The 32 oldest on-campus college football stadiums in America

If you’re a fan of college football or early 20th century architecture, come along for a nostalgic visit to these 32 legendary, on-campus stadiums across America. From the Big House in Ann Arbor to an intimate venue like Peden Field in Athens, Ohio, …

If you’re a fan of college football or early 20th century architecture, come along for a nostalgic visit to these 32 legendary, on-campus stadiums across America. From the Big House in Ann Arbor to an intimate venue like Peden Field in Athens, Ohio, these stadiums hark back to the Golden Age of American sports.

Put these oldest college stadiums on your bucket list, load up the SUV and catch a college game in one of these iconic venues.

32. Sanford Stadium, University of Georgia (1929)

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Dedicated on October 12, 1929, when Georgia hosted Yale, Sanford Stadium is known for its numerous architecturally pleasing expansions that have been carefully planned to fit with its existing “look”. 92,746 watch games played “Between the Hedges”, the privet hedges surrounding the field. The sacred hedges were removed in 1996 to accommodate the Olympic soccer competition.

31. Brooks Field at Wallace Wade Stadium, Duke University (1929)

Dedicated October 5, 1929, Wallace Wade seats 40,000. Originally named Duke Stadium, it was renamed in 1967 for football coach Wallace Wade. A just completed major renovation greatly modernized the stadium. The stadium was the site of the 1942 Rose Bowl, weeks after the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor.

30. Kinnick Stadium, University of Iowa (1929)

Formerly known as Iowa Stadium, Kinnick Stadium opened October 5, 1929. It currently holds 69,250 people. The stadium was renamed in 1972 for Nile Kinnick, the 1939 Heisman Trophy winner, who died in service to his country in World War II.

29. Peden Stadium, Ohio University (1929)

Situated on the banks of the scenic Hocking River in Athens, Peden Stadium has been the home of the Bobcats since October 2, 1929. Today, it has a capacity of 24,000 and is the oldest football venue in the Mid-American Conference.

28. Kenan Stadium, University of North Carolina (1927)

Kenan Stadium opened on November 12, 1927. Built at a cost of $303,000 with a seating capacity of 24,000, the stadium today holds 51,000. Set among the pine trees of south campus, it is one of the most scenic stadiums in the South.

27. Kyle Field, Texas A&M University (1927)

Kyle Field has been home to the Aggies in rudimentary form since 1904, and as a complete stadium since October 24, 1927. “Home of the 12th Man,” it seats 102,733, largest in the SEC. In 2014, Kyle Field’s hosted the largest attended SEC and state of Texas football game, when 110,631 witnessed Texas A&M’s loss to Ole Miss.

26. Michigan Stadium, University of Michigan (1927)

Known as “The Big House”, Michigan Stadium was dedicated in October 1, 1927. It is the largest stadium in the United States and third largest in the world. Its official capacity is 107,601, but it has hosted crowds in excess of 115,000.

25. Ryan Field, Northwestern University (1926)

Home of the Wildcats since October 2, 1926, Ryan Field holds 47,130 people. Prior to 1997, the stadium was named Dyche Stadium, for William Dyche, Class of 1882. It was renamed in honor of the family of Patrick G. Ryan, in recognition of the family’s contributions to Northwestern.

24. Faurot Field At Memorial Stadium, University of Missouri (1926)

71,168 capacity Memorial Stadium opened October 2, 1926 as a 25,000-seat, single level, horseshoe stadium. The original horseshoe is completed by a grass berm, famous for the giant block “M” made of painted white stones behind the endzone. In 1972, the playing surface was named Faurot Field in honor of longtime coach Don Faurot.

23. Nippert Stadium, University of Cincinnati (1924)

Home to the Bearcats in rudimentary form since 1901, and as a complete stadium since September 27, 1924, Nippert Stadium seats 40,000 fans.

22. Michie Stadium, US Military Academy (1924)

Michie Stadium, the home of the Army Black Knights, opened in 1924 and seats 38,000. Because of the view offered by its location overlooking the Hudson River and the medieval-style campus below, it is one of the nation’s most scenic sport venues.

21. Darrell K. Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium, University of Texas (1924) 

Memorial Stadium has been home to the Longhorns since November 27, 1924. The current capacity of 100,119 makes the stadium the second largest in the state of Texas, the largest in the Big 12, eighth largest stadium in the United States, and the 11th largest in the world.

Western Michigan-Ohio odds: Bobcats slight home favorite

Previewing Tuesday’s Western Michigan Broncos at Ohio Bobcats college football matchup, with NCAA football betting odds, picks and best bets

The Western Michigan Broncos (6-4) travel to meet the Ohio Bobcats (4-5) on Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. ET from Peden Stadium in Athens, Ohio.

We analyze the Western Michigan-Ohio odds and betting lines, while providing college football betting tips and advice on this matchup.

Western Michigan at Ohio: Three things you need to know

1. Ohio was tripped up at home last Wednesday against Miami-Ohio 24-21. The Bobcats still need two more wins in the final three games to attain bowl eligibility.

2. Ohio ranks 36th in the nation with 198.8 rushing yards per game, but is awful against the run. It has allowed 196.8 rushing yards per game, ranking 99th in the country.

3. Western Michigan has won two in a row, averaging 42.0 PPG. The Broncos are already become bowl eligible with six victories. They have scored 24 or more points in each of the past eight games.


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Western Michigan at Ohio: Odds, betting lines and picks

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Prediction

Western Michigan 31, Ohio 27

Moneyline (ML)

WESTERN MICHIGAN (+100) is the more functional team, as Ohio (-121) has struggled down the stretch. The Bobcats have managed a 1-3 SU record and 0-4 ATS mark in their four games at home against FBS teams.

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Against the Spread (ATS)

WESTERN MICHIGAN (+1.5, –110) is the play on the road, as Ohio has managed an 0-5 ATS record in its five games at home. Western will get it done on the road and keep its hopes alive for a spot in the MAC Championship Game. The Broncos are tied atop the West Division standings with Central Michigan.

The Bobcats, 2-7 ATS overall, took a tough loss last week, 24-21 vs. visiting Miami of Ohio. They also might be missing one of their better players, TE Adam Luehrman, due to a leg injury. Feel confidence rolling with the Broncos.

Over/Under (O/U)

The OVER (60.5, –115) has hit in five straight appearances on Tuesday for Western Michigan, while going 4-1-1 in the past six games on the road. The over has also connected in 10 of the past 11 on the road against teams with a losing home mark. The over is 4-1 in Ohio’s past five following a straight-up loss, while the over is 5-1 in its past six meetings with Western.

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