A New Chapter for the Broncos
Western Michigan University is gearing up for the 2026 college football season with a schedule that blends early road challenges, marquee home games, and a slate of nationally televised contests. The announcement, made by the athletics department, underscores the program’s continued push to compete at the highest level of the Mid‑American Conference.
Season Opener and Early Road Tests
The Broncos will open the year on the road against the University of Michigan on September 5, kicking off at 7:30 p.m. on NBC. Just one week later, Western Michigan returns home to face Monmouth at 6:30 p.m. on September 12, setting the tone for a season that promises both excitement and testing moments.
Mid‑Season Matchups
Mid‑week MACtion action sees the Broncos travel to Akron on November 10 at 7 p.m., with the game slated for ESPN2, ESPNU or CBS Sports Network. A week later, Western Michigan hosts Eastern Michigan at 7 p.m., again with one of the three broadcast partners carrying the contest. The team will also make a Texas appearance, taking on Rice in Houston on September 19 at 7 p.m., streamed on ESPN+.
Family Day and Championship Rematch
The traditional Family Day game against Bowling Green is set for October 31 at noon at Stafford Smith Field at Waldo Stadium, and will be broadcast live on CBS Sports Network. The season may culminate with a rematch of the MAC Championship against Miami on Tuesday, November 24, with the kickoff time still pending but the broadcast expected on ESPN2 or ESPN+.
Tickets and Broadcast Details
Season tickets are now on sale through the official portal at wmubroncos.com/tickets, giving fans the opportunity to secure seats for all home contests. In addition, the upcoming games will be available across a range of platforms — CBS Sports Network, ESPN2, ESPNU, and ESPN+ — ensuring that viewers can follow the action wherever they prefer.