# BOLD: Dukes and Troy CLASH for Top Spot; USA Today ANNOUNCES Stunning Sun Belt Picks

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Podcast: [Locked On Sun Belt - Daily Podcast On Sun Belt Conference Football & Basketball](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-sun-belt-daily-podcast-on-sun-belt-conference-football-basketball-5718306)
Published: 2026-08-27T08:30:00+00:00
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## Resource

USA Today shakes up Sun Belt football predictions—can Troy and James Madison dominate once again, or are surprise contenders like Old Dominion and Louisiana Tech poised to crash the championship party? Dave Schultz scrutinizes projected win totals, conference records, and the fate of embattled coaches as the new season looms. He highlights why Arkansas State’s ascent and Southern Miss’s potential breakthrough could upend expectations, and questions if South Alabama and ULM can reach crucial six-win marks. Unpacking Scott Watkins’ detailed team-by-team picks, Dave Schultz examines Old Dominion’s bold forecast as East Division leader and explores whether Marshall, Georgia Southern, and App State can keep pace. Will breakout quarterbacks like Trey Owens and Max Johnson live up to the hype, or will seasoned coaches maintain their grasp on the standings? Stay tuned for insights on roster shake-ups, under-the-radar matchups, and which Sun Belt programs could steal the spotlight.

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