Louisiana Tech Football Preview 2026: Can the Bulldogs Shine in the Sun Belt?

Louisiana Tech’s football preview for 2026 centers on the Bulldogs adapting to a new conference identity after leaving Conference USA for the Sun Belt. The move follows 13 years in C-USA and arrives under head coach Sonny Cumbie, with the expectation that a tougher schedule and higher national profile will demand immediate results. Louisiana Tech’s 2025 performance included an eight-win season and, on the field, 335 points scored—its most since 2019. Offensively, Nathan Young shifts from offensive line coach to offensive coordinator, with running production supported by a rotation featuring Kenny Thomas, Jaden Miller, and quarterback rushing. The offense also needs improvement from a passing game described as inconsistent, while the line must gel quickly around Hayden Christman (331 pounds) and Ashanti Cole (312).