JMU’s Hiccup, Napier’s Comeback | Florida Gators Football News

James Madison kicked off their Billy Napier era with a bizarre, penalty-filled start—defensive lineman shoving an opponent before the first snap—but bounced back to beat Liberty 20-13, setting the tone for a stellar season. Despite early chaos, JMU finished 12-2, won their conference, and reached the College Football Playoff, losing to Oregon in the first round. The win showcased resilience, echoing Napier’s past struggles at Florida while proving that even messy starts can lead to big wins. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/cb99f10385027caa