Coastal Carolina Chanticleers is 2-5 on the season, 3-4 against the spread, and holds a power rating of -12.8. Coastal Carolina Chanticleers holds a power rating of -12.8, placing them in the weaker tier of the FBS and typically entering games as a significant underdog. The Coastal Carolina Chanticleers head to Georgia State next in Week 9.
In Week 7 of 2026 the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers Power Rating of -12.8 is 12.8 points below the FBS average according to Blue Chip Analytics. Coastal Carolina Chanticleers have logged 2,445 miles of travel so far, out of a season total of 5,309 miles, ranking 101st heaviest in the FBS.
Coastal Carolina Chanticleers Coaching Staff and Key Players
Head coachRyan Beard
TenureFirst season
Career record19-16 (3 seasons)
Offensive coordinatorNick Petrino
Defensive coordinatorL.D. Scott
Offense
Deuce Bailey QB, Trever Jackson QB, Tre Guerra QB, Osiris Lopez QB, Dominic Knicely RB, Robby Washington WR, Zach Courtney TE, Clayton Coppock Jr. WR, Cyrus Ellison TE, Colton Hinton WR, Karmello English WR, Krosse Johnson WR
Defense
Chandavian Bradley DE, Donovan Grayson DE, Ibrahim Diawara DE, Tray Brown LB, Wyatt Gedeon LB, Se'Von McDowell LB, Marcellius Pulliam LB, Ja'Marion Wayne CB, Myles Woods CB, Jalen Lee S
Special teams
Nico Cavanillas Alti K, Daniel Porto K, Emile Sebafundi P
2025 Season in Review
Record6-7ATS6-7O/U8-5
Running totals after each week played. Cumulative, not per week.
After
Record
ATS
O/U
Week 1
0-1
0-1
0-1
Week 2
1-1
0-2
0-2
Week 3
1-2
0-3
0-3
Week 4
2-2
1-3
1-3
Week 6
2-3
1-4
2-3
Week 7
3-3
2-4
2-4
Week 8
4-3
3-4
3-4
Week 10
5-3
4-4
4-4
Week 11
6-3
5-4
5-4
Week 12
6-4
5-5
6-4
Week 13
6-5
5-6
7-4
Week 14
6-6
5-7
8-4
Postseason
6-7
6-7
8-5
A season record is a record, not a forecast. Blue Chip Analytics'
own research finds that beating the closing line repeats at close to zero from one season
to the next - see
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overrated teams. Read the table as what happened, not as what is likely to happen next.
2026 Power Rating Trajectory
Opened -11.3 in the preseason and finished -12.8 after week 8, a move of -1.5 points. High -9.9 (week 3), low -13.2 (week 6).
PreW8
Coastal Carolina Chanticleers SP+ Profile
Offence+21.1103 of 138higher is better
Defence+34.4118 of 138lower is better
Special teams-0.5120 of 138higher is better
SP+ is an independent opponent-adjusted efficiency rating, one of the
systems blended into the Blue Chip Analytics power rating rather than a Blue Chip
Analytics number itself. Defensive SP+ measures points allowed, so a lower
figure is a better defence - the rank beside it already accounts for
that.
How Confident Is This Rating?
Sources blended5
Source spread±2.9 pts
HFA measured+2.5 pts
HFA applied+2.5 pts
Source spread is how far apart the independent rating systems are on this team, not a margin of error on our own number. A wide spread means the models disagree, which is itself worth knowing.
The measured and applied home field advantage agree to within 0.0 points here, so smoothing changes little for this venue.
Record Against 2026 Opponents
Regular and postseason meetings, 2016–2025.
Over/under history begins in 2017 and 2020 was shortened by COVID, so game counts vary.
Coastal Carolina is in the first year of a massive rebuild under head coach Ryan Beard, who arrived from Missouri State along with offensive coordinator Nick Petrino and defensive coordinator L.D. Scott. Beard brought in at least 56 new players, including 38 transfers, and an entirely new coaching staff. The Chanticleers are 2-4 overall and 1-1 in Sun Belt play, but they have been competitive in most games, covering the spread in three of six contests. The team is still finding its identity, but the foundation is being laid for future success.
Deuce Bailey Leads Explosive Passing Attack
Redshirt freshman quarterback Deuce Bailey has emerged as the starter and shown playmaking ability. He threw for 373 yards and three touchdowns in the opener at West Virginia, then followed with 203 yards and three scores against Fordham. Bailey has developed a strong connection with receivers like Colton Hinton, who had 101 yards against Fordham, and Karmello English, who had five catches for 81 yards against Georgia Southern. The offense has shown it can score in bursts, but consistency has been an issue, especially in the second half of games.
Defensive Struggles Against Mobile Quarterbacks
The Chanticleers' rebuilt 4-3 defense under L.D. Scott has struggled to contain dual-threat quarterbacks. West Virginia's Michael Hawkins Jr. ran for 103 yards in the opener, and Delaware, Liberty, and Georgia Southern all used mobile quarterbacks to control the game. The defense has forced turnovers, including six against Marshall, but has been gashed on the ground. The defensive line, led by transfers Chandavian Bradley and Donovan Grayson, was expected to be a strength, but the unit has yet to consistently pressure opposing passers.
Offensive Line Exceeds Expectations
A major preseason concern was the offensive line, which had to replace both starting tackles who transferred to Power 4 programs. However, the unit has performed better than expected, protecting Bailey and opening holes for running back Dominic Lee-Knicely. Lee-Knicely rushed for 169 yards and a touchdown in the win over Marshall, including a 70-yard score. The line's improved play has been a key factor in the team's ability to move the ball and score points.
Road Warriors: Competitive Despite Travel
Coastal Carolina has already traveled over 1,200 miles this season, with road games at West Virginia, Delaware, and Marshall. Despite the travel and a young roster, the Chanticleers have been competitive, covering the spread in all three road games. They nearly upset West Virginia, losing by seven after a 24-0 deficit, and beat Marshall 27-21. The team's resilience on the road is a positive sign for a program in transition. With upcoming games against App State and others, the Chanticleers will look to continue their competitive play and climb the Sun Belt standings.
What is Coastal Carolina Chanticleers's against-the-spread record in 2026?
Coastal Carolina Chanticleers is 3-4 against the spread in the 2026 season, covering 43% of games.
What is Coastal Carolina Chanticleers's Blue Chip Analytics power rating?
Coastal Carolina Chanticleers holds a Blue Chip Analytics power rating of -12.8, representing their expected point margin against an average FBS team on a neutral field.
What is Coastal Carolina Chanticleers's home field advantage rating?
Coastal Carolina Chanticleers's home field advantage rating is 2.5 points, the venue adjustment Blue Chip Analytics applies for games at their home stadium.
What is Coastal Carolina Chanticleers's 2026 win total?
Coastal Carolina Chanticleers's consensus regular-season win total for 2026 is 4.5 wins, priced at -170 over and +130 under. This is the betting market's expectation, not a Blue Chip Analytics projection.
How many miles does Coastal Carolina Chanticleers travel in 2026?
Coastal Carolina Chanticleers travels 5,309 miles in the 2026 season, ranking 101st heaviest in the FBS.
How does Blue Chip Analytics calculate cumulative travel distance?
Cumulative travel distance counts both the outbound and return journey for every away game. For example, if a team travels 374 miles to play an away game, Blue Chip Analytics counts 748 miles (374 miles there, 374 miles back) toward the cumulative total. Home games and bye weeks add zero miles. The per-week Distance column shows the one-way distance only, as the return trip happens after the game is played.
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