The Colonial Athletic Association regularly sends multiple participants to the FCS postseason and showcases some intense battles for those spots. It could be argued, however, that the CAA has lacked a certain level of parity in recent years thanks to one team: James Madison. The Dukes claimed at least a share of the league title in five of the last seven seasons.
JMU was a national power at the FCS level, winning two titles and playing for two others. The Dukes bid the FCS adieu this offseason and set up a schedule that allowed for an immediate move to the FBS’ Sun Belt Conference this fall.