Here's the Sun Belt Football lineup for Saturday, October 2nd. Teams in bold are the desired winners for the Owls - either by a SOS booster with a victory, or taking a lump and helping out in the conference standings with a loss.
Louisiana Monroe (1-2) vs #10 Auburn (4-0) @ 12:00 p.m. - ESPNU The Warhawks would love to star in a re-make of "Appalachian State vs Michigan", but it's not happening. Friday preview: Louisiana-Monroe
Florida International (0-3) vs Pittsburgh (1-2) @ 3:30 p.m. - ESPN3.com Both teams have struggled to close games out. Unfortunately for FIU, they get their first pissed off opponent. Mario Cristobal Weekly Press Conference
Louisville (1-2) vs Arkansas State (1-3) @ 7:00 p.m. - ESPN3.com The Red Wolves could very well pull this one off with a Homecoming crowd on hand, setting up a festive downtown Jonesboro atmosphere after the game. A-State vs Louisville a Homecoming for Red Wolves & Charlie Strong
Florida Atlantic (1-2) vs South Florida (2-1) @ 7:05 p.m. - Bright House (Tampa area), ESPN3.com (subject to blackout) The Owls come in heavy underdogs, and will leave that way. But, there will be funds deposited in the bank afterwards. Owl's Nest Game Preview
Louisiana (1-2) vs North Texas (1-3) @ 7:30 p.m. - Sun Belt Network Toss up on the worth for the Owls, but the Mean Green will likely get their second win this weekend. Since they smacked FAU hard last Saturday, pulling for the Cajuns. on a somber note, North Texas receiver Josh Rake died on Friday from single-car accident which occurred on Thursday night. Louisiana vs North Texas Preview Capsule
Enjoy your Saturday.......