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Buffalo Bulls Favored Over Kent State in Upcoming Showdown

9/13/2025

Summary

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The Buffalo Bulls (1-1) will play the Kent State Golden Flashes (1-1) on September 13, 2025, at Dix Stadium, with Buffalo favored by 23.5 points.
The game kicks off at 12 p.m. ET and airs on CBS Sports Network.
Buffalo aims to extend its conference win streak after defeating St. Francis 45-6.
Kent State seeks its first MAC win since November 2022, following a 62-14 loss to Texas Tech.
Quarterback Dru DeShields will start for Kent State, replacing the injured CJ Montes.

History

Historical Context

Established in 1972, the Mid-American Conference (MAC) has fostered collegiate athletics in the Midwest, with teams like Buffalo and Kent State showcasing intense rivalries. Kent State, seeking its first MAC win since November 2022, faces Buffalo, which recently triumphed 45-6 against St. Francis. This matchup underscores the competitive evolution of college football, reflecting shifting player dynamics and pressures within the sport.

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Story summary

The Buffalo Bulls (1-1) will play the Kent State Golden Flashes (1-1) on September 13, 2025, at Dix Stadium, with Buffalo favored by 23.5 points.
The game kicks off at 12 p.m. ET and airs on CBS Sports Network.
Buffalo aims to extend its conference win streak after defeating St. Francis 45-6.
Kent State seeks its first MAC win since November 2022, following a 62-14 loss to Texas Tech.
Quarterback Dru DeShields will start for Kent State, replacing the injured CJ Montes.

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