How Far Can The Herd Go? | 2026 Marshall Football Season Predictions

The previews are over. It’s time to make the picks. After breaking down every position group on the roster, KD and Rus put it all together and make their official predictions for the 2026 Marshall Football season. How good can Carlos Del Rio-Wilson and this offense be? Has Marshall done enough to take a major step forward in Year 2 under Tony Gibson? Which games will define the season? And when it’s all said and done… how far can The Herd actually go? We’re putting it on the record: 🏈 Game-by-game predictions 📊 Final regular-season record 🏆 Sun Belt East race 👀 Upset possibilities 🏆 And the big one — can Marshall make a run at the Sun Belt Championship? No hedging. No waiting to see what happens. These are our 2026 Marshall Football predictions. Drop YOUR final record prediction in the comments and tell us how far you think The Herd goes this season. The 2026 Position Group Breakdown Series is presented by Secure Construction Company. For complete roof replacements, smaller roof repairs, and all areas in between, call Secure Construction at 304-733-1760 for your free, honest, professional quote. Family owned and operated since 2000, and voted "Best in the Tri-State" for 14 straight years, Secure Construction is your first call for all of your roofing needs.  Call (304) 733-1360 or visit them at secureconstruction.com