Penn State announces Stripe Out game for Matt Campbell's debut season

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Last updated Aug 5, 2026

Penn State announces Stripe Out game for Matt Campbell's debut season
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Penn State football has designated the Sept. 5 season opener against Marshall as the Stripe Out game for new head coach Matt Campbell. The event, a fan tradition, will see attendees wear blue or white based on their seating section. Kickoff is set for 3:30 p.m. on FOX Sports1. Additional theme game designations, such as the White Out and Helmet Stripe game, are pending announcements depending on scheduling. The squad has begun preseason camp ranked No. 17 in the US LBM Coaches Poll, and features a significant roster overhaul with 40 transfers, including several from Iowa State, Campbell's former team.

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  • Stripe Out game set for Sept. 5 vs. Marshall at 3:30 p.m.
  • Fans to wear blue or white based on seating sections.
  • Penn State ranked No. 17 in preseason Coaches Poll.
  • Homecoming game scheduled for Sept. 26 against Wisconsin.
  • Team underwent major roster changes with 40 transfers.
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  • 4:26 PMYahoo SportsPenn State Announces Stripe Out Game for Week 1
  • 4:04 PMYahoo SportsPenn State football announces Stripe Out game for Matt Cambell debut
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Beaver Stadium will be looking extra sharp for the 2026 season opener against Marshall. The week one contest, set for Saturday, September 5, 2026, will be the annual Stripe Out game, with each section decked out in white or blue. The Stripe Out seat map will be released in the near future, so fans can […]

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Find out which Penn State football game has been designated as a Stripe Out in coach Matt Campbell's debut season.

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