Football August 13, 2026 CUSA Insider: Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders 2026 Football Season Preview The Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders are entering year three under head coach Derek Mason, and expectations are building as MTSU prepares for another season of Conference USA football. In this episode, we take an in-depth look at the 2026 Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders and everything fans need to know heading into the college football season. Josh Yonis kicks things off with Emmy Fazenbaker, a multimedia journalist at MTSU, to preview the Blue Raiders’ upcoming season. They break down the biggest storylines surrounding Middle Tennessee Football, key returning players, position battles, fall camp expectations, and the areas that could define the Blue Raiders’ 2026 campaign. Later, Sarah Rudolph sits down with Middle Tennessee head coach Derek Mason, quarterback Roman Gagliano, and punter Ashton Logan to discuss the team’s culture, offseason progress, expectations for year three under Mason, and the goals driving MTSU into the 2026 Conference USA football season. Whether you’re a Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders fan, a Conference USA football follower, or simply preparing for the 2026 college football season, this episode delivers expert analysis, exclusive interviews, player insight, and everything you need to know about Middle Tennessee Football heading into the fall.