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JJ Garner leads Louisiana-Lafayette to bowl-eligibility again with 28-26 win over South Alabama

JJ Garner returned the opening kickoff 100 yards for a touchdown then ran for 136 yards as Louisiana-Lafayette reached bowl-eligibility with a 28-26 victory over South Alabama

12 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Micah Woods - Out for season Woods (undisclosed) has been ruled out for the rest of the 2026 season, per the Sun Belt availability report.

Impact Woods will end his 2026 campaign with nine receptions for 142 yards on 19 targets. He played in seven games, which was the same number he appeared in last season with South Alabama. He will now focus on recovering, with the hope of being ready in time for next year.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jeremiah Jones-Thomas - Available Saturday Jones-Thomas (undisclosed) is ready to rock for Saturday's matchup versus Louisiana-Lafayette, per the Sun Belt availability report.

Impact Jones-Thomas missed last week for undisclosed reasons, but he'll be available in Week 10 at Louisiana-Lafayette. The receiver has 23 catches for 266 yards and one touchdown this season.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jared Hollins - Throws two touchdowns in loss Hollins was 14-for-31 passing for 192 yards, two touchdowns and one interception during Saturday's 35-20 defeat versus Louisiana Tech. He also had 14 rushes for 38 yards.

Impact Both of Hollins' touchdown passes came in the first quarter during Saturday's loss. Hollins connected with Anthony Eager for both scores, first on a 10-yard strike then from nine yards out. Through seven games, Hollins has thrown for 1195 yards, nine touchdowns and four interceptions.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

PJ Martin - Leads Jaguars' backfield in loss Martin logged 12 carries for 82 yards and hauled in their only target for 13 yards during Saturday's 35-20 loss to Louisiana Tech.

Impact While fellow running back Keenan Phillips found the end zone, Martin received one more carry and produced 20 more yards than him on Saturday. Martin was held without a touchdown for the first time this season, but through eight games, he has run for 552 yards and seven scores on 118 attempts.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Keenan Phillips - Rushing score in defeat Phillips notched 11 carries for 62 yards and one touchdown and caught their only target for 16 yards during Saturday's 35-20 loss versus Louisiana Tech.

Impact Phillips found the end zone for the fifth time in his past four games when he punched in an 11-yard touchdown in the second quarter. Through eight games, Phillips has run for 576 yards and six touchdowns on 107 carries.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Anthony Eager - Finds end zone twice in loss Eager reeled in seven of 13 targets for 102 yards and two touchdowns during Saturday's 35-20 loss versus Louisiana Tech.

Impact Eager opened the scoring on Saturday with a 10-yard touchdown before quarterback Jared Hollins found him again for a nine-yard touchdown to close out the first quarter. Through eight games this season, Eager has hauled in 20 receptions for 450 yards and six touchdowns.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jeremiah Jones-Thomas - Ends up missing loss Jones-Thomas (undisclosed) did not play in Saturday's 35-20 defeat to Louisiana Tech.

Impact Jones-Thomas missed his first game of the season Saturday after being deemed a game-time decision prior to kickoff. The wideout has been a dependable target this fall, recording 23 catches for 266 yards and one touchdown. His next opportunity to take the field is against Louisiana-Lafayette in Week 10.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Baker throws 3 TD passes to lead Louisiana Tech over South Alabama 35-20

Blake Baker throws three touchdown passes as Louisiana Tech defeats South Alabama 35-20

OCTOBER 31 • Associated Press

Jeremiah Jones-Thomas - Shifts to game-time call Jones-Thomas (undisclosed) is a game-time decision for Saturday's game versus Louisiana Tech, per the Sun Belt availability report.

Impact Jones-Thomas was originally probable heading into the matchup, but it appears he'll be a true game-time decision for the Jaguars' home game. The sophomore wide receiver has 23 receptions for 266 yards and one touchdown on the year.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Dominic White - Will be available for Saturday White (undisclosed) has been given the green light for Saturday's clash with Louisiana Tech, per the Sun Belt availability report.

Impact White has yet to record a snap for South Alabama this season, but the fact that he's been given the green light to play doesn't mean he'll be an option in the passing game. Chances are he'll continue to have a minimal rol on offense for the time being.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Jeremiah Jones-Thomas - Trending toward playing Saturday Jones-Thomas is considered probable for Saturday's matchup versus Louisiana Tech, per the Sun Belt availability report.

Impact Despite an undisclosed injury, Jones-Thomas will most likely play against the Bulldogs on Saturday. The wide receiver has caught only two passes in his last two games. This year, the Florida native has 23 receptions for 266 yards and one touchdown.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 27 • FOX SPORTS

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Jared Hollins - Struggles in loss Hollins was 12-for-33 passing for 148 yards and one interception during Tuesday's 20-13 loss against Marshall. He also had six rushes for 11 yards.

