The 2026 James Madison Dukes football schedule is set, with the Dukes playing a full slate of games in their quest for a Sun Belt Conference title. The Dukes play their home games at Bridgeforth Stadium in Harrisonburg, Virginia, and head coach Billy Napier opens the season on Saturday, September 5 vs. Liberty. This page has the full 2026 James Madison football schedule, with game dates, opponents, and kickoff times as they are announced, plus a free printable PDF version.
2026 James Madison Dukes Football Schedule
This table has the complete 2026 James Madison football schedule. All times are Eastern and subject to change once television assignments are finalized. For official team news, visit the James Madison Dukes athletics site.
| Week | Date | Opponent | Time (ET) | TV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sat, Sep 5 | vs Liberty | Noon | ESPNU |
| 2 | Sat, Sep 12 | vs Wagner | 3:30 PM | ESPN+ |
| 3 | Sat, Sep 19 | @ San Diego State | 10:00 PM | The CW |
| 4 | Sat, Sep 26 | @ Old Dominion | TBD | TBD |
| 5 | Sat, Oct 3 | vs Marshall | TBD | TBD |
| 6 | Sat, Oct 10 | @ Georgia Southern | TBD | TBD |
| 7 | Sat, Oct 17 | vs Georgia State | TBD | TBD |
| 8 | Thu, Oct 22 | @ Appalachian State | 7:00 PM | ESPNU |
| 9 | Thu, Oct 29 | vs Troy | 7:30 PM | ESPN/ESPN2 |
| 10 | Thu, Nov 5 | @ Southern Miss | 8:00 PM | ESPN/ESPN2 |
| 11 | Sat, Nov 14 | @ UConn | Noon | CBSSN |
| BYE | Sat, Nov 21 | Open Date | – | – |
| 12 | Sat, Nov 28 | vs Coastal Carolina | TBD | TBD |
More 2026 College Football Resources
- 2026 Sun Belt Conference Football Schedule
- 2026 College Football Team Schedules and Printable PDFs
- Build your own bracket with the Custom Bracket Maker
Frequently Asked Questions (James Madison 2026 Football Schedule)
How many home games do the Dukes play in 2026?
James Madison Dukes play six home games at Bridgeforth Stadium in 2026.
When do the Dukes open the 2026 season?
James Madison Dukes open the 2026 season on Saturday, September 5 vs. Liberty.
Where can I find a printable James Madison 2026 schedule?
A free printable PDF of the 2026 James Madison football schedule is available at the top and bottom of this page. Click any download button to save or print it.
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