Troy has managed to lose three-consecutive games at the most crucial time of the season.
On Saturday (1 p.m., ESPN+), the Trojans play at South Alabama ( for the Battle for the Belt at Hancock Whitney Stadium in Mobile.
The Trojans (4-5, 2-3 Sun Belt) lost to Appalachian State 47-10 on the road last Saturday. The Cougars (4-6, 3-4) won at Arkansas State 38-31.
Here are three things to know about Saturday's game:
Martial returns home
All-American linebacker Carlton Martial has been important piece for the defense. He leads the Trojans in tackles with 79.