Impact Hollins failed to generate much offense against the Herd during Tuesday's loss. Through six games, Hollins has thrown for 1003 yards, seven touchdowns and three interceptions. The Jaguars host Louisiana Tech on Saturday.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

PJ Martin - Rushing touchdown in loss Martin logged 14 carries for 47 yards and one touchdown and reeled in their only target for negative four yards during Tuesday's 20-13 defeat to Marshall.

Impact Martin was held in check for much Tuesday's loss, but salvaged his day with a 19-yard rushing touchdown in the fourth quarter. Through seven games, Martin has run for 470 yards and seven touchdowns on 106 attempts.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Keenan Phillips - Strong day in loss Phillips compiled 16 carries for 70 yards during Tuesday's 20-13 loss to Marshall.

Impact Phillips received the most carries among all Jaguars' running backs and turned that into his second-highest yardage total outside of his 157 yard showing on Oct. 8. Through seven games, Phillips has runs for 514 yards and five touchdowns on 96 attempts.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Brendan Jenkins - Leads receivers in loss Jenkins caught four of 13 targets for 75 yards during Tuesday's 20-13 loss against Marshall.

Impact Jenkins' 75 yards led all Jaguars in the loss, but it could have been an even bigger day if he and Jared Hollins connected on a few more of his 13 targets. Through seven games this season, Jenkins has recorded 25 receptions for 430 yards and three touchdowns.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Judah Price's late TD helps Marshall edge South Alabama 20-13

Judah Price scored on a 5-yard run with 1:49 remaining in the fourth quarter as Marshall answered a late South Alabama touchdown and held on for a 20-13 win Tuesday night

OCTOBER 21 • Associated Press

Dominic White - DNP for Week 8 White (undisclosed) did not play during South Alabama's latest game Tuesday at Marshall.

Impact For the 2026 NCAA season, White's stats include zero snaps. The wide receiver's inactivity continued Tuesday.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Jeremiah Jones-Thomas - Limited to seven snaps Jones-Thomas (undisclosed) logged seven snaps in Tuesday's game at Marshall.

Impact For the first time in South Alabama's 2026 season, Jones-Thomas has not logged any targets. This could happen to any regular wideout, but his limited snaps at Marshall raise concerns. However, Jones-Thomas' role may be diminished. Aside from no public reports of an injury, his snap count and targets have slipped since September ended. Jones-Thomas may be worth monitoring forward, but not for statistically beneficial reasons.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Dominic White - Game-time decision for Week 8 White (undisclosed) is a game-time decision for Tuesday's game at Marshall.

Impact It looks like South Alabama's team has scaled back on potentially using White in Week 8. The wide receiver has been a depth option all season, so if he is unavailable, the team should have no problem with depth in their receiver corps.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Dominic White - Available for Week 8 White (undisclosed) is available for South Alabama's upcoming game Tuesday at Marshall.

Impact Because of an undisclosed problem, White did not play at least two games. Before them, he regularly rested. Ideally for White, his collegiate career can begin Tuesday at Marshall.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Everett Hunter - Good to go for Week 8 Hunter (undisclosed) is available for Tuesday's game at Marshall.

Impact Hunter provides South Alabama's tight end room with some depth behind Rod Gibbs. The former has logged two targets this season, registering a catch with both and a total of 13 receiving yards.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Everett Hunter - Listed probable for Tuesday Hunter (undisclosed) holds a probable designation for Tuesday's game versus Marshall, per the Sun Belt availability report.

Impact Hunter's status hasn't been set in stone, but the fact that he's probable is a good sign for his availability Tuesday. The tight end hasn't played a big role on offense, however, as he has just two catches for 13 yards in two appearances this season.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Jared Hollins - Three scores in win Hollins was 6-for-10 passing for 76 yards and one touchdown during Thursday's 56-49 win versus Arkansas State. He also had five rushes for 33 yards with two touchdowns.

Impact Hollins found he end zone twice from three yards out in the second quarter before tossing his lone touchdown in the third quarter. Hollins found Rod Gibbs from seven yards out to give the Jaguars a 49-28 lead. Through five games, Hollins has thrown for 855 yards, seven touchdowns and two interceptions. Up next for the Jaguars is a road matchup with Marshall on Oct. 20.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

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JJ Garner leads Louisiana-Lafayette to bowl-eligibility again with 28-26 win over South Alabama

Baker throws 3 TD passes to lead Louisiana Tech over South Alabama 35-20

2026 College Football Coaching Carousel: 35 Key Names To Know

Judah Price's late TD helps Marshall edge South Alabama 20-13