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EKU football holds media day ahead of 2026 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 11:54 AM

Last updated Aug 3, 2026

EKU football holds media day ahead of 2026 season

Summary

The Eastern Kentucky football team hosted media day on August 2 in Richmond, Kentucky, as they prepare for the 2026 season. Head Coach Walt Wells expressed excitement about the team’s chemistry and readiness, noting that they have not yet faced major challenges. The Colonels were selected to finish 4th in the United Athletic Conference preseason poll and feature four All-UAC preseason players, including running back Brayden Latham. EKU’s season starts with back-to-back road games against Western Carolina on August 29 and Jacksonville State on September 5, before returning home for a stretch of four consecutive games.

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•Media day took place on August 2 in Richmond, Kentucky.
•Walt Wells enters his 7th season as head coach after a contract extension.
•EKU was picked to finish 4th in the United Athletic Conference preseason poll.
•Brayden Latham aims to surpass 1,000 rushing yards this season.
•EKU's season opener is on August 29 against Western Carolina.

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RICHMOND, Ky. (FOX 56) — The Eastern Kentucky football team hosted media day on Sunday ahead of the 2026 season. “I think we have a good connection with this team so far. As I’ve told them, we haven’t had any major adversity yet, so I’m sure that’s going to come down to track. We’ve got […]
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