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The Vandals open the 2026 campaign with a marquee Big Sky showdown against Cal Poly, scheduled for August 28 at 7:00 PM PT at Alex G. Spanos Stadium in San Luis Obispo, California. The game will be broadcast live on ESPN, marking the first live game of the season and one of three Idaho contests slated for the network this year.
The Vandals have unveiled their captains for the upcoming season, highlighting a blend of offensive firepower and defensive tenacity.
The Big Sky Conference released its preseason coaches and media polls, projecting the Idaho Vandals to finish sixth in the media vote and seventh among coaches, while Montana State, Montana and UC Davis dominate the top spots.
The conference revealed the full roster of student‑athlete participants, broadcast details on ESPN+ and Scripps Sports, and announced a gala honoring the 2026 Hall of Fame class.
The 2026 Big Sky Football Kickoff weekend will take place in Spokane from July 25 to 28, highlighting Vandals representatives, a Hall of Fame Gala with eight inductees, and extensive live broadcasts.