USF Football

The Bulls face FIU to open their final season at Raymond James Stadium with Brian Hartline in charge, Michael Van Buren at quarterback and "no excuses" heading into their fourth decade.

USF opens its 30th season Saturday against Florida International at Raymond James Stadium, giving Brian Hartline his first game as a head coach after a career on the sidelines.

Before transferring from Stanford, the Bulls’ Mudia Reuben used his name, image and likeness earnings to start a nonprofit that is bringing clean water to Nigerian villages where his family has roots.

As prices rise, the math of living just isn’t adding up for many Florida families. Now comes word of a connection between housing costs and foster children being kept from their parents.

Terms include the sports authority receiving some revenue from non-USF events. TSA would also be positioned for greater involvement in the Fowler corridor, including the planned MOSI Fieldhouse.

Athletics CEO Rob Higgins said general seating for the inaugural schedule will go on sale this fall, with season tickets as low as $25 per game. Higgins also said all 28 luxury suites are sold out.

USF showed off construction progress on the stadium complex on the Tampa campus. The facility is set to open in time for the 2027 college football season.

The Fowler Avenue Collective encouraged supporters to redirect donations to the Bulls Club, the university’s official athletic booster group, a shift that aligns with a broader move toward school-managed compensation.

On "Florida Matters Live & Local," the school's new leader touched on several topics, including training students on civility and the potential USF Sarasota-Manatee campus transfer.

Brown said it was a choice of staying at USF or going to Auburn, and "sometimes the best thing is to move on." He is looking forward to showcasing his skill set and winning in the SEC.

The record-setting quarterback made the announcement in a social media post in which he thanked coaches, teammates and fans, saying “USF will always be HOME."