The Louisiana Tech Bulldogs (3-2) visit the UL Monroe Warhawks (0-5) on Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Malone Stadium, Monroe, LA. Kickoff is scheduled for 8:00 PM ET, and the game airs on ESPN+ (streaming). DraftKings lists the spread at LT -14.5 with a total of 56.5; moneylines are Louisiana Tech -675 · UL Monroe +490. Below is our Louisiana Tech vs UL Monroe 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.
Louisiana Tech vs UL Monroe Odds, Spread, Kickoff Time & TV
| Matchup detail | Line / info |
|---|---|
| Matchup | Louisiana Tech at UL Monroe |
| Records | Louisiana Tech 3-2 · UL Monroe 0-5 |
| Spread | LT -14.5 |
| Moneyline | Louisiana Tech -675 · UL Monroe +490 |
| Total | 56.5 |
| Venue | Malone Stadium, Monroe, LA |
| Date/Time | Saturday, October 17, 2026 · 8:00 PM ET |
| TV / How to Watch | ESPN+ (streaming) |
| Head Coaches | Louisiana Tech: HC Sonny Cumbie, OC Nathan Young · UL Monroe: HC Bryant Vincent, OC Jesse Montalto |
Louisiana Tech Preview: Season So Far, Coach & Key Players
Season so far: The Louisiana Tech Bulldogs are 3-2 overall, 1-0 in Sun Belt play. Results to date: Sep 5 — W 80-6 vs Northwestern State; Sep 12 — L 45-14 at LSU; Sep 19 — L 36-19 at Baylor; Oct 3 — W 31-29 vs Army; Oct 10 — W 32-31 vs Louisiana. Most recently, Louisiana Tech beat Louisiana 32-31 at home. Through 5 games, Louisiana Tech is averaging 35.2 points scored and 29.4 points allowed per game.
Head coach: Sonny Cumbie (head coach since 2022). Offensive coordinator: Nathan Young. Defensive coordinator: Luke Olson.
Key players (2026 season stats):
- Passing leader: Blake Baker (QB) — 53/78, 679 yards, 7 TD, 1 INT
- Rushing leader: Andrew Burnette (RB) — 43 carries, 207 yards, 1 TD
- Receiving leader: Jalen Mickens (WR) — 30 receptions, 434 yards, 3 TD
- Sacks leader: Alonzo Jackson Jr. (LB) — 5 sacks
- Tackles leader: Sam Fongang (DB) — 36 total tackles
Strengths: An offense scoring 35.2 points per game; a pass rush paced by Alonzo Jackson Jr. (5 sacks). Questions: A defense allowing 29.4 points per game.
UL Monroe Preview: Season So Far, Coach & Key Players
Season so far: The UL Monroe Warhawks are 0-5 overall, 0-1 in Sun Belt play. Results to date: Sep 5 — L 62-13 at Mississippi State; Sep 12 — L 26-20 at UAB; Sep 19 — L 38-35 vs SE Louisiana; Sep 26 — L 45-17 vs Florida Atlantic; Oct 3 — L 52-35 at South Alabama. Most recently, UL Monroe lost to South Alabama 52-35 on the road. Through 5 games, UL Monroe is averaging 24.0 points scored and 44.6 points allowed per game.
Head coach: Bryant Vincent (head coach since 2024). Offensive coordinator: Jesse Montalto. Defensive coordinator: Troy Reffett.
Key players (2026 season stats):
- Passing leader: Aidan Armenta (QB) — 69/107, 855 yards, 6 TD, 1 INT
- Rushing leader: Austin Carlisle (QB) — 37 carries, 219 yards, 1 TD
- Receiving leader: Marcellus Jackson (WR) — 26 receptions, 234 yards
- Sacks leader: Tyrell Brown (DL) — 2 sacks
- Tackles leader: Noah Flemmings (LB) — 43 total tackles
Strengths: The production of Aidan Armenta (69/107, 855 yards, 6 TD, 1 INT). Questions: A defense giving up 44.6 points per game; the response to a 52-35 loss at South Alabama; the search for a first win of the season.
How to Watch Louisiana Tech vs UL Monroe
- Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
- Kickoff: 8:00 PM ET
- Venue: Malone Stadium, Monroe, LA
- TV / Streaming: ESPN+ (streaming)
Odds: DraftKings lines reported via ESPN as of October 12, 2026 2:12 AM PT (Arizona time). 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.