2026 Sun Belt Conference Leaders Rushing Defense - Games vs. Ranked Teams Only (AP Poll) through 10/24/2026
| Name | G | Att | Yards | Avg. | TD | Att/G | Yards/G | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Troy | 1 | 29 | 122 | 4.21 | 1 | 29.00 | 122.00 |
| 2 | Georgia Southern | 1 | 41 | 202 | 4.93 | 2 | 41.00 | 202.00 |
| 3 | Louisiana Tech | 1 | 43 | 147 | 3.42 | 4 | 43.00 | 147.00 |
| 4 | South Alabama | 1 | 42 | 390 | 9.29 | 5 | 42.00 | 390.00 |