2026 FBS Independents Leaders First Downs - Games in August/September Only through 10/01/2026
| Name | G | Rush | Pass | Penalty | Total | Total/G | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Notre Dame | 4 | 32 | 45 | 6 | 83 | 20.8 |
| 2 | Connecticut | 4 | 32 | 44 | 6 | 82 | 20.5 |
| Name | G | Rush | Pass | Penalty | Total | Total/G | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Notre Dame | 4 | 32 | 45 | 6 | 83 | 20.8 |
| 2 | Connecticut | 4 | 32 | 44 | 6 | 82 | 20.5 |