Navy and UAB face off in college football matchup at Protective Stadium

The Navy Midshipmen and UAB Blazers are set to face each other at Protective Stadium in Birmingham, Alabama, for a college football matchup on Friday, September 25, 2026.

Both teams enter the game looking to improve their early-season records. Navy holds a 1-1 record following a 38-30 loss to Florida Atlantic, a game in which they attempted a late fourth-quarter comeback. UAB enters with a 1-2 record after a 21-14 loss to Louisiana. The Blazers' defense recently highlighted a fumble return touchdown by Chris Burge, though the team struggled offensively in their last outing, totaling only 218 yards.

The game marks the American Conference opener for UAB as they return to home turf.