Saturday, September 5, 2026. Kickoff 10 p.m. ET (8 p.m. MT) on FS1.
The late FS1 game sends Central Michigan to Albuquerque for the first time. This was originally a New Mexico State game before the two New Mexico schools reshuffled; the Chippewas landed with the Lobos instead.
| Kickoff | 10 p.m. ET · 9 p.m. CT · 8 p.m. MT · 7 p.m. PT |
| TV | FS1 |
| Streaming | FOX One, Fubo, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling Blue, DirecTV Stream |
| Venue | University Stadium, Albuquerque, New Mexico |
| Line | Close to a pick at most books. Check yours for the current spread and total. |
Prediction and Odds
This is the one true toss up among the late games. New Mexico is in year two under Jason Eck with the altitude and a home crowd; Central Michigan is in year two under Matt Drinkall, who built the Army offensive line before taking the job. Expect a run heavy, physical game with the total mattering more than the side.
Our pick: New Mexico 27, Central Michigan 24. Lean the home team and the under.
Why This One Matters
New Mexico has the Rio Grande Rivalry at New Mexico State on September 26 and a new look Mountain West after five schools left for the Pac-12. Central Michigan gets a rare cross country trip before MAC play.
How to Watch Without Cable
FS1 is on FOX One, Fubo, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling Blue and DirecTV Stream. See our streaming guide.
The Bottom Line
Central Michigan at New Mexico kicks off at 10 p.m. ET Saturday, September 5 on FS1. Slight lean to the Lobos. Result on our live scoreboard.