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FCS football season kicks off with multiple games on August 27

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 10:03 PM

Last updated Aug 27, 2026

FCS football season kicks off with multiple games on August 27

Summary

The 2026 college football season begins with several FCS matchups on August 27. Notable games include Long Island University facing North Dakota, with North Dakota ranked among the top ten teams in the FCS this season. Other games on the schedule feature teams like Maine, Towson, and Youngstown State, all set to air on ESPN+. The offseason saw significant changes and challenges in college football, making the return of game action a welcome event for fans and teams alike.

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By the Numbers

•Eight FCS games scheduled for August 27
•North Dakota ranks in the top ten of FCS
•Games available to watch on ESPN+
•Long Island University vs. North Dakota is a key matchup
•Offseason featured major rule changes and challenges

Latest Updates

10:03 PMYahoo Sports — Thursday Night FCS Football Game Thread (8/27/26)

What they're saying

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Welcome folks, to the 2026 college football season! Hopefully you have all been itching at the bit to watch some real games that matter because there are plenty of games tonight to satisfy your hunger. It has been an “interesting” offseason to say the least. Between the rule changes, legal challenges, and federal government bills […]
— Yahoo Sports

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