Gardner-Webb vs Marshall Picks and Predictions for Saturday, September 26th, 2026
Gardner-Webb vs Marshall Game Information
The Gardner-Webb Runnin Bulldogs will be on the road Saturday with a 3:30 PM matchup in Huntington, WV, against the Marshall Thundering Herd. Gardner-Webb has just 1 win through their first 4 games this season, following a 24-point victory a week ago to end a 3-game skid. The Marshall Thundering Herd stays on their home field Saturday, 2-1 this season on a 2-game winning streak after a 6-point victory last week. Stay in the news with our College Football Picks.
Gardner-Webb Preview
Cole Pennington leads the Gardner-Webb offense this season with 1,185 yards and 3 touchdowns on 98 completions. Pennington has thrown 4 interceptions through 179 attempts. Randy Young leads the Runnin’ Bulldogs with 199 yards and 3 touchdowns on 28 carries, while Christian Vann has contributed 147 yards on 44 attempts. Kory Jones has been the top receiving option with 419 yards on 24 catches. Giovanni Adopte has added 195 yards on 19 receptions, while Jalile Bost has produced 182 yards and 1 touchdown on 12 catches.
Marshall Preview
Carlos Del Rio-Wilson leads Marshall this season with 370 yards and 2 touchdowns on 40 completions, along with 146 yards and 2 scores on 39 carries. Zion Turner has completed 7 passes for 67 yards, while Khalil Wilkins has thrown for 44 yards on 4 completions. Jo’Shon Barbie has added 130 yards and 1 touchdown on 28 carries. Xayvion Turner-Bradshaw leads the Thundering Herd with 169 yards and 1 score on 11 catches. Toby Payne is second on the roster with 84 yards on 11 receptions.
Gardner-Webb vs Marshall Pick
Gardner-Webb has moved the football effectively through the air, but Pennington will face a difficult challenge against Marshall’s defensive front. The Thundering Herd should pressure Pennington and force mistakes after he threw 4 interceptions in the first 4 games. Marshall can counter with Del Rio-Wilson’s ability to produce as both a passer and a runner. Gardner-Webb may keep the game competitive early, but Marshall’s depth and physical advantage should become more noticeable after halftime. Take the Thundering Herd to a comfortable home win.
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- Pick: Marshall Thundering Herd -23.5
- Secondary: Under 50.5
Final Score Prediction: Marshall Thundering Herd win 35-13.
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