FIU football's season opener will feature a familiar opponent and a familiar kickoff time.
For the third time in four years, the Panthers will face Big Ten opponent Indiana. The Sept. 1 game is set to kick off at 7 p.m., marking the fifth consecutive year that FIU's season opener will take place at night. The game at Riccardo Silva Stadium will be televised by CBS Sports Network.
FIU is 0-2 all time against Indiana, losing 34-13 at home in 2016 and 36-22 on the road in 2015.
FIU is looking to start Butch Davis' second year on a strong note after a successful inaugural season.