Saturday, September 5, 2026. Kickoff 10 p.m. ET (7 p.m. Arizona) on ESPN+.
Arizona State opens against Morgan State, a MEAC program that replaced Bowling Green on the schedule after the Falcons backed out. It is the Sun Devils’ latest opener since 2015 and their first look in year four under Kenny Dillingham.
| Kickoff | 10 p.m. ET · 9 p.m. CT · 7 p.m. Arizona (no daylight time) · 7 p.m. PT |
| TV | None. Streaming only. |
| Streaming | ESPN+ (in the ESPN app) |
| Venue | Mountain America Stadium, Tempe, Arizona |
| Line | Arizona State heavily favored. Many books do not post FBS vs. FCS lines until game day. |
Prediction and Odds
Arizona State has sold out eight straight home games and is 11-2 at Mountain America Stadium over the last two seasons. Morgan State is a MEAC team on a long trip west. Expect the Sun Devils to empty the bench by the fourth quarter.
Our pick: Arizona State 49, Morgan State 7.
Why This One Matters
The schedule turns immediately: at Texas A&M next week, then Kansas at Wembley Stadium in London on September 19 in the Big 12 opener. This is the only chance to work out the kinks at home. See our Arizona State schedule.
How to Watch Without Cable
ESPN+ only. See our streaming guide.
The Bottom Line
Morgan State at Arizona State kicks off at 10 p.m. ET Saturday, September 5 on ESPN+. Arizona State in a rout. Result on our live scoreboard.