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WKU prepares for matchup against Houston Baptist

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Junior wide receiver Nacarius Fant (1) runs downfield during WKU's 30-31 loss to Vanderbilt Saturday, Sept. 24, at Smith Stadium. Evan Boggs/HERALD

Making the transition from preparing for a SEC opponent to preparing for a football program that has only been in existence for three years is a unique challenge –– one that WKU faces as it welcomes FCS opponent Houston Baptist (2-2) to Bowling Green on Saturday.

“I think Houston Baptist is a young, emerging program,” Head Coach Jeff Brohm said. “They’re just trying to improve each and every week, but they’re going to come ready to play.