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The Wildcats will open the season at home against Binghamton, Stony Brook and Boston University before testing themselves against DePaul, BYU and Oklahoma State, while a potential neutral‑site showdown with Arizona State looms at the United Center.
ESPN Events chief John T. Grant explains why limited television windows and a packed December schedule block the creation of an expanded HBCU playoff.
Toyota and ESPN Events have renewed a three‑year sponsorship that positions the automaker at the heart of HBCU football culture, linking brand objectives with the unique audience and traditions of Black college sports.
Toyota has signed a three‑year partnership with ESPN Events to sponsor major HBCU football events, including the Cricket MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kick-Off and the Cricket Celebration Bowl, while also supporting traditions and communities across the HBCU landscape.
ESPN Events has revealed the full slate of 17 bowl games for the upcoming 2026‑27 college football postseason, highlighting early‑season kickoffs, holiday doubleheaders and the final championship‑determining contest.