Week 1 of the 2025 college football season features an in-state battle as the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders host the Austin Peay Governors on Saturday at Floyd Stadium in Murfreesboro.

Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET and will be on the ESPN family of networks.

How to Watch Austin Peay vs Middle Tennessee

Date: Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025

Time: 7:00 PM ET

Channel: ESPN

Stream: ESPN ( Watch on ESPN )

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Middle Tennessee will rely on speed and depth across the roster, with its passing attack expected to set the tone. The Blue Raiders view this game as a chance to build momentum before diving into Conference USA play, and they'll aim to stretch the field against Austin Peay's defense.

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