Kent State to earn $1.9 million playing Ohio State in 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 3:27 PM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026
Kent State University will receive $1.9 million for its game against Ohio State on September 19, 2026. This substantial payment is part of their 2026 nonconference schedule, which includes additional earnings of $1.3 million from South Carolina and $1.2 million from South Florida. Kent State's total nonconference revenue for the season is projected to reach $4.4 million. In unrelated developments, a game against Kentucky has been rescheduled for 2030 due to conference changes. Kent State has an all-time record of 0-3 against Ohio State, indicating a challenging matchup ahead.
- •Kent State receives $1.9 million for Ohio State matchup.
- •Total earnings from nonconference games reach $4.4 million.
- •Kent State has rescheduled its game against Kentucky to 2030.
- •Kent State's record against Ohio State is 0-3.
- 3:27 PMYahoo Sports — Kent State University receives big payday for playing Ohio State football. Here's what it'll get
"Kent State will make millions of dollars by playing Ohio State and other nonconference opponents during the 2026 football season.
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