Eastern Michigan opens 2026 with 28-17 win over Sacramento State

EMU defeated Sacramento State 28-17 on August 29, moving to 1-0 and recording the program's 500th victory. Noah Kim threw for 279 yards and accounted for three touchdowns without an interception, while the Eagles' defense produced a fourth-down stop and late interception; a lost fumble, late defensive lapse, and special-teams mistakes remain areas to monitor before the San Jose State matchup.