- Matchup: Arkansas State Red Wolves vs Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns
- Event Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
- Venue: Our Lady of Lourdes Stadium, Lafayette, LA
- Broadcasting On: ESPN+
- Betting Odds: Ragin’ Cajuns favored by 7 points
- Over-Under Total: 46.5
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This Saturday, October 3, 2026, the Arkansas State Red Wolves (2-2) will visit Our Lady of Lourdes Stadium to face the Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns (3-1). The Red Wolves head into this contest as 7-point underdogs according to Las Vegas lines, with the total set at 46.5 points.
The Arkansas State Red Wolves enter the game with a 2-2 record for the current season. Their most recent matchup was a close victory against the Kennesaw State Owls, finishing 17-14. During that game, the Red Wolves executed 62 plays for 363 total yards. The team rushed 31 times for 119 yards, averaging 3.8 yards per carry. Defensively, Arkansas State allowed 197 rushing yards on 38 attempts, equating to an average of 5.2 yards per carry. In the passing game, the Red Wolves conceded 17 completions on 24 attempts, resulting in 129 yards and a completion percentage of 70.8%.
Defensively, Arkansas State ranks 74th in Division 1 in terms of points allowed, giving up an average of 23.5 per game. They allow 4.9 yards per rushing attempt and have conceded 183.8 rushing yards per game. Through 4 games, they have surrendered 735 rushing yards in total. In the passing game, the Red Wolves have given up 828 yards, ranking 72nd in D-1, which translates to an average of 207.0 yards per game and a completion percentage of 67.8%. In total, they are allowing 390.8 yards per game, placing them 110th nationally. They’ve allowed 6 touchdown passes and 7 touchdowns on the ground.
The Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns boast a 3-1 record this season. In their last outing, they secured a dominant 34-7 victory against the Charlotte 49ers. Louisiana recorded 292 total yards while running 78 plays at an average of 3.7 yards per play. Their run game averaged 2.7 yards per attempt, totaling 133 yards on 49 carries. On defense, the Ragin’ Cajuns allowed just 15 rushing attempts for 26 yards (1.7 yards per carry) and had a pass defense that conceded a 56.7% completion rate for 111 yards on 17 completions out of 30 attempts.
The Ragin’ Cajuns are averaging 364.8 yards per game, positioning them at 96th in the nation. Their offenses have been flagged for 25 penalties totaling 208 yards, placing them 80th for penalties that aid opponents. Louisiana’s ground game averages 186.8 yards per game, accumulating a total of 747 yards this season. They have thrown 3 interceptions and lost 3 fumbles, while achieving 85 first downs. When it comes to scoring, the Ragin’ Cajuns are ranked 71st in D-1, averaging 30.8 points per game. This season, they have amassed a total of 712 passing yards, averaging 178.0 passing yards per game, placing them 113th nationally.
Defensively, Louisiana has allowed 370 yards on the ground this season (averaging 92.5 yards allowed per game) and has given up 2 rushing touchdowns. In the air, they have conceded 5 touchdown passes and 168.3 passing yards per game, ranking them 28th in the nation. Overall, they have allowed a total of 77 points. Their defense has also caused 4 fumbles and intercepted 6 passes this season. Participating in 234 defensive plays so far, the Ragin’ Cajuns rank 31st overall. They allow an average of 19.3 points per contest, which positions them 43rd in college football.
Who will cover the spread in today’s Red Wolves vs. Ragin’ Cajuns showdown?
Prediction: Bet on the Ragin’ Cajuns -7.0
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