Conference USA teams complete opening week of the 2026 football season

Conference USA teams completed their first full slate of games over Labor Day weekend. While the conference captured five victories across 10 games, no teams managed to overcome FBS opponents. Western Kentucky struggled in a 49-14 loss at Nevada, allowing 323 rushing yards while failing to find consistency in the passing game. Sam Houston fell 24-21 to Troy, though quarterback Landyn Locke provided a program-record 335 passing yards in the effort. Meanwhile, Jacksonville State continues to adjust its offensive scheme as it works to establish a ground attack to replace the production of its previous rushing leaders. The conference remains focused on its early-season development following the opening weekend performances.

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