CBS Sports Network kicks off its 2024 college football season coverage with a heavy emphasis on service academy schools. On Friday, it was Army opening its season with a 42-0 victory vs Lehigh and Saturday brings a doubleheader featuring Navy and Air Force taking the field.
The Midshipmen are set to host Bucknell, while Air Force plays Merrimack within the friendly confines of Falcon Stadium. Navy and Air Force are both hoping to rapidly tune up before both squads start conference play in Week 2.
CBS Sports Network will be with you every step of the way once the Week 1 games begin. In the meantime, get caught up on viewing information, storylines, betting odds and more for each matchup.
All times Eastern | Odds via SportsLine consensus
Merrimack at Air Force
Date: Saturday, Aug. 31 | Time: 3:30 p.m. ET
Location: Falcon Stadium -- Colorado Springs, Colorado
TV: CBS Sports Network [Channel finder]
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Air Force coach Troy Calhoun has quietly built his Falcons into a Group of Five powerhouse. They boast an impressive 29-10 record over the past three years and even spent a few weeks during the 2023 season ranked inside the AP Top 25. But debuting at No. 25 in last year's initial College Football Playoff Rankings, the Falcons suffered four straight losses to close the regular season. Air Force starts its journey for a bounce back against FCS Merrimack, which went 5-6 last season.