The 2026 Elon Phoenix football schedule is set. Elon plays in the CAA, one of the deepest leagues in the FCS, and runs an eight-game conference schedule alongside its non-conference slate. The Phoenix open the season August 27 vs Glenville State. Below is the complete 2026 schedule, a free printable one-pager, and how the season sets up.
2026 Elon Football: Quick Facts
Last updated: August 10, 2026
- Conference: CAA (FCS)
- Home stadium: Rhodes Stadium, Elon, NC
- Regular season: 12 games (6 home games, and 6 on the road)
- Conference games: 8
- Opener: August 27 vs Glenville State
- Finale: November 21 at Towson
2026 Elon Football Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Site | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 27 | vs Glenville State | Home | Non-conference |
| Sept 5 | at Davidson | Away | Non-conference |
| Sept 12 | at Rhode Island | Away | CAA |
| Sept 19 | vs Sacred Heart | Home | CAA |
| Sept 26 | vs Maine | Home | CAA |
| Oct 3 | at New Hampshire | Away | CAA |
| Oct 10 | vs Wofford | Home | Non-conference |
| Oct 17 | at Stanford | Away | Non-conference |
| Oct 31 | at North Carolina A&T | Away | CAA |
| Nov 7 | vs Hampton | Home | CAA |
| Nov 14 | vs Campbell | Home | CAA |
| Nov 21 | at Towson | Away | CAA |
Elon opens the season August 27 vs Glenville State and closes the regular season November 21 at Towson.
How the 2026 Elon Season Sets Up
Elon plays a 12-game regular season in 2026: 4 non-conference dates plus the eight-game CAA schedule. The Phoenix play 6 home games, and 6 on the road. The non-conference slate includes an FBS date at Stanford.
Elon, the CAA Race, and the FCS Playoffs
The CAA champion earns the conference automatic bid into the 24-team FCS playoff, and the league is usually a multi-bid conference through at-large selections, so the top of the standings maps closely onto the national bracket. You can follow the full league picture on our 2026 CAA football schedule and standings page and print the postseason field with the 2026 FCS playoff bracket.
How to Watch Elon in 2026
Elon games are carried across ESPN platforms, including ESPN+, along with CAA streaming outlets. 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 Elon open the 2026 season?
Elon opens the 2026 season August 27 vs Glenville State. The regular season runs through the finale November 21 at Towson.
How many games do the Phoenix play in 2026?
Elon plays a 12-game regular season in 2026: 6 home games, and 6 on the road, including 8 CAA conference games, ahead of the FCS playoffs.
Does the CAA champion make the FCS playoffs?
Yes. The CAA champion earns the conference automatic bid into the 24-team FCS playoff, and the CAA is usually a multi-bid league through at-large selections.
Is there a printable Elon schedule?
Yes. A free printable PDF of the full 2026 Elon schedule is available above, with every date, opponent, and a blank column to fill in results.
How can I watch Elon football in 2026?
Elon games are carried across ESPN platforms, including ESPN+, plus CAA streaming outlets. Exact network and kickoff time for each game are confirmed closer to gameday.
More 2026 FCS Coverage
Explore more: the 2026 CAA football schedule and standings, the 2026 FCS football schedule and conference guide, and the printable 2026 FCS playoff bracket.
