The UL Monroe Warhawks (0-4) visit the South Alabama Jaguars (2-2) on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at Hancock Whitney Stadium, Mobile, AL. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:00 PM ET, and the game airs on ESPN+ (streaming). DraftKings lists the spread at USA -14 with a total of 55.5; moneylines are UL Monroe +490 · South Alabama -675. Below is our UL Monroe vs South Alabama 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.
UL Monroe vs South Alabama Odds, Spread, Kickoff Time & TV
| Matchup detail | Line / info |
|---|---|
| Matchup | UL Monroe at South Alabama |
| Records | UL Monroe 0-4 · South Alabama 2-2 |
| Spread | USA -14 |
| Moneyline | UL Monroe +490 · South Alabama -675 |
| Total | 55.5 |
| Venue | Hancock Whitney Stadium, Mobile, AL |
| Date/Time | Saturday, October 3, 2026 · 7:00 PM ET |
| TV / How to Watch | ESPN+ (streaming) |
| Head Coaches | UL Monroe: HC Bryant Vincent, OC Jesse Montalto · South Alabama: HC Major Applewhite, OC Major Applewhite |
UL Monroe Preview: Season So Far, Coach & Key Players
Season so far: The UL Monroe Warhawks are 0-4 overall. 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. Most recently, UL Monroe lost to Florida Atlantic 45-17 at home. Through 4 games, UL Monroe is averaging 21.2 points scored and 42.8 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) — 43/66, 493 yards, 3 TD
- Rushing leader: Austin Carlisle (QB) — 37 carries, 219 yards, 1 TD
- Receiving leader: Marcellus Jackson (WR) — 21 receptions, 141 yards
- Sacks leader: Tyrell Brown (DL) — 2 sacks
- Tackles leader: Noah Flemmings (LB) — 30 total tackles
Strengths: The production of Aidan Armenta (43/66, 493 yards, 3 TD). Questions: A defense giving up 42.8 points per game; the response to a 45-17 loss to Florida Atlantic; the search for a first win of the season.
South Alabama Preview: Season So Far, Coach & Key Players
Season so far: The South Alabama Jaguars are 2-2 overall. Results to date: Sep 5 — W 39-14 vs SE Louisiana; Sep 12 — L 28-24 at Tulane; Sep 19 — W 41-36 vs Ohio; Sep 26 — L 45-21 at Kentucky. Most recently, South Alabama lost to Kentucky 45-21 on the road. Through 4 games, South Alabama is averaging 31.2 points scored and 30.8 points allowed per game.
Head coach: Major Applewhite (head coach since 2024). Major Applewhite also serves as offensive coordinator. Defensive coordinators: Todd Orlando / Jason Washington.
Key players (2026 season stats):
- Passing leader: Jared Hollins (QB) — 36/63, 458 yards, 3 TD, 2 INT
- Rushing leader: PJ Martin (RB) — 63 carries, 270 yards, 4 TD
- Receiving leader: Jeremiah Jones-Thomas (WR) — 19 receptions, 236 yards, 1 TD
- Sacks leader: Stephen Johnson (DL) — 1.5 sacks
- Tackles leader: Cole Blaylock (S) — 29 total tackles
Strengths: An offense averaging 31.2 points per game. Questions: A defense giving up 30.8 points per game; the response to a 45-21 loss at Kentucky.
How to Watch UL Monroe vs South Alabama
- Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
- Kickoff: 7:00 PM ET
- Venue: Hancock Whitney Stadium, Mobile, AL
- TV / Streaming: ESPN+ (streaming)
Odds: DraftKings lines reported via ESPN on September 28, 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.