Rhode Island had been cruising through its schedule, winning four straight to start the season. Then, the Rams fell short against Western Michigan.
The Broncos won 47-14, making light work of the visiting Rams. Now Rhode Island gets a redemption opportunity against Brown.
Brown has only played two games this season, beginning the campaign on Saturday, Sept. 20 with a 46-0 victory against Georgetown. The Bears lost 41-7 against Harvard the following week. It set them at 0-1 in the Ivy League.
The Governor's Cup showdown will be a key non-conference matchup for both squads as they look to establish themselves in Week 6 of the college football season. Rhode Island and Brown both want to prove that last week was a fluke.
The Sporting News has all the details on how to watch Brown vs. Rhode Island.
Where to watch Brown vs. Rhode Island
- TV channel: N/A
- Live stream: ESPN+
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Brown vs. Rhode Island start time
- Date: Friday, Oct. 3
- Time: 7 p.m. ET
Brown vs. Rhode Island kicks off at 7 p.m. ET on Friday, Oct. 3. The game will be played at Centreville Bank Stadium in Pawtucket, Rhode Island.
Brown football schedule 2025
Here are Brown's next five games:
| Date | Game | Time (ET) |
| Oct. 3 | vs. Rhode Island | 7 p.m. |
| Oct. 10 | at Bryant | 7 p.m. |
| Oct. 18 | vs. Princeton | Noon |
| Oct. 25 | at Cornell | 1 p.m. |
| Oct. 31 | at Pennsylvania | 7 p.m. |
Rhode Island football schedule 2025
Here are Rhode Island's next five games:
| Date | Game | Time (ET) |
| Oct. 3 | at Brown | 7 p.m. |
| Oct. 11 | vs. New Hampshire | 1 p.m. |
| Oct. 18 | at UAlbany | 3:30 p.m. |
| Oct. 25 | vs. Bryant | 1 p.m. |
| Nov. 8 | at Elon | 2 p.m. |