2026 Conference USA Leaders Opponent First Downs - Games vs. Ranked Teams Only (AP Poll) through 11/04/2026
| Name | G | Rush | Pass | Penalty | Total | Total/G | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Mexico State | 1 | 14 | 4 | 1 | 19 | 19.0 |
| 2 | Kennesaw State | 1 | 14 | 8 | 4 | 26 | 26.0 |
| 3 | Sam Houston State | 1 | 14 | 9 | 1 | 24 | 24.0 |
| 4 | Western Kentucky | 2 | 19 | 22 | 1 | 42 | 21.0 |