2026 Conference USA Leaders Rushing Defense - Games vs. Ranked Teams Only (AP Poll) through 11/04/2026
| Name | G | Att | Yards | Avg. | TD | Att/G | Yards/G | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sam Houston State | 1 | 35 | 219 | 6.26 | 3 | 35.00 | 219.00 |
| 2 | Kennesaw State | 1 | 41 | 268 | 6.54 | 4 | 41.00 | 268.00 |
| 3 | New Mexico State | 1 | 47 | 253 | 5.38 | 5 | 47.00 | 253.00 |
| 4 | Western Kentucky | 2 | 76 | 467 | 6.14 | 6 | 38.00 | 233.50 |