Jones Believes Arkansas State Is Built to Compete, But Says Culture Will Determine Ceiling
For the first time since arriving in Jonesboro nearly six years ago, Arkansas State head football coach Butch Jones believes the Red Wolves have the foundation in place to compete for a Sun Belt Conference championship.
That confidence isn’t rooted in preseason accolades or national recognition.
It’s rooted in culture.
Speaking during Sun Belt Conference Football Media Days on Thursday, Jones repeatedly returned to one theme while discussing the 2026 Red Wolves — connection.
To Jones, that’s what separates this year’s team from previous seasons.
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