The 2026 Stony Brook Seawolves football schedule is set. Stony Brook 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 Seawolves open the season August 27 at Delaware State. Below is the complete 2026 schedule, a free printable one-pager, and how the season sets up.
2026 Stony Brook Football: Quick Facts
Last updated: August 10, 2026
- Conference: CAA (FCS)
- Home stadium: LaValle Stadium, Stony Brook, NY
- Regular season: 12 games (5 home games, and 7 on the road)
- Conference games: 8
- Opener: August 27 at Delaware State
- Finale: November 21 vs Hampton
2026 Stony Brook Football Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Site | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 27 | at Delaware State | Away | Non-conference |
| Sept 3 | vs Lindenwood | Home | Non-conference |
| Sept 12 | at Ball State | Away | Non-conference |
| Sept 19 | vs Rhode Island | Home | CAA |
| Sept 26 | at Fordham | Away | Non-conference |
| Oct 10 | at Towson | Away | CAA |
| Oct 17 | vs UAlbany | Home | CAA |
| Oct 24 | at Bryant | Away | CAA |
| Oct 31 | vs Sacred Heart | Home | CAA |
| Nov 7 | at Campbell | Away | CAA |
| Nov 14 | at New Hampshire | Away | CAA |
| Nov 21 | vs Hampton | Home | CAA |
Stony Brook opens the season August 27 at Delaware State and closes the regular season November 21 vs Hampton.
How the 2026 Stony Brook Season Sets Up
Stony Brook plays a 12-game regular season in 2026: 4 non-conference dates plus the eight-game CAA schedule. The Seawolves play 5 home games, and 7 on the road. The non-conference slate includes an FBS date at Ball State.
Stony Brook, 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 Stony Brook in 2026
Stony Brook 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 Stony Brook open the 2026 season?
Stony Brook opens the 2026 season August 27 at Delaware State. The regular season runs through the finale November 21 vs Hampton.
How many games do the Seawolves play in 2026?
Stony Brook 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 Stony Brook schedule?
Yes. A free printable PDF of the full 2026 Stony Brook schedule is available above, with every date, opponent, and a blank column to fill in results.
How can I watch Stony Brook football in 2026?
Stony Brook 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.
