2026 Sun Belt Conference Leaders Rushing Defense - Games vs. Ranked Teams Only (AP Poll) through 10/03/2026
| Name | G | Att | Yards | Avg. | TD | Att/G | Yards/G | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Troy | 1 | 29 | 122 | 4.21 | 1 | 29.00 | 122.00 |
| 2 | Louisiana Tech | 1 | 43 | 147 | 3.42 | 4 | 43.00 | 147.00 |
| 3 | Georgia Southern | 1 | 41 | 202 | 4.93 | 2 | 41.00 | 202.00 |
| 4 | Louisiana | 1 | 40 | 214 | 5.35 | 1 | 40.00 | 214.00 |
| 5 | Louisiana-Monroe | 1 | 37 | 345 | 9.32 | 4 | 37.00 | 345.00 |