The 2026 Morgan State Bears football schedule is set. Morgan State plays in the MEAC and runs a 12-game season. The Bears open August 29 at North Carolina A&T. Below is the complete 2026 schedule, a free printable one-pager, and how the season sets up.
2026 Morgan State Football: Quick Facts
Last updated: August 10, 2026
- Conference: MEAC (FCS)
- Home stadium: Hughes Stadium, Baltimore, MD
- Regular season: 12 games (5 home games, and 7 on the road)
- Conference games: 5
- Opener: August 29 at North Carolina A&T
- Finale: November 21 at North Carolina Central
2026 Morgan State Football Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Site | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 29 | at North Carolina A&T | Away | Non-conference |
| Sept 5 | at Arizona State | Away | Non-conference |
| Sept 12 | vs Virginia University of Lynchburg | Home | Non-conference |
| Sept 19 | at Towson | Away | Non-conference |
| Oct 3 | at Villanova | Away | Non-conference |
| Oct 10 | vs Robert Morris | Home | Non-conference |
| Oct 17 | at Tennessee State | Away | Non-conference |
| Oct 24 | vs Howard | Home | MEAC |
| Oct 29 | vs South Carolina State | Home | MEAC |
| Nov 7 | at Delaware State | Away | MEAC |
| Nov 14 | vs Norfolk State | Home | MEAC |
| Nov 21 | at North Carolina Central | Away | MEAC |
Morgan State opens the season August 29 at North Carolina A&T and closes the regular season November 21 at North Carolina Central.
How the 2026 Morgan State Season Sets Up
Morgan State plays a 12-game regular season in 2026: 7 non-conference dates and 5 MEAC games. The Bears play 5 home games, and 7 on the road. Morgan State opens with a road stretch that includes an FBS trip to Arizona State before MEAC play begins October 24 against Howard.
Morgan State, the MEAC Race, and the Celebration Bowl
The MEAC champion does not enter the 24-team FCS playoff. Instead the league winner plays in the Cricket Celebration Bowl in Atlanta against the SWAC champion, the recognized national title game of HBCU football. Because the MEAC is a straight round-robin, the title usually comes down to the final weekend. Follow it on our 2026 MEAC football schedule and standings page.
How to Watch Morgan State in 2026
Morgan State games are carried across ESPN platforms, including ESPN+, with select games on ESPN networks. 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 Morgan State open the 2026 season?
Morgan State opens the 2026 season August 29 at North Carolina A&T. The regular season runs through the finale November 21 at North Carolina Central.
How many games do the Bears play in 2026?
Morgan State plays a 12-game regular season in 2026: 5 home games, and 7 on the road, including 5 MEAC games.
Does the MEAC champion make the FCS playoffs?
No. The MEAC champion does not enter the FCS playoff. The league winner instead plays in the Cricket Celebration Bowl in Atlanta against the SWAC champion, the recognized national championship of HBCU football.
Is there a printable Morgan State schedule?
Yes. A free printable PDF of the full 2026 Morgan State schedule is available above, with every date, opponent, and a blank column to fill in results.
How can I watch Morgan State football in 2026?
Morgan State games are carried across ESPN platforms, including ESPN+, with select games on ESPN networks. Exact network and kickoff time for each game are confirmed closer to gameday.
More 2026 FCS Coverage
Explore more: the 2026 MEAC football schedule and standings, the 2026 FCS football schedule and conference guide, and the printable 2026 FCS playoff bracket.
