Breaking Down the Stats: Louisiana Tech vs Southern Miss
Louisiana Tech (2-1) will jump back into non-conference play when it hosts Southern Miss (2-1) on Saturday.
The game is scheduled for a 6:30 PM kickoff and will be broadcast live on ESPN+ and KXKZ 107.5 FM.
Before the teams take the field, let’s break down how they stack up statistically.
| Louisiana Tech | Southern Miss | |
| Points Per Game | 26.6 | 31 |
| Points Per Game Allowed | 12.3 | 25.3 |
| Yards Per Game | 330 | 351 |
| Rush Yards Per Game | 182.3 | 117 |
| Pass Yards Per Game | 147.7 | 234 |
| Yards Per Game Allowed | 314.7 | 419 |
| Rush Yards Per Game Allowed | 93.7 | 157.3 |
| Pass Yards Per Game Allowed | 221 | 261.7 |
| Third Down Conversion Rate | 17/42 (40%) | 18/39 (46%) |
| Third Down Conversion Rate Allowed | 19/43 (44%) | 19/48 (39%) |
| Red Zone Scoring Rate | 7/8 (88%) | 11/12 (92%) |
| Red Zone Touchdown Rate | 5/8 (63%) | 9/12 (75%) |
Both Louisiana Tech and Southern Miss enter Saturday’s matchup riding high on confidence. The Bulldogs are aiming for their first winning season since 2019, while the Golden Eagles are striving to notch their first winning campaign since 2022. With both teams sitting at 2-1, the stage is set for a showdown.
But which program will seize the moment and take that next step?
Let’s look beyond the stats for a moment. Discipline is going to play a pivotal role on Saturday.
The Bulldogs have struggled with penalties, ranking 129th in the nation with 28 flags in three games. Southern Miss isn’t far behind, ranking 94th with 21 penalties over the same stretch. Clean play could be the difference-maker in a close contest.
When it comes to turnovers, both defenses have been stellar. Louisiana Tech ranks 2nd nationally in turnover margin at +6, while Southern Miss isn’t far behind, sitting 18th at +4. In a game that might be tight, the team that wins the turnover battle might very well be the one that wins the game.
The Tech offense was explosive last week, putting up 49 points and 574 yards against New Mexico State. Can they maintain that momentum and deliver another high-powered performance? Or will consistency continue to be the challenge?
This is shaping up to be a game that could define the direction of both programs as they continue their season.
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