Middle Tennessee State University Athletics
10/26/2026 3:26:00 PM | Football
Guest speaker will be DeJuan Buford
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Middle Tennessee football fans will have an opportunity to get an inside look at Wednesday's conference matchup with Kennesaw State when the Blue Raiders host the Countdown to Kickoff Luncheon Tuesday, Oct. 27, at 11:45 a.m. in the SRM Concrete Club at Floyd Stadium.
The luncheon, held the day before every home game, will feature an in-depth look at the upcoming matchup from head coach Derek Mason and defensive coordinator Brian Stewart.
Mason will break down video and discuss the Blue Raiders' preparation for KSU while also taking questions from those in attendance. Stewart will provide additional insight into the Blue Raiders' defensive game plan and preparation for Wednesday's contest.
Tuesday's guest alumni speaker will be DeJuan Buford, a former Blue Raider player, who runs DeJuan Buford - State Farm Insurance. Buford played for MTSU from 1984 to 1988 under legendary coach Boots Donnelly and was part of the 1985 team that enjoyed an undefeated regular season and achieved a No. 1 national ranking.
The Countdown to Kickoff Luncheon provides Blue Raider fans with a unique opportunity to hear directly from members of the MTSU football staff while enjoying lunch and getting ready for Wednesday' game at Floyd Stadium.
Admission is $10, which includes lunch. The program begins at 11:45 a.m., with the luncheon and football discussion continuing through approximately 12:45 p.m.
The luncheon, held the day before every home game, will feature an in-depth look at the upcoming matchup from head coach Derek Mason and defensive coordinator Brian Stewart.
Mason will break down video and discuss the Blue Raiders' preparation for KSU while also taking questions from those in attendance. Stewart will provide additional insight into the Blue Raiders' defensive game plan and preparation for Wednesday's contest.
Tuesday's guest alumni speaker will be DeJuan Buford, a former Blue Raider player, who runs DeJuan Buford - State Farm Insurance. Buford played for MTSU from 1984 to 1988 under legendary coach Boots Donnelly and was part of the 1985 team that enjoyed an undefeated regular season and achieved a No. 1 national ranking.
The Countdown to Kickoff Luncheon provides Blue Raider fans with a unique opportunity to hear directly from members of the MTSU football staff while enjoying lunch and getting ready for Wednesday' game at Floyd Stadium.
Admission is $10, which includes lunch. The program begins at 11:45 a.m., with the luncheon and football discussion continuing through approximately 12:45 p.m.
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