- Matchup: Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns vs UL Monroe Warhawks
- Event Date: Thursday, November 12, 2026
- Venue: Malone Stadium, Monroe, LA
- Broadcast: ESPN2
- Point Spread: Warhawks (+9.5)
- Total Points Over/Under: 48
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The Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns (6-3) are set to clash with the UL Monroe Warhawks (2-7) at Malone Stadium on Thursday, November 12, 2026. Louisiana enters this matchup as 9.5-point favorites. The point total is established at 48.
The Ragin’ Cajuns have posted a 6-3 record this season. In their most recent game, the Cajuns narrowly defeated the South Alabama Jaguars with a final score of 28-26. During that match, they executed 58 plays for a total of 459 yards. The Cajuns rushed 44 times, accumulating 312 yards, averaging an impressive 7.1 yards per carry. Defensively, they allowed 159 rushing yards on 35 attempts, which translates to 4.5 yards allowed per carry. In the passing game, Louisiana conceded 16 completions on 22 attempts for 210 yards, achieving a completion percentage of 72.7%.
This season, Louisiana has amassed 3,521 total yards. In terms of scoring, they have reached the end zone 7 times through the air and 26 times on the ground, while facing 12 turnovers. Their offense has gained a total of 195 first downs and incurred 52 penalties totaling 407 yards. Averaging 203.6 rushing yards per game, Louisiana ranks 23rd in the nation. The Ragin’ Cajuns score an average of 29.9 points per game.
Defensively, Louisiana has allowed 1,732 passing yards, ranking them 38th in the country. They give up an average of 192.4 yards passing per game, with a completion rate of 62.3%. Overall, they’ve permitted 323.0 yards per game, placing them 32nd in college football. They have surrendered 9 touchdown passes and 12 rushing touchdowns, allowing 4.2 yards per carry and 130.6 rushing yards per game throughout the season. In total, they’ve allowed 1,175 rushing yards after 9 games and rank 45th defensively, conceding 21.8 points per game.
The Warhawks join this matchup with a 2-7 record this season. They recently celebrated a 19-17 victory against the Arkansas State Red Wolves. In that game, UL Monroe’s defense allowed 25 rushing attempts for a total of 120 yards (averaging 4.8 yards per carry). Their pass defense permitted a completion rate of 55.2%, giving up 193 yards on 16 out of 29 attempts. UL Monroe managed to collect 389 total yards over 68 plays (averaging 5.7 yards per play), with a strong rushing performance averaging 5.5 yards per carry and totaling 268 yards on 49 attempts.
The UL Monroe Warhawks average 338.4 total yards per game, placing them 114th in college football. Their offense has incurred 436 yards in penalties from 49 violations, ranking them 108th in D-1. They average 138.0 rushing yards per game, with an overall total of 1,242 rushing yards. The Warhawks have committed 8 interceptions and lost 5 fumbles, accumulating 169 first downs. Their scoring is a challenge, with UL Monroe averaging just 20.1 points per game, putting them at 120th in the nation. They have also thrown for 1,804 yards, averaging 200.4 yards through the air, which ranks them 101st in college football.
On the defensive front, UL Monroe has surrendered 1,900 rushing yards (211.1 yards per game) and 18 rushing touchdowns this season. They have allowed 17 passing touchdowns, averaging 210.1 yards per game, ranking them 61st in D-1. Over the course of the season, the Warhawks have conceded 313 points. Their defensive unit has been on the field for 613 plays, ranking 100th in D-1, and they allow an alarming average of 34.8 points per game, placing them 132nd in college football.
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s Ragin’ Cajuns vs Warhawks college football showdown?
Prediction: Take the Warhawks +9.5
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