Stephen F. Austin football showcased significant progress during its second camp scrimmage, leading up to the 2026 season opener against McNeese State on August 29. Notable performances included touchdown passes to Sean Carter and Riley Ellefson, along with a deep completion to Micah Lockett. The defense also excelled, highlighted by an interception from Davonta Morgan-Collins and strong contributions from several key linebackers and defensive linemen. Additionally, two SFA players, Bugs Mortimer and Erik Gray, received preseason All-America honors, reflecting the team's high expectations this season.

By the Numbers
  • 49 FCS players recognized nationally ahead of the season, including two from SFA.
  • The Jacks are coming off their ninth FCS postseason appearance with an 11-win season, the most since 1995.
State of Play
  • The Lumberjacks are in their final week of camp before game week preparations.
  • SFA enters the 2026 season aiming to defend their Southland Conference title.
What's Next

The Lumberjacks will transition from preseason scrimmages to game week preparations, focusing on strategies to tackle McNeese State. Key players will aim to build momentum from their performances in scrimmages as they enter the new season.

Bottom Line

SFA is setting high expectations with a strong roster and preseason accolades as they prepare for a promising football season. Fans are encouraged to secure tickets early to witness the team's pursuit of continued success.