Brief

Georgia State prepares to host Coastal Carolina in Sun Belt showdown

The Panthers travel to Atlanta for a mid‑season Sun Belt clash, with both teams looking to improve their conference standing.

By Felo News Desk · Published Mon, 26 Oct 2026 05:50:25 GMT

Georgia State (4-3) will host Coastal Carolina (2-5) on Oct. 31 at 2 p.m. EDT, according to the Associated Press.

What happened

Georgia State entered the matchup after a 38‑32 loss to Arkansas State on Oct. 24, while Coastal Carolina came off a 35‑32 defeat at the hands of Appalachian State on Oct. 16.

What the reports add

The preview lists offensive and defensive averages for each team. Georgia State averages 449.3 total yards per game (24th in FBS), with 244.0 passing yards (52nd) and 205.3 rushing yards (22nd). Defensively, the Panthers allow 355.6 yards per game (65th), split between 206.3 passing and 149.4 rushing yards. Coastal Carolina averages 382.4 total yards (74th), 234.9 passing (63rd) and 147.6 rushing (84th). Their defense yields 419.4 yards per game (123rd), with 220.7 passing and 198.7 rushing yards allowed.

What was said

No direct quotes appear in the source.

How it came about

Both teams are seeking to climb the Sun Belt standings. Georgia State’s recent loss featured quarterback Ayden Pereira throwing for 163 yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions, while running back Qwantavius Wiggins added 99 rushing yards and a touchdown. Coastal Carolina’s prior game highlighted quarterback Deuce Bailey’s 298 passing yards, three touchdowns and one interception, with wide receiver Robby Washington catching 118 yards and a score.

Key players for the upcoming game include Georgia State’s passer Cameran Brown (1,356 yards, 14 TDs) and rusher Lanear McCrary Jr. (399 yards, 4 TDs), as well as Coastal Carolina’s passer Deuce Bailey (1,638 yards, 16 TDs) and rusher Dominic Knicely (452 yards, 3 TDs).

Key facts

Georgia State (4-3) will host Coastal Carolina (2-5) on Oct. 31 at 2 p.m. EDT. (winnipegfreepress.com)
Georgia State averages 449.3 yards per game, ranking 24th in FBS. (winnipegfreepress.com)
Coastal Carolina averages 382.4 yards per game, ranking 74th in FBS. (winnipegfreepress.com)
Georgia State lost to Arkansas State 38‑32 on Oct. 24. (winnipegfreepress.com)
Coastal Carolina lost to Appalachian State 35‑32 on Oct. 16. (winnipegfreepress.com)