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UWF football begins Division I era against No. 16 Southern Illinois tonight

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 8:04 PM

Last updated Aug 27, 2026

UWF football begins Division I era against No. 16 Southern Illinois tonight

Summary

The University of West Florida football team is set to play its first NCAA Division I game tonight against No. 16 Southern Illinois. The Argos transitioned to Division I shortly after announcing their move in April, joining the United Athletic Conference for football. Head coach Kaleb Nobles, a former UWF quarterback, aims to maintain the program's standards despite the higher stakes of FCS competition. UWF's roster includes players with Division I experience, but the starting quarterback will be determined just before kickoff against a ranked opponent.

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By the Numbers

•UWF opens against No. 16 Southern Illinois at home tonight.
•Nobles was quarterback in UWF’s first game in 2016.
•UWF can compete for conference championships immediately.
•The Argos were ranked eighth in the summer United Athletic Conference media poll.
•Kickoff will determine UWF's starting quarterback for the game.

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University of West Florida football is set to make history tonight as it plays its first game as a Division 1 contender. Here's what to expect.
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