By Tiffany Williams –
Campbell and Monmouth moved up in the latest FCS national rankings Monday, while Stony Brook received votes in both major polls following its third consecutive victory. The Coastal Athletic Association announced the updated standings ahead of another weekend of conference play.
Campbell, 5-1, rose to No. 16 in the Stats Perform poll and No. 18 in the AFCA coaches poll. The Camels had a bye last week and will host Towson on Saturday.
Monmouth, 4-2, climbed to No. 20 in the AFCA rankings and entered the Stats Perform poll at No. 23. After its own bye, Monmouth will visit New Hampshire on Saturday.
Stony Brook improved to 4-2 with a 31-24 victory at Towson and will host UAlbany next. The Seawolves appeared among teams receiving votes in both the Stats Perform and AFCA polls.
Other rankings also recognized CAA teams. FCS Nation Radio placed Campbell 13th and Stony Brook 18th, while Redshirt Sports ranked Campbell 14th, Stony Brook 21st and Monmouth 24th.
South Dakota State led both major polls, followed by Tarleton State, Stephen F. Austin, Lehigh and Montana State. Harvard was 17th in both polls, while Yale ranked 25th in Stats Perform and 23rd in the AFCA poll.