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Jaylen Hampton - Kept quiet in loss Hampton totaled four receptions (on six targets) for 19 yards during Saturday's 34-7 defeat versus Louisiana.

Impact Hampton's quiet night was a result of poor quarterback play, as starter Cole Gonzales struggled and backup Conner Harrell couldn't spark the offense. He accounted for 19 of the team's total receiving yards as the passing attack stalled. Since the season opener, he has recorded 12 receptions for 107 yards.

22 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Khamani Alexander - Bottled up by Louisiana Alexander recorded five rushes for eight yards and hauled in their only target for five yards during Saturday's 34-7 loss versus Louisiana.

Impact Alexander and Charlotte's rushing attack couldn't find success against Louisiana's defense, totaling just 26 yards on the ground. The running back once again finished under 20 yards, raising concerns over whether the rushing attack can be sustainable heading into conference play. Despite the struggles, he led the team with five carries, as no other ball carrier surpassed three.

22 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Conner Harrell - Steps in late under center Harrell completed 8 of 13 passes for 43 yards during Saturday's 34-7 loss to Louisiana.

Impact Harrell saw action under center for the first time since Week 2, relieving starter Cole Gonzales to begin the team's first offensive possession of the fourth quarter. The quarterback was efficient on his 13 pass attempts but committed a turnover when he fumbled and lost the ball. An opportunity to seize the starting job could be opening up for Harrell, especially considering Gonzales has struggled to begin the season.

22 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Cole Gonzales - Turnovers continue in loss Gonzales was 9-for-16 passing for 68 yards and one interception during Saturday's 34-7 defeat versus Louisiana.

Impact Gonzales threw an interception for the fourth consecutive game, and following the turnover, he was benched to begin the fourth quarter, with backup Conner Harrell stepping in to replace him. The quarterback hasn't thrown a touchdown since the season opener against The Citadel, managing very little production through the air since. Harrell didn't impress on the stat sheet when he took over, even committing a turnover himself, but Gonzales' recent struggles might prompt a change at quarterback if head coach Tim Albin decides to make a switch. Through four games this season, Gonzales has thrown for 729 yards, three touchdowns and six interceptions.

22 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Winfield rushes, throws for TDs to lead Louisiana-Lafayette over Charlotte 34-7

Lunch Winfield rushed for a touchdown and threw for another, Anthony Reagan Jr. and JJ Garner also had rushing scores, and Louisiana-Lafayette took down Charlotte 34-7 on Saturday

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

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2 DAYS AGO • THEBIGLEAD.COM

How to watch Louisiana vs Charlotte: Live stream NCAA College Football, TV channel The Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns hit the road Saturday evening when they visit the Charlotte 49ers for the first-ever meeting between the two pro...

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Jaden Barnes - Heavy volume in defeat Barnes gathered in 10 of 12 targets for 97 yards during Saturday's 26-21 defeat versus Appalachian State.

Impact Barnes put together a solid outing against his former team, even though Charlotte came up short. He hauled in double-digit receptions and finished just shy of 100 receiving yards as he looks to cross that threshold for the first time this season. The wideout has led the team in receiving through the first three games, recording 21 catches for 207 yards.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Jaylen Hampton - Reels in 50 yards Hampton reeled in 4 of 7 targets for 50 yards during Saturday's 26-21 loss against Appalachian State.

Impact Hampton was targeted seven times, indicating that Cole Gonzales will continue to look his way even when the offense is struggling. The wideout has been quiet in his last two games, recording seven receptions for 75 yards after a big season opener where he posted 117 yards and two touchdowns. He'll aim to get more involved in the passing attack against Louisiana-Lafayette in a Week 4 matchup.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Khamani Alexander - Short-yardage scores in loss Alexander accrued 13 rushes for 18 yards and two touchdowns and caught 2 of 4 targets for 14 yards during Saturday's 26-21 defeat against Appalachian State.

Impact Alexander salvaged his performance by scoring both of Charlotte's offensive touchdowns on a pair of one-yard rushes. It was another game in which he failed to top 20 yards on the ground, as the team managed only 36 total rushing yards. However, the running back showcased his leverage in the passing game by hauling in two receptions, suggesting that he could be utilized as a dual-threat option moving forward.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Cole Gonzales - Two picks in loss Gonzales completed 22 of 35 passes for 211 yards and two interceptions during Saturday's 26-21 loss to Appalachian State.

Impact Turnovers continue to be a problem for Gonzales, who has totaled five interceptions this season. He hasn't thrown a touchdown pass in the last two games after tossing three in the season opener, raising questions about whether his starting job is secure as conference play approaches. The signal-caller finished out the game, but he ended his night on a sour note by throwing an interception on the final offensive possession. Conner Harrell sits behind him on the depth chart and will be ready if an opportunity arises, having seen brief action against Ole Miss last week.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Dabo Swinney's Tigers quiet critics for now with comeback win; Bill Belichick's Tar Heels stumble

Dabo Swinney has faced criticism for Clemson's recent struggles and reluctance to adapt to the NIL and transfer portal era

SEPTEMBER 20 • Associated Press

How to watch Charlotte vs Appalachian State: Live stream NCAA College Football, TV channel The Charlotte 49ers head to Boone on Saturday to face the Appalachian State Mountaineers in a sold-out in-state matchup at Kidd Brewer Stadi...

