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Marshall University fell 45-0 to No. 18 Penn State in front of 108,489 spectators, the largest crowd in program history, as coach Tony Gibson lamented the team’s inability to generate any offense, defense or special‑team production.
The weekly live radio program 'Inside Marshall Football' debuts on September 1 at Davis' Place in Huntington, featuring coach Tony Gibson and broadcaster Steve Cotton. Produced by Encova, the series returns for its third year with 11 broadcasts, previewing key matchups such as the Penn State game and offering fans direct access to the team.
Coach Billy Napier’s comeback to James Madison, the addition of Louisiana Tech, and a wave of roster turnover set the stage for a competitive Sun Belt campaign that could reshape college football’s landscape.
The Athletic’s new eight‑tier ranking spotlights coaches who are redefining success, from Curt Cignetti’s sustained excellence to rising stars like Bret Bielema, while exposing the shifting expectations at programs once considered untouchable.
The Thundering Herd open the 2026 campaign on September 5 at Penn State, a rematch of a rivalry that dates back to 1930. After a bowl‑ineligible 2025, Marshall enters the Sun Belt preseason poll third in the East, buoyed by a record‑breaking quarterback and a coaching staff anchored by Tony Gibson.
The Sun Belt Conference announced that Marshall’s quarterback Carlos Del Rio‑Wilson will lead the 2026 preseason awards, highlighting a return that includes 2,043 passing yards, 600 rushing yards and a new single‑season rushing record for a quarterback.
Marshall’s football program prepares for Sun Belt Media Days in New Orleans, showcasing award‑winning players and early season expectations.
The Marshall Thundering Herd boasts a dozen preseason All‑Sun Belt selections, and two former stars are set to be celebrated in the Conference USA Hall of Fame, highlighting the program’s rising momentum.
Athlon Sports has named twelve Marshall University players to its 2026 Preseason All‑Sun Belt Conference teams, recognizing standout performers such as quarterback Carlos Del Rio‑Wilson, who set a single‑season rushing record for a quarterback, and other key contributors.
Phil Steele Publications announced its 2026 preseason all‑Sun Belt Conference selections, honoring eleven Marshall University football players, including five first‑team standouts.
The Nittany Lions are listed as 23.5‑point favorites for their season opener against Marshall, a rare reunion that brings together new coaches, roster shifts and a glimpse of past dominance.
Penn State’s post‑spring ranking, a challenging yet promising schedule, and the impact of transfers and coaching changes set the tone for a season that could see the Nittany Lions reach double‑digit wins.
FOX NASCAR honored Ray Wright with 'The Byrnsie Award' during a telecast from Dover, recognizing his 15‑year tenure at Richard Childress Racing and his work with Pit Stops for Hope.