WKU hosts archrival Middle Tennessee State University with postseason implications on the line for the second consecutive year. Last season, the Hilltoppers defeated the Blue Raiders 44-43 in overtime in a game that ultimately decided who would represent the C-USA East in the conference championship game. This year, one rival will go bowling while also having the opportunity to keep their rival out of postseason play.
“Any time you play your rival, let alone another conference foe, it kind of adds to it,” redshirt senior quarterback Mike White said. “We’ve had our fair share of very good games, overtime games and thrillers.