Stony Brook Seawolves vs Fordham Rams Predictions September 26, 2026
Both teams arrive off convincing wins over ranked opponents, but one exceptional rushing performance apiece leaves a difficult comparison at the supplied prices.
Matchup overview
Two productive ground games frame Stony Brook's September 26, 2026, college football visit to Fordham. The Seawolves defeated then-No. 8/13 Rhode Island 56-24 on September 19, while the Rams beat then-No. 21 William & Mary 52-27 that same day. Stony Brook generated 329 rushing yards; Fordham finished with 428. Those results establish substantial recent offensive success on both sides. They offer less certainty about which defense can respond in this meeting, making Stony Brook's status as a 9.5-point favorite a starting point for evaluation rather than sufficient reason to back either side.
At a glance
Matchup: Stony Brook Seawolves at Fordham Rams, September 26, 2026. Stony Brook's game recap identifies the upcoming contest as the programs' 10th meeting.
Fordham record: 1-3 overall and 1-1 in Patriot League play following its first victory of the season.
SportsJaw moneyline: Stony Brook -340; Fordham +250.
SportsJaw spread: Stony Brook -9.5 (-106); Fordham +9.5 (-120).
SportsJaw total: Over 57.5 (-113); under 57.5 (-113).
Latest results: Both teams won on September 19, with Stony Brook scoring 56 points and Fordham scoring 52 against ranked opposition.
Stony Brook Seawolves outlook
Stony Brook's performance against Rhode Island combined rushing production with repeated success in important situations. Its 329 rushing yards were the most of the Billy Cosh era, and its 519 total yards represented a season high. The Seawolves went 7-for-7 in the red zone and converted 10 of 14 third downs. That combination supports an encouraging assessment of their latest offensive execution, although those conversion rates describe one game rather than an established weekly expectation.