Vanderbilt Football Announces Next Fall Schedule
Vanderbilt University has officially revealed its football schedule for the 2026 season. The upcoming season promises excitement with several key matchups against prominent teams, including those currently in the College Football Playoff. The Commodores, known affectionately as ‘Vandy’, will end the season with a traditional rivalry game against Tennessee.
2026 Vanderbilt Football Schedule Highlights
The 2026 season kicks off on September 5 with three consecutive nonconference home games:
- September 5: Austin Peay
- September 12: Delaware
- September 19: NC State
Following these games, the Commodores will enter their Southeastern Conference (SEC) schedule. Conference play begins with a challenging road game.
Key SEC Matchups
Vanderbilt will face the following opponents in SEC play:
- September 26: at Auburn
- October 3: at Georgia
- October 10: Ole Miss
- October 17: Arkansas (Home)
- October 24: at Kentucky
- November 7: at Mississippi State
- November 14: Alabama (Home)
- November 21: at Florida
Season Conclusion Against Tennessee
The Commodores will conclude their regular season with an important game against Tennessee on November 28. This rivalry has a long history, as these teams have faced each other every fall since 1945.
Important Dates and Ticket Information
The SEC will implement a nine-game conference schedule for the first time in 2026. Fans who held season tickets for the previous year can renew them now. Those who renew by December 31 will receive extra priority points with the National Commodore Club.
New season ticket holders can express their interest and receive more details on purchasing. Additionally, a group ticket interest form will be available for select games next fall.
Details regarding game times and television coverage will be shared next year.
Vanderbilt is also preparing for its upcoming matchup against Iowa in the ReliaQuest Bowl on December 31, starting at 11 a.m. CT, which will be broadcast on ESPN. Fans should stay updated through the program’s Postseason Central page for ticket information and game details.
