The 2026 Bryant Bulldogs football schedule is set. Bryant plays in the CAA, one of the deepest leagues in the FCS, and runs an eight-game conference schedule alongside its non-conference slate. The Bulldogs open the season August 29 at Stonehill. Below is the complete 2026 schedule, a free printable one-pager, and how the season sets up.
2026 Bryant Football: Quick Facts
Last updated: August 10, 2026
- Conference: CAA (FCS)
- Home stadium: Beirne Stadium, Smithfield, RI
- Regular season: 12 games (5 home games, and 7 on the road)
- Conference games: 8
- Opener: August 29 at Stonehill
- Finale: November 21 vs Rhode Island
2026 Bryant Football Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Site | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 29 | at Stonehill | Away | Non-conference |
| Sept 5 | at Army | Away | Non-conference |
| Sept 12 | at Hampton | Away | CAA |
| Sept 19 | vs Princeton | Home | Non-conference |
| Oct 3 | vs North Carolina A&T | Home | CAA |
| Oct 10 | at Brown | Away | Non-conference |
| Oct 17 | at Maine | Away | CAA |
| Oct 24 | vs Stony Brook | Home | CAA |
| Oct 31 | at Monmouth | Away | CAA |
| Nov 7 | vs UAlbany | Home | CAA |
| Nov 14 | at Sacred Heart | Away | CAA |
| Nov 21 | vs Rhode Island | Home | CAA |
Bryant opens the season August 29 at Stonehill and closes the regular season November 21 vs Rhode Island.
How the 2026 Bryant Season Sets Up
Bryant plays a 12-game regular season in 2026: 4 non-conference dates plus the eight-game CAA schedule. The Bulldogs play 5 home games, and 7 on the road. The non-conference slate includes an FBS date at Army.
Bryant, the CAA Race, and the FCS Playoffs
The CAA champion earns the conference automatic bid into the 24-team FCS playoff, and the league is usually a multi-bid conference through at-large selections, so the top of the standings maps closely onto the national bracket. You can follow the full league picture on our 2026 CAA football schedule and standings page and print the postseason field with the 2026 FCS playoff bracket.
How to Watch Bryant in 2026
Bryant games are carried across ESPN platforms, including ESPN+, along with CAA streaming outlets. Exact network and kickoff time for each game are confirmed in the weeks before kickoff, so bookmark this page and check back as the matchups firm up.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Bryant open the 2026 season?
Bryant opens the 2026 season August 29 at Stonehill. The regular season runs through the finale November 21 vs Rhode Island.
How many games do the Bulldogs play in 2026?
Bryant plays a 12-game regular season in 2026: 5 home games, and 7 on the road, including 8 CAA conference games, ahead of the FCS playoffs.
Does the CAA champion make the FCS playoffs?
Yes. The CAA champion earns the conference automatic bid into the 24-team FCS playoff, and the CAA is usually a multi-bid league through at-large selections.
Is there a printable Bryant schedule?
Yes. A free printable PDF of the full 2026 Bryant schedule is available above, with every date, opponent, and a blank column to fill in results.
How can I watch Bryant football in 2026?
Bryant games are carried across ESPN platforms, including ESPN+, plus CAA streaming outlets. Exact network and kickoff time for each game are confirmed closer to gameday.
More 2026 FCS Coverage
Explore more: the 2026 CAA football schedule and standings, the 2026 FCS football schedule and conference guide, and the printable 2026 FCS playoff bracket.
