Arkansas State Red Wolves 2026 Preview
Arkansas State went 7-6 (5-3 in the Sun Belt). Here is what changed on the roster, the full 2026 schedule, and where they rank going into the season.
What changed for Arkansas State in 2026
- New offensive coordinator in Garrett Altman (Vanderbilt QB Coach)
- Starting QB from last season is gone. There is a QB battle for the starting job between Vanderbilt transfer Drew Dickey (28 yards, 0 TDs, 0 INTs) and Texas transfer Trey Owens (19 yards, 0 TDs, 0 INTs in 2024; 4-Star QB in Class of 2024 per 24/7 Sports)
- RB duo of Devin Spencer (559 yards, 3 TDs) and Kenyan Clay (523 yards, 3 TDs) return
- Two out of the top three WRs from last season return in Chauncy Cobb (797 yards, 1 TD) and Hunter Summers (505 yards, 4 TDs)
- Returning four starting offensive lineman that allowed 30 sacks in 2025 (T-104th in CFB)
- 2025 PPG/YPG: 23.8 ppg (86th out of 136), 374.0 ypg (74th out of 136)
- Returning three starters on defense, with their top returner being S AG McGhee (83 tackles)
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Arkansas State Red Wolves 2026 schedule
| Game | Opponent | Site |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Memphis | Away |
| 2 | West Georgia | Home |
| 3 | TCU | Away |
| 4 | Kennesaw State | Home |
| 5 | Louisiana | Away |
| 6 | South Alabama | Home |
| 7 | Southern Miss | Away |
| 8 | Georgia State | Home |
| 9 | Louisiana-Monroe | Home |
| 10 | Coastal Carolina | Away |
| 11 | Louisiana Tech | Away |
| 12 | Troy | Home |
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Arkansas State Red Wolves betting FAQ
Arkansas State Red Wolves play 12 games in 2026, 6 at home. They open against Memphis. The full schedule is listed on this page.
Arkansas State is outside Kyle Kommes's preseason Top 25 for 2026.
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