2026 Sun Belt Conference Leaders First Downs - Games vs. Ranked Teams Only (AP Poll) through 10/03/2026
| Name | G | Rush | Pass | Penalty | Total | Total/G | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Troy | 1 | 8 | 6 | 4 | 18 | 18.0 |
| 2 | Louisiana | 1 | 6 | 8 | 3 | 17 | 17.0 |
| 3 | Louisiana-Monroe | 1 | 5 | 7 | 2 | 14 | 14.0 |
| 4 | Georgia Southern | 1 | 4 | 15 | 3 | 22 | 22.0 |
| 5 | Louisiana Tech | 1 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 8 | 8.0 |