The 2026 Southeastern Louisiana Lions football schedule is set. Southeastern Louisiana plays in the Southland Conference and runs a 12-game season. The Lions open August 29 vs Houston Christian. Below is the complete 2026 schedule, a free printable one-pager, and how the season sets up.
2026 Southeastern Louisiana Football: Quick Facts
Last updated: August 10, 2026
- Conference: Southland Conference (FCS)
- Home stadium: Strawberry Stadium, Hammond, LA
- Regular season: 12 games (5 home games, and 7 on the road)
- Conference games: 9
- Opener: August 29 vs Houston Christian
- Finale: November 19 at Nicholls
2026 Southeastern Louisiana Football Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Site | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 29 | vs Houston Christian | Home | Southland |
| Sept 5 | at South Alabama | Away | Non-conference |
| Sept 12 | vs North Alabama | Home | Non-conference |
| Sept 19 | at ULM | Away | Non-conference |
| Sept 26 | at Northwestern State | Away | Southland |
| Oct 10 | at UTRGV | Away | Southland |
| Oct 17 | vs Lamar | Home | Southland |
| Oct 24 | at Stephen F. Austin | Away | Southland |
| Oct 31 | at East Texas A&M | Away | Southland |
| Nov 7 | vs McNeese | Home | Southland |
| Nov 14 | vs Incarnate Word | Home | Southland |
| Nov 19 | at Nicholls | Away | Southland |
Southeastern Louisiana opens the season August 29 vs Houston Christian and closes the regular season November 19 at Nicholls.
How the 2026 Southeastern Louisiana Season Sets Up
Southeastern Louisiana plays a 12-game regular season in 2026: 3 non-conference dates and 9 Southland Conference games. The Lions play 5 home games, and 7 on the road.
Southeastern Louisiana, the Southland Conference Race, and the FCS Playoffs
The Southland 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 Southland Conference football schedule and standings page and print the field with the 2026 FCS playoff bracket.
How to Watch Southeastern Louisiana in 2026
Southeastern Louisiana 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 Southeastern Louisiana open the 2026 season?
Southeastern Louisiana opens the 2026 season August 29 vs Houston Christian. The regular season runs through the finale November 19 at Nicholls.
How many games do the Lions play in 2026?
Southeastern Louisiana plays a 12-game regular season in 2026: 5 home games, and 7 on the road, including 9 Southland Conference games.
Does the Southland Conference champion make the FCS playoffs?
Yes. The Southland Conference champion earns the conference automatic bid into the 24-team FCS playoff bracket. Other Southland Conference teams can also earn at-large selections in a strong year.
Is there a printable Southeastern Louisiana schedule?
Yes. A free printable PDF of the full 2026 Southeastern Louisiana schedule is available above, with every date, opponent, and a blank column to fill in results.
How can I watch Southeastern Louisiana football in 2026?
Southeastern Louisiana 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 Southland Conference football schedule and standings, the 2026 FCS football schedule and conference guide, and the printable 2026 FCS playoff bracket.
