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James Madison reportedly has moved quickly to finalize its next coaching hire.

Billy Napier, who guided the Sun Belt’s Louisiana to a 33-5 record in his final three years with the Ragin’ Cajuns before going 22-23 with the Florida Gators and losing his job this season, has agreed to a five-year contract with JMU, according to Pete Thamel. A formal announcement is expected Saturday.

Tonight, though, is for the current Dukes to play host to Troy at 7 on ESPN for the Sun Belt championship. According to multiple reports, JMU’s Bob Chesney, named the Sun Belt Coach of the Year, has agreed to become UCLA’s coach after this, his second season with the Dukes. JMU, 25th in the College Football Playoff rankings, could make the 12-team

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