SE Louisiana at South Alabama

The decisive matchup is South Alabama’s backfield and receivers against SE Louisiana’s defensive front and coverage groups. Davenport’s 2025 production—2,072 passing yards, 12 passing touchdowns, 326 rushing yards and nine rushing scores—shows the stress he can create if he wins the job or has a role. Wide receiver Devin Voisin returns after catching 67 passes for 775 yards, while running back Keenan Phillips returns after rushing for 622. SE Louisiana must keep those threats from working together: contain Phillips and any quarterback run without leaving Voisin room to turn routine completions into sustained drives.

South Alabama can control the game by making its quarterback decision functional rather than dramatic. A steady run game through Phillips, defined throws to Voisin and selective quarterback movement would let the Jaguars lean on continuity instead of asking one player to manufacture everything. SE Louisiana’s route is to disrupt that comfort, force long-yardage downs and test how South Alabama’s quarterback plan and protection respond under pressure. The visitors also need productive possessions that limit the home offense’s chances to build rhythm. If South Alabama stays balanced, it can dictate the terms; if SE Louisiana gets off the field and prevents the Jaguars’ skill players from stacking successful snaps, the game becomes much less comfortable.