The 2026 Southern Utah football schedule features 12 games, including 6 home dates at Eccles Coliseum in Cedar City, Utah, plus 9 Big Sky Conference matchups as the Thunderbirds return to the league. Southern Utah opens on the road at Montana on Aug 29 and closes the regular season at home against Chicago State on Nov 21. The slate includes the Battle for the Ax at Utah Tech on Oct 3, and most Big Sky games stream on ESPN+.
2026 Southern Utah Football Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Time | TV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 29 | at Montana (Big Sky) | 7:00 PM | ESPN+ |
| Sep 5 | vs Weber State (Big Sky) | 6:00 PM | ESPN+ |
| Sep 12 | at Colorado State | 5:00 PM | CBS Sports Net |
| Sep 19 | at St. Thomas | 12:00 PM | Midco Sports |
| Sep 26 | vs Idaho State (Big Sky) | 6:00 PM | ESPN+ |
| Oct 3 | at Utah Tech (Big Sky) | 6:00 PM | ESPN+ |
| Oct 17 | vs UC Davis (Big Sky) | 6:00 PM | ESPN+ |
| Oct 24 | at Idaho (Big Sky) | 3:00 PM | ESPN+ |
| Oct 31 | vs Northern Arizona (Big Sky) | 1:00 PM | ESPN+ |
| Nov 7 | vs Northern Colorado (Big Sky) | 1:00 PM | ESPN+ |
| Nov 13 | at Portland State (Big Sky) | 8:00 PM | ESPN+ |
| Nov 21 | vs Chicago State | 12:00 PM | ESPN+ |
Times are local and subject to change. Kickoff times and TV assignments fill in closer to each game. Big Sky marks Big Sky Conference games, most of which stream on ESPN+.
More 2026 FCS Resources
- 2026 FCS Football Schedule Hub
- 2026 Big Sky Football Schedule and Standings Tracker
- 2026 FCS Playoff Bracket (printable)
2026 Southern Utah Football FAQ
How many home games does Southern Utah have in 2026?
Southern Utah has 6 home games on the 2026 schedule, all played at Eccles Coliseum in Cedar City, Utah.
Who does Southern Utah open the 2026 season against?
Southern Utah opens the 2026 season on the road at Montana on Aug 29.
What conference is Southern Utah in for 2026?
Southern Utah plays in the Big Sky Conference, returning to the league in 2026 with 9 conference games on the schedule.
Can Southern Utah make the 2026 FCS playoffs?
Yes. The Big Sky Conference champion earns an automatic bid into the 24-team FCS playoff, and the league regularly places teams in the bracket as at-large selections.
Is there a printable Southern Utah schedule?
Yes. A free printable Southern Utah schedule PDF is available at the top of this page, with every 2026 opponent, date, and kickoff in one sheet.
