College football kicks off with early games and afternoon matchups
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Last updated Nov 7, 2026

College football returns to the field today with a slate of early games preceding the main afternoon schedule. Fans are tracking the developments at venues across the country as the season officially opens. Penn State is scheduled to face Marshall on FS1 at 3:30 p.m. to headline the afternoon broadcast window. This event follows recent matchups like the game between Oregon State and Houston at Reser Stadium in Corvallis. The current rotation of games provides the first opportunity to observe team performances this season. Supporters are monitoring the early results while awaiting the later kickoffs.
- •Penn State plays Marshall on FS1 at 3:30 p.m.
- •The season opener schedule features multiple games throughout the day.
- •Oregon State and Houston previously met at Reser Stadium.
- •Coverage of early and noon games is currently ongoing.
- 11:52 AMYahoo Sports — Early Morning and Noon Games Open Thread
- 10:52 AMYahoo Sports — Early Morning & Noon Games Open Thread
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External links- Yahoo SportsNov 7, 2026, 11:52 AMEarly Morning and Noon Games Open Thread
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- Yahoo SportsSep 5, 2026, 10:52 AMEarly Morning & Noon Games Open Thread
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