HARRISONBURG, Va. (AP) — James Madison has hired former Florida coach Billy Napier to replace Bob Chesney, who is leaving for UCLA but would coach the Dukes in the College Football Playoff if they make the 12-team field.

Napier, who was 22-23 in four seasons at Florida, was fired Oct. 19. Chesney, who coached JMU to a 12-1 record and Sun Belt Conference championship, was officially announced as UCLA’s new coach on Saturday.

The Dukes, No. 19 in The Associated Press poll and No. 25 in the CFP rankings, will find out Sunday if they are in the playoff.

“We are humbled and honored to accept this incredible opportunity to be the head football coach at the James Madison University,” Napier said in a statement. “I’ve been blown away with the alignment & vision at JMU. There is dynamic le

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