September 19, 2024

Ohio State dishes out $1.9 million to host Kent State in 2026

News Youngstown State is receiving $800,000 for its game in 2023. ago By Dana Balash AP There’s a difference on the field between FBS & FCS football programs and apparently there’s a one million dollar difference in payouts. Youngstown State is receiving $800,000 for its game at Ohio Stadium in 2023. Ten other non-conference opponents between 2022 & 2028, all FBS schools are receiving at lease one million dollars more. Arkansas State and Toledo, both who play in Columbus this coming season are each receiving $1.8 million dollars. The highest payout goes to Connecticut in 2025. They’ll receive $1.95 million. Western Kentucky, who plays the Buckeyes next year are receiving $1.8 million. Kent State, who agreed to play at Ohio Stadium in 2026 is getting $1.9 million dollars.  Ball State, is also getting $1.9 million for a game in 2026.                    …

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