Enquirer beat reporter Tom Groeschen takes a look at the University of Cincinnati's 2017 football opener Thursday against Austin Peay.
The matchup
Cincinnati (4-8 last year) vs. Austin Peay (0-11 last year)
Kickoff: Thursday, 7 p.m. at Nippert Stadium (40,000)
TV/Radio: ESPN3/100.7 FM The Project (Note: Game on 100.7 FM because of conflict with Bengals preseason game)
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Coaches
Cincinnati - Luke Fickell (first year at UC; 6-7 as Ohio State interim coach in 2011)
Austin Peay - Will Healy (2nd year, 0-11)
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When UC runs
Senior RB Mike Boone will be back on display.