Louisiana football's defense stifles Troy in 33-6 victory
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 18, 2026, 1:28 AM
Last updated Oct 18, 2026
Louisiana football defeated Troy 33-6 on October 17, showcasing a dominant defensive performance. The Ragin' Cajuns' defense held Troy to a season-low 267 total yards after the Trojans had averaged 28 points per game prior to this matchup. Coach Michael Desormeaux credited the defensive effort for providing short fields for the offense. Louisiana's ground game added to the scoring as multiple running backs contributed, though the passing game struggled. The Cajuns (5-2, 2-1 SBC) will face Southern Miss next week on October 24.
- •Louisiana improves to 5-2, 2-1 in the Sun Belt Conference.
- •Troy managed only 267 total yards against Louisiana's defense.
- •Lunch Winfield led Louisiana's rushing attack with 65 yards.
- •Louisiana scored 33 points, with contributions from multiple running backs.
- •Next up for Louisiana is a road game at Southern Miss on October 24.
- 1:28 AMYahoo Sports — Louisiana football's defense nearly shuts out Troy in Week 7
"After a heartbreaking loss in Week 6, Louisiana football's defense came out with a chip on its shoulder in Week 7 against Troy.
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