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MTSU football loses home game to Kennesaw State ahead of rivalry matchup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 29, 2026, 10:05 AM

Last updated Oct 29, 2026

MTSU football loses home game to Kennesaw State ahead of rivalry matchup

Summary

Middle Tennessee State football lost 44-28 to Kennesaw State on October 28, marking their first home defeat of the season. Despite outgaining Kennesaw in total yardage and dominating time of possession, MTSU struggled with turnovers and special teams issues. The team's hopes for bowl eligibility remain, but the loss diminishes their chances for the league championship. MTSU will face rival Western Kentucky on November 7, a pivotal game for qualifying for a bowl.

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By the Numbers

•MTSU now stands at 4-4 with a 2-2 record in CUSA.
•Kennesaw State, the reigning league champion, improves to 2-6.
•MTSU's Santana Fleming set a program record with a 100-yard kickoff return for a touchdown.
•QB Roman Gagliano threw for 183 yards with two interceptions.
•MTSU outgained Kennesaw State 380 to 318 in total yardage.

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10:05 AMYahoo Sports — Recent MTSU football success makes loss to Kennesaw State even more disappointing

What they're saying

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After a disappointing home loss to Kennesaw State, Middle Tennessee State football has to regroup in time to battle rival Western Kentucky on Nov. 7.
— Yahoo Sports

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