Eastern Michigan Unveils 2026 Football Schedule
Eastern Michigan University has released its complete 2026 football schedule, a slate that blends early‑season road tests with a handful of nationally televised marquee matchups.
The season opens on August 29 against Sacramento State, with kickoff set for 6:30 p.m. ET and the game streaming on ESPN+.
A week later the Eagles travel to San Jose State, again at 6:30 p.m. ET on ESPN+, before heading to East Lansing to face Michigan State on September 12, a 3:30 p.m. ET showdown on the Big Ten Network.
The following weekend, Eastern Michigan will be in Madison, Wisconsin, for a noon ET contest on Peacock, and then return home to host Lindenwood on September 26 at 1 p.m. ET, also on ESPN+.
October brings a series of road games at the University of Massachusetts and the University of Akron, while November features the annual Motor City MACtion event at Ford Field against Central Michigan on November 4.
The campaign culminates with the MAC Championship Game on December 5 at the same venue, giving the Eagles a chance to end the year on a high note.
Quarterback Noah Kim, who topped the Mid‑American Conference in passing yards and touchdowns in 2025 with 2,817 yards and 24 scores, returns as the team’s offensive centerpiece, raising expectations for a breakout season.
Fans across the region are already marking calendars, drawn by the mix of high‑profile opponents, network exposure and the promise of a dynamic offense led by Kim.