The 2026 The Citadel Bulldogs football schedule is set. The Citadel plays in the Southern Conference and runs a 12-game season. The Bulldogs open August 29 at Wofford. Below is the complete 2026 schedule, a free printable one-pager, and how the season sets up.
2026 The Citadel Football: Quick Facts
Last updated: August 10, 2026
- Conference: Southern Conference (FCS)
- Home stadium: Johnson Hagood Stadium, Charleston, SC
- Regular season: 12 games (5 home games, and 7 on the road)
- Conference games: 8
- Opener: August 29 at Wofford
- Finale: November 21 at Western Carolina
2026 The Citadel Football Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Site | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 29 | at Wofford | Away | SoCon |
| Sept 5 | at Charlotte | Away | Non-conference |
| Sept 12 | vs Charleston Southern | Home | Non-conference |
| Sept 26 | vs Chattanooga | Home | SoCon |
| Oct 3 | at South Carolina State | Away | Non-conference |
| Oct 10 | vs East Tennessee State | Home | SoCon |
| Oct 17 | at Texas A&M | Away | Non-conference |
| Oct 24 | vs Tennessee Tech | Home | SoCon |
| Oct 31 | at Mercer | Away | SoCon |
| Nov 7 | vs Furman | Home | SoCon |
| Nov 14 | at VMI | Away | SoCon |
| Nov 21 | at Western Carolina | Away | SoCon |
The Citadel opens the season August 29 at Wofford and closes the regular season November 21 at Western Carolina.
How the 2026 The Citadel Season Sets Up
The Citadel plays a 12-game regular season in 2026: 4 non-conference dates and 8 Southern Conference games. The Bulldogs play 5 home games, and 7 on the road.
The Citadel, the Southern Conference Race, and the FCS Playoffs
The Southern Conference champion earns the league automatic bid into the 24-team FCS playoff bracket, so the conference race doubles as a playoff race. Follow the standings on our 2026 Southern Conference football schedule and standings page and print the field with the 2026 FCS playoff bracket.
How to Watch The Citadel in 2026
The Citadel games are carried across ESPN platforms, including ESPN+, with select games on ESPN networks and regional 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 The Citadel open the 2026 season?
The Citadel opens the 2026 season August 29 at Wofford. The regular season runs through the finale November 21 at Western Carolina.
How many games do the Bulldogs play in 2026?
The Citadel plays a 12-game regular season in 2026: 5 home games, and 7 on the road, including 8 Southern Conference games.
Does the Southern Conference champion make the FCS playoffs?
Yes. The Southern Conference champion earns the conference automatic bid into the 24-team FCS playoff bracket. Other Southern Conference teams can also earn at-large selections in a strong year.
Is there a printable The Citadel schedule?
Yes. A free printable PDF of the full 2026 The Citadel schedule is available above, with every date, opponent, and a blank column to fill in results.
How can I watch The Citadel football in 2026?
The Citadel games are carried across ESPN platforms, including ESPN+, with select games on ESPN networks and regional outlets. Exact network and kickoff time for each game are confirmed closer to gameday.
More 2026 FCS Coverage
Explore more: the 2026 Southern Conference football schedule and standings, the 2026 FCS football schedule and conference guide, and the printable 2026 FCS playoff bracket.
