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Troy Storms Back to Defeat James Madison 24-21 in Overtime Thriller

Hayden Wolfe’s 27-yard field goal sealed Troy’s comeback after James Madison committed five turnovers and stalled on nine of its next possessions.

  • On Thursday night, Troy defeated James Madison 24-21 in overtime, erasing a 14-point halftime deficit with a 27-yard field goal by Hayden Wolfe in the extra period.
  • James Madison built a 21-7 halftime lead behind quarterback Camden Coleman, who threw two touchdown passes, and Seth Cromwell, who added a 14-yard rushing score. The Dukes appeared firmly in control early.
  • Defensive back Justin Powe intercepted a pass from Dukes backup JC Evans and returned it 37 yards for a touchdown in the third quarter. Running back Jaheim Merriweather later tied the game with a 28-yard touchdown run.
  • The Trojans' defense held firm in the fourth quarter, stopping the Dukes on fourth down inside the 5-yard line during overtime. Troy improved to 4-4 overall and 2-2 in the Sun Belt Conference.
  • Troy hosts Louisiana Tech on November 7, while James Madison travels to face Southern Mississippi on November 5 after losing its second consecutive Thursday night game on a field goal.
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Hayden Wolfe's field goal in OT lifts Troy to 24-21 victory over James Madison

Hayden Wolfe kicked a 27-yard field goal in overtime and Troy rallied from a 14-point deficit to beat James Madison 24-21. Troy (4-4, 2-2 Sun Belt Conference) turned the ball over on downs at the Dukes’ 41-yard line to start…

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Troy 24, James Madison 21, OT

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Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer broke the news on Thursday, October 29, 2026.
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