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NC State Shifts 2026 Football Home Opener to Friday, Sept. 11 as ACC Announces Full Schedule

The Wolfpack will open the season against Richmond before a series of high‑profile matchups, including a first‑ever trip to Stanford.

NC State’s 2026 football home opener against Richmond has been moved to Friday, Sept. 11, marking a shift in the Wolfpack’s opening schedule. The ACC announced the change as part of a broader set of dates for the conference’s 2026 season.

A Revamped 2026 slate

The new schedule also features a first‑ever meeting with Stanford on Friday, Oct. 23, a Homecoming showdown with Cal on Saturday, Oct. 31, and the annual Military Appreciation game against Duke on Saturday, Nov. 7. These matchups add a blend of tradition and novelty to the Wolfpack’s calendar.

Fans can secure tickets through the official NC State Athletics portal, GoPack.com/FBTickets, or by calling the Ticket Office at 919‑865‑1510. Options include season tickets, Bojangles Mini‑Packs, and single‑game tickets.

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