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Eastern Michigan and Sacramento State prepare for MAC opener on August 29

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Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Eastern Michigan and Sacramento State prepare for MAC opener on August 29

Summary

Eastern Michigan will host Sacramento State on August 29 at 6:30 p.m. at Rynearson Stadium as both teams seek a significant start to their 2026 campaigns. This game marks Eastern Michigan's first Week 0 appearance and Sacramento State's debut as a football-only member of the Mid-American Conference. Sacramento State, under new head coach Alonzo Carter, faces a seasoned Eastern Michigan squad led by Chris Creighton. The game presents a key early opportunity for each team to make an impression in the MAC standings, where a win would provide momentum for the season ahead.

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By the Numbers

•Game set for August 29 at Rynearson Stadium in Ypsilanti.
•Eastern Michigan makes first Week 0 appearance in program history.
•Sacramento State begins as a new football-only MAC member.
•Noah Kim, Eastern's quarterback, enters as a key player to watch.
•A win puts immediate pressure on both teams in conference play.

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1:56 AMYahoo Sports — Week 0 MACtion: Eastern Michigan and Sacramento State Kick Off a New Era

What they're saying

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College football returns with an interesting MAC showdown in Ypsilanti. Eastern Michigan hosts Sacramento State on Saturday, Aug. 29 at 6:30 p.m. at Rynearson Stadium, giving both programs an early opportunity to start 2026 with a conference victory. The matchup will stream on ESPN+. But this isn’t just another season opener. It’s the first meeting…
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