SEPTEMBER 19 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

No. 13 Texas Tech opens Big 12 title defense vs. No. 22 Houston, and league goes international again

The Big 12 Conference has some exciting matchups this week

SEPTEMBER 16 • Associated Press

College football Week 3: Finally, it's time for Kiffin's return to Mississippi for top-10 showdown

The nearly 10-month wait for Lane Kiffin’s return to Oxford is almost over

SEPTEMBER 16 • Associated Press

Khamani Alexander - Kept in check against Ole Miss Alexander totaled six carries for 12 yards during Saturday's 41-9 loss versus Mississippi.

Impact Alexander and the entire 49ers' backfield were stuffed by Mississippi's defense as the team couldn't score a touchdown. The running back attempted six carries but couldn't produce much on the ground, as Chance Williams was the only effective rusher, recording 74 yards on nine carries.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Jaylen Hampton - Quiet night in loss Hampton notched three receptions (on four targets) for 25 yards during Saturday's 41-9 defeat to Mississippi.

Impact Hampton, after an electric season opener, couldn't break through the Rebels' secondary, hauling in just three receptions. He wasn't the only receiver to struggle, as Charlotte's receiving corps couldn't produce much through the air, finishing with only 179 total yards. Luckily for Hampton, he doesn't have to face a ranked team in Week 3, as Charlotte is scheduled to play Appalachian State, where he'll look to bounce back.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Derrick Eley - Nets 56 yards Eley compiled two receptions (on three targets) for 56 yards during Saturday's 41-9 defeat versus Mississippi.

Impact Eley led Charlotte's receiving corps with two receptions and a team-high 56 yards. It was a quiet night in the passing attack, largely due to the struggles of starting quarterback Cole Gonzales in comparison to the 49ers' explosive Week 1 against The Citadel. The wideout still was able to make the most of his two receptions as he looks to lead the receiver room once again against Appalachian State in Week 3.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Cole Gonzales - Struggles against Rebels Gonzales completed 14 of 21 passes for 128 yards and one interception during Saturday's 41-9 defeat versus Mississippi. He also had five rushes for six yards.

Impact Gonzales was coming off a productive game against The Citadel in Week 1, but his real test came against the Rebels on Saturday. The starting quarterback wasn't able to find any success through the air, throwing for under 150 yards and tossing his third pick of the season. His starting job should still be intact even though Connor Harrell stepped in late in the fourth quarter due to the blowout. It was a forgettable game and a tough challenge against one of the best teams in the country, so he will look ahead to Saturday at Appalachian State to bounce back.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

How to watch Charlotte vs Ole Miss: Live stream NCAA College Football, TV channel After escaping with a season-opening win on Sunday night, the No. 9 Ole Miss Rebels (1-0) host the Charlotte 49ers (0-1) in their home opene...

SEPTEMBER 12 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

Conner Harrell - Sees action in Week 2 Harrell replaced Cole Gonzales to open the fourth quarter of Saturday's game against Ole Miss, Hunter Bailey of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Impact Harrell missed most of the 2025 season due to a brutal knee injury, but he returned to the active roster in Week 1 and is now back on the field in Week 2. However, he is expected to remain the 49ers' QB2 moving forward, at least for the time being.

SEPTEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Four Things That Will Decide Ole Miss vs. Charlotte The Ole Miss Rebels (1-0) will take on the Charlotte 49ers (0-1) in the Rebels' first home game of the 2026 season. The Rebels come off a th...

SEPTEMBER 12 • SI.COM

Matchups That Will Decide Ole Miss's Week Two Game Against Charlotte The Ole Miss Rebels will return to Vaught-Hemingway Stadium to take on the Charlotte 49ers in Week Two. The matchup will allow Ole Miss to c...

SEPTEMBER 8 • SI.COM

Khamani Alexander - Leading rusher in loss Alexander had 14 carries for 138 yards and one touchdown and gathered in 1 of 2 targets for five yards during Saturday's 43-41 overtime defeat versus Citadel.

Impact Alexander passed the century mark for the first time in his career and emerged as the 49ers' lead back. Chance Williams was the likely starter but couldn't provide a lift to the ground game (11-42-0). The running back led the team with 14 carries and notched the longest rush of the game, taking a handoff 66 yards for a touchdown in the first quarter. For now, Alexander and Williams should split snaps again in Week 2, though it wouldn't be surprising if Alexander took the opening snaps.

SEPTEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Derrick Eley - Records TD in opener Eley caught 4 of 6 targets for 62 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 43-41 overtime loss to Citadel.

Impact Eley reeled in his first touchdown of the season and is set for a bigger role in the passing attack than last season due to the revamped receiving room. He will aim to keep his momentum going into next Saturday's game against Mississippi.

SEPTEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

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