Southern Illinois will receive a $560,000 payout for playing BYU football this Saturday night, which is reportedly the 14th biggest in FCS vs. FBS payouts for the 2024 season. The payout is part of a trend where FCS schools earn big paydays for playing FBS programs. Originally scheduled to play Kansas with a $500,000 payout, the game was canceled, and BYU stepped in to offer $425,000, while Kansas will pay $135,000. Under head coach Nick Hill, Southern Illinois has a history of knocking off FBS programs, and BYU is preparing for a challenging game. The matchup is set to take place on August 31, 2024, at LaVell Edwards Stadium, with kickoff at 6 p.m. (MT) and will be broadcast on Big 12 Now on ESPN+. BYU is currently 18-0 all-time against FCS opponents and will be facing a tough challenge from Southern Illinois. As the game approaches, both teams are gearing up for what promises to be an exciting showdown on the field. Kickoff time and TV information have been announced, and fans are eagerly anticipating the upcoming game. The matchup between BYU and Southern Illinois is generating buzz and excitement among football fans as the two teams look to showcase their skills and compete for victory on the field.
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Second Big 12 Team BYU Schedules Southern Illinois Football Game
