Jeff Monken prepares Army football for season opener against Bryant
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 1, 2026, 1:20 AM
Last updated Sep 1, 2026
Army football coach Jeff Monken leads his team into the 2026 season opener this Saturday against Bryant at Michie Stadium. The Black Knights return an experienced offensive line and a second-year starting quarterback, though the defense features eight new starters. Monken expressed confidence in his senior class and the overall leadership within the locker room. Bryant head coach Chris Merritt confirmed he sought insight on Army’s tactics from the coaching staff at Navy. Kickoff for the matchup at West Point is scheduled for noon ET, with the broadcast airing on CBS Sports Network.
- •Army hosts Bryant for the season opener at noon ET on Saturday.
- •The Black Knights field eight new starters on defense for the upcoming game.
- •Coach Jeff Monken enters his 13th season leading the West Point football program.
- •The matchup will be televised live on the CBS Sports Network.
- 1:20 AMYahoo Sports — Army football | Jeff Monken likes his squad headed into opener
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