Arizona State pays Morgan State $600,000 for upcoming season opener

Arizona State will pay Morgan State $600,000 to participate in a college football game scheduled for September 5, 2026. The matchup at Mountain America Stadium in Tempe serves as the season opener for both programs. Morgan State, a member of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference, is responsible for covering its own travel, lodging, and meal expenses for the trip. The payout represents a notable revenue source for the Morgan State athletics department, which reported total revenue of $13.76 million last season. Contract terms allow Morgan State to purchase up to 2,150 tickets at face value and request 350 complimentary tickets, with free entry provided for the school's band, cheerleaders, and mascots. The teams have never previously played each other.

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