The 2026 Bucknell football schedule features 12 games, including 5 home dates at Christy Mathewson Memorial Stadium in Lewisburg, Pennsylvania, plus 9 Patriot League matchups. The Bison open the season on the road at Richmond on Aug 29 and close the regular season at home against Colgate on Nov 21. Kickoff times and TV assignments are confirmed closer to each game, and most Patriot League games stream on ESPN+.
2026 Bucknell Football Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Time | TV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 29 | at Richmond (Patriot) | TBD | ESPN+ |
| Sep 5 | vs Villanova (Patriot) | TBD | ESPN+ |
| Sep 12 | at VMI | TBD | TBD |
| Sep 19 | vs Penn | TBD | TBD |
| Sep 26 | at Pittsburgh | TBD | TBD |
| Oct 10 | at Georgetown (Patriot) | TBD | ESPN+ |
| Oct 17 | vs Lafayette (Patriot) | TBD | ESPN+ |
| Oct 24 | at Holy Cross (Patriot) | TBD | ESPN+ |
| Oct 31 | at Lehigh (Patriot) | TBD | ESPN+ |
| Nov 7 | vs Fordham (Patriot) | TBD | ESPN+ |
| Nov 14 | at William & Mary (Patriot) | TBD | ESPN+ |
| Nov 21 | vs Colgate (Patriot) | TBD | ESPN+ |
Times are local and subject to change. Kickoff times and TV assignments fill in closer to each game. Patriot marks Patriot League 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 Bucknell Football FAQ
How many home games does Bucknell have in 2026?
Bucknell has 5 home games on the 2026 schedule, all played at Christy Mathewson Memorial Stadium in Lewisburg, Pennsylvania.
Who does Bucknell open the 2026 season against?
Bucknell opens the 2026 season on the road at Richmond on Aug 29.
What conference is Bucknell in for 2026?
Bucknell plays in the Patriot League, one of the traditional FCS conferences, with 9 conference games on the 2026 schedule.
Can Bucknell make the 2026 FCS playoffs?
Yes. The Patriot League champion earns an automatic bid into the 24-team FCS playoff, and the league can also place teams in the bracket as at-large selections.
Is there a printable Bucknell schedule?
Yes. A free printable Bucknell schedule PDF is available at the top of this page, with every 2026 opponent, date, and kickoff in one sheet.
