The Sam Houston Bearkats open their 2025 season against the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers in a Week 0 Conference USA matchup on Saturday. This will be the debut of Sam Houston coach Phil Longo. The Bearkats (10-3 in 2024), who tied for second with Western Kentucky in CUSA at 6-2, were 4-2 on the road last season. The Hilltoppers (8-6 in 2024), who outscored conference opponents by 82 points, were 5-1 on their home field in 2024.

Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. ET on CBS Sports Network at Houchens Industries-L.T. Smith Stadium in Bowling Green, Ky. Western Kentucky is 2-0 all-time against Sam Houston. The Hilltoppers are 10-point favorites in the latest Sam Houston vs. Western Kentucky odds, while the over/under for total points scored is 61.5. Before making any Sam Houston vs. Western Kentuc

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