Nicholls faces Sam Houston on Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Elliott T. Bowers Stadium, Huntsville, TX. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:00 PM ET. The game airs on ESPN+. Below is a factual Week 3 college football matchup preview with current odds where available, including point spread, moneyline, over/under, venue, and broadcast information. Lines may move before kickoff.
Nicholls vs Sam Houston odds and betting lines
| Matchup detail | Line / info |
|---|---|
| Records | Nicholls 2-1 · Sam Houston 0-2 |
| Point spread | TBD — check public books closer to kickoff |
| Moneyline | TBD — check public books closer to kickoff |
| Over/under | TBD — check public books closer to kickoff |
| Location | Elliott T. Bowers Stadium, Huntsville, TX |
| Date | Saturday, September 19, 2026 |
| Kickoff time | 7:00 PM ET |
| TV channel | ESPN+ |
Odds: Public odds were not listed on ESPN/DraftKings at research time for every market. Lines may move before kickoff.
How to watch Nicholls vs Sam Houston
- Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM ET
- Venue: Elliott T. Bowers Stadium, Huntsville, TX
- TV: ESPN+
Nicholls preview
Nicholls (2-1) visits Sam Houston on Saturday, September 19, 2026. Nicholls lists head coach Tommy Rybacki. Early watch items include Week 3 identity, explosive-play balance, and matching the opponent's tempo in an ESPN+ window.
Sam Houston preview
Sam Houston (0-2) hosts at Elliott T. Bowers Stadium. Sam Houston lists head coach Phil Longo. Home-field framing, early-season continuity, and situational football are the factual focus points for this Week 3 preview.