During the 2001 season, seven schools competed in Sun Belt football: Arkansas State, Idaho, Louisiana–Lafayette, Louisiana–Monroe, Middle Tennessee, New Mexico State and North Texas.

[1] The conference title was won by Middle Tennessee and North Texas.

Note: Stats shown are before the beginning of the season Start times for non-conference games are local for the Sun Belt team; for conference games, starting times are local for the home team.

[2] Middle Tennessee was also bowl-eligible but did not receive a bowl invitation.

Note: All times are local 2001 Sun Belt Player of the Year awards[3][4] Coaches All-Conference Selections[3][4]