On June 18, head coach Clint Conque was suspended indefinitely pending an investigation into alleged violations of university policy.[1] On August 6, Conque announced his resignation from SFA.[2]
Preseason
Preseason All-Conference Teams
On July 12, 2018, the Southland announced their Preseason All-Conference Teams, with the Lumberjacks having five players selected at six positions.[3]
Defense First Team
Alize Ward – Jr. DB
Offense Second Team
Tamrick Pace – Jr. WR
Alize Ward – Jr. all purpose player
Caleb Lewallen – Sr. P
Defense Second Team
Ryan Woods – Sr. LB
Trenton Gordon – So. DB
Preseason Poll
On July 19, 2018, the Southland announced their preseason poll, with the Lumberjacks predicted to finish in sixth place.[4]
^"Lumberjacks' Home Opener Canceled Due to Inclement Weather". Stephen F. Austin Official Athletic Site. September 8, 2018. Retrieved November 28, 2018. SFA football's 2018 home opening matchup with Tarleton State canceled after continued lightning delays and ongoing thunderstorms