The Jacksonville State Gamecocks (3-2) visit the Kennesaw State Owls (1-3) on Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Walens Family Field at Fifth Third Stadium, Kennesaw, GA. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:00 PM ET, and the game airs on CBS Sports Network (CBSSN). DraftKings lists the spread at JXST -3 with a total of 50.5; moneylines are Jacksonville State -148 · Kennesaw State +124. Below is our Jacksonville State vs Kennesaw State preview with the latest odds, point spread, moneyline, over/under, kickoff time, TV channel and where to watch, plus a look at each team’s season so far, head coach and key players. Lines may move before kickoff.
Jacksonville State vs Kennesaw State Odds, Spread, Kickoff Time & TV
| Matchup detail | Line / info |
|---|---|
| Matchup | Jacksonville State at Kennesaw State |
| Records | Jacksonville State 3-2 · Kennesaw State 1-3 |
| Spread | JXST -3 |
| Moneyline | Jacksonville State -148 · Kennesaw State +124 |
| Total | 50.5 |
| Venue | Walens Family Field at Fifth Third Stadium, Kennesaw, GA |
| Date/Time | Wednesday, October 7, 2026 · 7:00 PM ET |
| TV / How to Watch | CBS Sports Network (CBSSN) |
| Head Coaches | Jacksonville State: HC Charles Kelly, OC Taylor Housewright · Kennesaw State: HC Jerry Mack, OC Mitch Militello |
Jacksonville State Preview: Season So Far, Coach & Key Players
Season so far: The Jacksonville State Gamecocks are 3-2 overall, 1-0 in Conference USA play. Results to date: Aug 29 — L 33-7 at North Dakota State; Sep 5 — W 49-7 vs Eastern Kentucky; Sep 12 — L 29-27 at Ohio; Sep 19 — W 31-27 vs Georgia Southern; Sep 26 — W 23-13 vs Middle Tennessee. Most recently, Jacksonville State beat Middle Tennessee 23-13 at home. Through 5 games, Jacksonville State is averaging 27.4 points scored and 21.8 points allowed per game.
Head coach: Charles Kelly (head coach since 2025). Offensive coordinator: Taylor Housewright. Defensive coordinator: Brian Williams.
Key players (2026 season stats):
- Passing leader: Caden Creel (QB) — 87/126, 1,112 yards, 9 TD, 4 INT
- Rushing leader: Caden Creel (QB) — 76 carries, 375 yards, 3 TD
- Receiving leader: Jamill Williams (WR) — 18 receptions, 238 yards, 4 TD
- Sacks leader: Tae Floyd (DL) — 2 sacks
- Tackles leader: Caleb Nix (S) — 30 total tackles
Strengths: Momentum from a 23-13 win over Middle Tennessee. Questions: Handling a road trip to Walens Family Field at Fifth Third Stadium.
Kennesaw State Preview: Season So Far, Coach & Key Players
Season so far: The Kennesaw State Owls are 1-3 overall. Results to date: Sep 3 — W 47-0 vs West Georgia; Sep 12 — L 31-17 vs Georgia State; Sep 19 — L 42-9 at Tennessee; Sep 26 — L 17-14 at Arkansas State. Most recently, Kennesaw State lost to Arkansas State 17-14 on the road. Through 4 games, Kennesaw State is averaging 21.8 points scored and 22.5 points allowed per game.
Head coach: Jerry Mack (head coach since 2025). Offensive coordinator: Mitch Militello. Defensive coordinator: Marc Mattioli.
Key players (2026 season stats):
- Passing leader: Rickie Collins (QB) — 79/116, 749 yards, 2 TD, 1 INT
- Rushing leader: Rickie Collins (QB) — 40 carries, 185 yards, 3 TD
- Receiving leader: Javon Rogers (WR) — 9 receptions, 194 yards
- Sacks leader: Ugonna Nwoha (DL) — 2 sacks
- Tackles leader: Tywon Christopher (LB) — 22 total tackles
Strengths: The production of Rickie Collins (79/116, 749 yards, 2 TD, 1 INT). Questions: The response to a 17-14 loss at Arkansas State.
How to Watch Jacksonville State vs Kennesaw State
- Date: Wednesday, October 7, 2026
- Kickoff: 7:00 PM ET
- Venue: Walens Family Field at Fifth Third Stadium, Kennesaw, GA
- TV / Streaming: CBS Sports Network (CBSSN)
Odds: DraftKings lines reported via ESPN on October 5, 2026. Lines may move before kickoff. Records, results and season stats via ESPN; coaching staffs per 2026 staff listings. This page is an informational matchup preview only.