Kent State kicker Andrew Glass boots an extra point during last season’s victory over Miami of Ohio at Dix Stadium. Kent State University will receive $1.9 million for playing a September 2026 football contest at Ohio State according to the game contract, which was obtained by The Record-Courier via a public records request. Kent State will also receive the opportunity to purchase 3,500 tickets, which includes tickets for members of the band, and 60 sideline passes. If the game cannot be played due to unforeseen circumstances, either school can cancel and “neither party shall be responsible to the other for any loss or damage.” The Golden Flashes and Buckeyes have previously met three times, all lopsided OSU victories in Columbus since 2002. Ohio State won the last matchup 66-0 in 2014, and has outscored Kent State 165-20 overall in the three contests. The 2026 game will be played at Ohio…
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