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Pitt State football faces Ferris State in season opener showdown

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 10:53 PM

Last updated Aug 25, 2026

Pitt State football faces Ferris State in season opener showdown
Summary

Pitt State football opens the 2026 season against No. 1 Ferris State on Thursday, August 27, at 7:05 p.m. at Carnie Smith Stadium. The Gorillas, ranked No. 4, aim to challenge the defending national champions, having previously experienced mixed results against them in prior seasons. Head coach Tom Anthony emphasized the importance of generating positive plays on first down while avoiding negative situations against Ferris State's tough defense. Both teams bring key players back, with Pitt returning eight starters from last season's 10-3 squad and looking to build on their shared MIAA Championship.

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  • •Game scheduled for August 27 at Carnie Smith Stadium
  • •Pitt State ranked No. 4; Ferris State ranked No. 1
  • •Pitt State has a 10-3 record from last season
  • •Ferris State is the defending national champion
  • •Previous matchups include a 19-3 win for Pitt State in 2024, and a 34-17 loss in 2025
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  • 10:53 PMYahoo Sports — No. 4 Pitt State Football prepares for Week 1 showdown against No. 1 Ferris State
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Pitt State is set to open the 2026 season at home versus the No. 1 Ferris State Bulldogs. The Gorillas are preparing for a top-ranked test in Week 1. Hear from part of the team as they look ahead to Thursday's matchup against the Bulldogs.

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