JONESBORO, Ark. (Interstat) — Arkansas State defeated visiting West Georgia 52-7 on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026, at Centennial Bank Stadium. The Red Wolves scored 21 points in the first quarter, 17 in the second, 14 in the third and added fourth-quarter touchdowns. Trey Owens threw short and deep touchdown passes to C. Cobb and J. Bonelli. F. Hamilton returned an interception 91 yards for a score in the third quarter. K. Clay, D. Dickey and S. Baggett added rushing touchdowns, and C. Van Andel made a 25-yard field goal and kicked extra points. Colton Fitzgerald connected with T.J. Lockley for a 37-yard West Georgia touchdown. Arkansas State led throughout after a fast start. The Wolves fell to 0-3, while Arkansas State improved to 1-1. The game was an NCAA Football Bowl Division contest. West Georgia next visits East Tennessee State on Sept. 19. Arkansas State travels to Texas Christian on Sept. 19.