- Matchup: UL Monroe Warhawks vs. South Alabama Jaguars
- Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
- Venue: Hancock Whitney Stadium, Mobile, AL
- Broadcast: ESPN+
- Betting Odds: Jaguars favored by 14.5 points
- Total Points Over/Under: 55.5
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The UL Monroe Warhawks (0-4) will travel to Hancock Whitney Stadium on Saturday, October 3, 2026, to face off against the South Alabama Jaguars (2-2). The Jaguars have been established as 14.5-point favorites by the oddsmakers. The total points over/under stands at 55.5.
This season, the UL Monroe Warhawks are struggling with a record of 0-4. In their previous game, they suffered a defeat against the Florida Atlantic Owls, ending the game 45-17. The Warhawks had 25 rushing attempts for only 54 yards, averaging a mere 2.2 yards per carry. Overall, they executed 55 plays for a total of 332 yards. On defense, UL Monroe allowed 31 completed passes out of 42 attempts, yielding 333 yards, equating to a completion rate of 73.8%. Against the run, they conceded 234 yards on 47 carries, averaging 5.0 yards per rush.
This season, the Warhawks have totaled 1,378 offensive yards. In terms of scoring, UL Monroe has registered 6 passing touchdowns and 4 rushing touchdowns, alongside 4 turnovers. The team has earned 73 first downs but has incurred 18 penalties, costing 155 yards. Currently, they average 143.3 rushing yards per game, ranking them 97th in Division 1. Scoring-wise, the Warhawks average 21.3 points per game.
Defensively, UL Monroe ranks 138th in college football, allowing 42.8 points per game. They concede an average of 5.8 yards per rush and 242.3 rushing yards per game, totaling 969 rushing yards allowed this season. In terms of passing, they have permitted 1,020 yards, ranking them 119th nationally, and have allowed an average of 255.0 passing yards per game with a completion percentage of 67.1%. Overall, they have surrendered an alarming 497.3 yards per game, putting them 138th in the country. They have given up 9 passing touchdowns and 9 rushing touchdowns so far.
The South Alabama Jaguars are heading into this game with a 2-2 record this season. Their latest performance was a 45-21 loss to the Kentucky Wildcats. In that matchup, the Jaguars averaged only 2.8 yards per carry, finishing with 88 rushing yards on 31 attempts. Overall, they gained 354 yards from 74 plays, averaging 4.8 yards per play. On defense, South Alabama’s secondary allowed a completion rate of 73.1%, conceding 177 yards on 19 completions from 26 attempts, while allowing 390 rushing yards on 42 attempts, averaging 9.3 yards per rush.
Offensively, the Jaguars are positioned 68th nationwide, averaging 31.3 points per game. They also rank 57th in Division 1 for total offensive yards, averaging 421.3 yards per game. South Alabama has accumulated 234 penalty yards across 27 penalties, ranking them 58th in D-1. The Jaguars have thrown 2 interceptions, yet they have recovered all fumbles and achieved 92 first downs this season. Cumulatively, they have attained 908 passing yards, averaging 227.0 passing yards per game, ranking 73rd in D-1, while they average 194.3 rushing yards per game, totaling 777 rushing yards.
Defensively, South Alabama has permitted 800 rushing yards this season (200.0 yards per game) and 9 rushing touchdowns. They have allowed 8 passing touchdowns and 202.3 yards per game, positioning them 67th nationally. Cumulatively, they have given up 123 points. Their defense has forced 3 fumbles and recorded 3 interceptions thus far. The Jaguars’ defense has been active, participating in 215 plays, ranking them 10th in Division 1, but are allowing an average of 30.8 points per game, which ranks them 121st in the nation.
Who will clinch victory in this exciting match-up between the Warhawks and the Jaguars?
Prediction: Bet on the Jaguars -14.5
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