2023 FBS Independents Leaders Opponent First Downs - Games in October Only through 01/08/2024
| Name | G | Rush | Pass | Penalty | Total | Total/G | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Massachusetts | 3 | 40 | 20 | 6 | 66 | 22.0 |
| 2 | Notre Dame | 3 | 19 | 26 | 6 | 51 | 17.0 |
| 3 | Army | 4 | 48 | 27 | 1 | 76 | 19.0 |
| 4 | Connecticut | 3 | 38 | 35 | 7 | 80 | 26.7 |