewers in the US can also stream the game live with Fubo.
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Boca Raton Bowl start time
- Date: Wednesday, Dec 18
- Time: 5:30 p.m. ET
James Madison vs. WKU will kick off from FAU Stadium in Boca Raton, Florida at 5:30 p.m. ET on Wednesday, Dec 18.
James Madison vs. WKU radio station
- Radio channel: SiriusXM channel 391 (home), 84 (away)
You can listen to the James Madison vs. WKU live on SiriusXM. The James Madison broadcast can be found on channel 391, while WKU fans will want to tune into channel 84 for their team-specific game commentary.
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Boca Raton Bowl location, stadium
- City: Boca Raton
- Stadium: FAU Stadium
The Boca Raton Bowl is held at FAU Stadium, located on the campus of Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton, Florida. The stadium has a seating capacity of approximately 29,419 and primarily serves as the home field for the FAU Owls football team.
This venue is known for its vibrant atmosphere and is often described as a festive location for college football events, hosting various bowl games and other athletic competitions throughout the year.
College football bowl schedule 2024-25
Wednesday, Dec. 18
| Bowl | Matchup | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|
| Boca Raton Bowl | Western Kentucky vs. James Madison | 5:30 p.m. | ESPN, Fubo |
| LA Bowl | Cal vs. UNLV | 9 p.m. | ESPN, Fubo |
Thursday, Dec. 19
| Bowl | Matchup | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|
| New Orleans Bowl | Georgia Southern vs. Sam Houston | 7 p.m. | ESPN2, Fubo |
Friday, Dec. 20
Saturday, Dec. 21
Monday, Dec. 23
Tuesday, Dec. 24
| Bowl | Matchup | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|
| Hawaii Bowl | South Florida vs. San Jose State | 8 p.m. | ESPN, Fubo |
Thursday, Dec. 26
Friday, Dec. 27
Saturday, Dec. 28
Monday, Dec. 30
| Bowl | Matchup | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|
| Music City Bowl | Iowa vs. Missouri | 2:30 p.m. | ESPN, Fubo |
Tuesday, Dec. 31
| Bowl | Matchup | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|
| ReliaQuest Bowl | Alabama vs. Michigan | Noon | ESPN, Fubo |
| Sun Bowl | Louisville vs. Washington | 2 p.m. | CBS, Fubo, Paramount+ |
| Citrus Bowl | South Carolina vs. Illinois | 3 p.m. | ABC, Fubo |
| Texas Bowl | LSU vs. Baylor | 3:30 p.m. | ESPN, Fubo |
| CFP Quarterfinal (Fiesta Bowl) | Boise State vs. Penn State/SMU | 7:30 p.m. | ESPN, Fubo |
Wednesday, Jan. 1
| Bowl | Matchup | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|
| CFP Quarterfinal (Peach Bowl) | Arizona State vs. Texas/Clemson | 1 p.m. | ESPN, Fubo |
| CFP Quarterfinal (Rose Bowl) | Oregon vs. Ohio State/Tennessee | 5 p.m. | ESPN, Fubo |
| CFP Quarterfinal (Sugar Bowl) | Georgia vs. Notre Dame/Indiana | 8:45 p.m. | ESPN, Fubo |
Thursday, Jan. 2
| Bowl | Matchup | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|
| Gator Bowl | Duke vs. Ole Miss | 7:30 p.m. | ESPN, Fubo |
Friday, Jan. 3
Saturday, Jan. 4
| Bowl | Matchup | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|
| Bahamas Bowl | Liberty vs. Buffalo | 11 a.m. | ESPN2, Fubo |
Thursday, Jan. 9
| Bowl | Matchup | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|
| CFP Semifinal (Orange Bowl) | Sugar Bowl winner vs. Fiesta Bowl winner | 7:30 p.m. | ESPN, Fubo |
Friday, Jan. 10
| Bowl | Matchup | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|
| CFP Semifinal (Cotton Bowl) | Rose Bowl winner vs. Peach Bowl winner | 7:30 p.m. | ESPN, Fubo |
Monday, Jan. 20
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