The 2026 UAlbany Great Danes football schedule is set. UAlbany 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 Great Danes open the season August 28 vs New Hampshire. Below is the complete 2026 schedule, a free printable one-pager, and how the season sets up.
2026 UAlbany Football: Quick Facts
Last updated: August 10, 2026
- Conference: CAA (FCS)
- Home stadium: Casey Stadium, Albany, NY
- Regular season: 12 games (5 home games, and 7 on the road)
- Conference games: 8
- Opener: August 28 vs New Hampshire
- Finale: November 21 at North Carolina A&T
2026 UAlbany Football Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Site | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 28 | vs New Hampshire | Home | CAA |
| Sept 3 | at Buffalo | Away | Non-conference |
| Sept 12 | at LIU | Away | Non-conference |
| Sept 19 | vs Monmouth | Home | CAA |
| Sept 26 | at Princeton | Away | Non-conference |
| Oct 3 | vs Delaware State | Home | Non-conference |
| Oct 17 | at Stony Brook | Away | CAA |
| Oct 24 | at Rhode Island | Away | CAA |
| Oct 31 | vs Campbell | Home | CAA |
| Nov 7 | at Bryant | Away | CAA |
| Nov 14 | vs Maine | Home | CAA |
| Nov 21 | at North Carolina A&T | Away | CAA |
UAlbany opens the season August 28 vs New Hampshire and closes the regular season November 21 at North Carolina A&T.
How the 2026 UAlbany Season Sets Up
UAlbany plays a 12-game regular season in 2026: 4 non-conference dates plus the eight-game CAA schedule. The Great Danes play 5 home games, and 7 on the road. The non-conference slate includes an FBS date at Buffalo.
UAlbany, 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 UAlbany in 2026
UAlbany 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 UAlbany open the 2026 season?
UAlbany opens the 2026 season August 28 vs New Hampshire. The regular season runs through the finale November 21 at North Carolina A&T.
How many games do the Great Danes play in 2026?
UAlbany 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 UAlbany schedule?
Yes. A free printable PDF of the full 2026 UAlbany schedule is available above, with every date, opponent, and a blank column to fill in results.
How can I watch UAlbany football in 2026?
UAlbany 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.
