The 2026 William & Mary football schedule features 12 games, including 6 home dates at Zable Stadium in Williamsburg plus 9 Patriot League matchups. The Tribe open on the road at Villanova on Friday, Aug 28 and close with the Capital Cup rivalry at Richmond on Nov 21. The non-conference slate includes a road trip to FBS Duke on Sep 26, and most games stream on ESPN+.
2026 William & Mary Football Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Time | TV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 28 | at Villanova (Patriot) | 6:00 PM | ESPN+ |
| Sep 5 | vs Delaware State | 6:00 PM | ESPN+ |
| Sep 12 | at Lehigh (Patriot) | 2:00 PM | ESPN+ |
| Sep 19 | vs Fordham (Patriot) | 6:00 PM | ESPN+ |
| Sep 26 | at Duke | 3:30 PM | ACCNX |
| Oct 3 | vs Holy Cross (Patriot) | 3:30 PM | ESPN+ |
| Oct 10 | at North Carolina Central | 1:00 PM | TBA |
| Oct 24 | vs Georgetown (Patriot) | 3:30 PM | ESPN+ |
| Oct 31 | at Colgate (Patriot) | 1:00 PM | ESPN+ |
| Nov 7 | vs Lafayette (Patriot) | 1:00 PM | ESPN+ |
| Nov 14 | vs Bucknell (Patriot) | 1:00 PM | ESPN+ |
| Nov 21 | at Richmond (Patriot) | 12:00 PM | ESPN+ |
Times are local and subject to change. William & Mary has a bye on Oct 17. Patriot marks Patriot League Conference games, most of which stream on ESPN+.
More 2026 FCS Resources
- 2026 FCS Football Schedule Hub
- 2026 Patriot League Football Schedule and Standings Tracker
- 2026 FCS Playoff Bracket (printable)
2026 William & Mary Football FAQ
How many home games does William & Mary have in 2026?
William & Mary has 6 home games on the 2026 schedule, played at Zable Stadium in Williamsburg, Virginia.
Who does William & Mary open the 2026 season against?
William & Mary opens the 2026 season on the road at Villanova on Friday, Aug 28.
What conference is William & Mary in for 2026?
William & Mary plays in the Patriot League, which it joined in the recent FCS realignment, with 9 conference games on the 2026 schedule.
Can William & Mary make the 2026 FCS playoffs?
Yes. The Patriot League champion earns an automatic bid into the 24-team FCS playoff, and the league regularly places teams in the bracket.
Is there a printable William & Mary schedule?
Yes. A free printable William & Mary schedule PDF is available at the top of this page, with every 2026 opponent, date, and kickoff in one sheet.
