The 2002 Kent State Golden Flashes football team represented the Kent State University during the 2002 NCAA Division I-A football season. Kent State competed as a member of the Mid-American Conference (MAC), and played their home games at Dix Stadium. The Golden Flashes were led by fourth-year head coach Dean Pees.
Kent State compiled a 3âÂÂ9 record (1âÂÂ7 in conference games).