MTSU football visits Kansas in final nonconference game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 10:01 AM
Last updated Oct 2, 2026

Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) football faces Kansas on October 3 at David Booth Memorial Stadium. MTSU, coming off a 23-13 loss to Jacksonville State, aims to recover against a Kansas team that has struggled, losing two consecutive games. Kansas, with a record of 1-2, also had an open date following their losses. Both teams seek momentum, with MTSU looking to build on their season's performance and Kansas hoping to leverage home-field advantage.
- •MTSU enters the game with a 2-2 record.
- •Kansas has not won since their season opener against Long Island.
- •MTSU's last game saw them lead in the third quarter.
- •Kansas is dealing with injuries, to starting running back Yasin Willis.
- •MTSU will rely on a strong defensive showing and efficient offense.
- 10:01 AMYahoo Sports — Can Derek Mason, MTSU football pull off upset at Kansas? Our prediction
"Coach Derek Mason and MTSU football will try to pull off a power conference road win at Kansas Oct. 3.
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