The 2026 Monmouth Hawks football schedule is set. Monmouth 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 Hawks open the season August 29 at Tennessee Tech. Below is the complete 2026 schedule, a free printable one-pager, and how the season sets up.
2026 Monmouth Football: Quick Facts
Last updated: August 10, 2026
- Conference: CAA (FCS)
- Home stadium: Kessler Stadium, West Long Branch, NJ
- Regular season: 12 games (5 home games, and 7 on the road)
- Conference games: 8
- Opener: August 29 at Tennessee Tech
- Finale: November 21 at Campbell
2026 Monmouth Football Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Site | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 29 | at Tennessee Tech | Away | Non-conference |
| Sept 5 | vs Sacred Heart | Home | CAA |
| Sept 12 | at Western Michigan | Away | Non-conference |
| Sept 19 | at UAlbany | Away | CAA |
| Sept 26 | at Dartmouth | Away | Non-conference |
| Oct 3 | vs Towson | Home | CAA |
| Oct 17 | at New Hampshire | Away | CAA |
| Oct 24 | at Hampton | Away | CAA |
| Oct 31 | vs Bryant | Home | CAA |
| Nov 7 | vs North Carolina A&T | Home | CAA |
| Nov 14 | vs Merrimack | Home | Non-conference |
| Nov 21 | at Campbell | Away | CAA |
Monmouth opens the season August 29 at Tennessee Tech and closes the regular season November 21 at Campbell.
How the 2026 Monmouth Season Sets Up
Monmouth plays a 12-game regular season in 2026: 4 non-conference dates plus the eight-game CAA schedule. The Hawks play 5 home games, and 7 on the road. The non-conference slate includes an FBS date at Western Michigan.
Monmouth, 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 Monmouth in 2026
Monmouth 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 Monmouth open the 2026 season?
Monmouth opens the 2026 season August 29 at Tennessee Tech. The regular season runs through the finale November 21 at Campbell.
How many games do the Hawks play in 2026?
Monmouth plays a 12-game regular season in 2026: 5 home games, and 7 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 Monmouth schedule?
Yes. A free printable PDF of the full 2026 Monmouth schedule is available above, with every date, opponent, and a blank column to fill in results.
How can I watch Monmouth football in 2026?
Monmouth 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.
