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West Texas A&M football prepares for challenging 2026 season opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 9:07 AM

Last updated Aug 20, 2026

West Texas A&M football prepares for challenging 2026 season opener
Summary

West Texas A&M football begins its 2026 season on August 27 against Western Colorado, who is ranked No. 11 nationally. After finishing the 2025 season with an 8-4 record and a bowl victory, the Buffaloes look to fill key positions, including quarterback RJ Martinez's replacement. The schedule includes five top-20 Division II teams, with matchups against Grand Valley State and Central Washington also on the calendar. The Buffaloes will face Eastern New Mexico in the Wagon Wheel rivalry on October 17, where Art Briles leads ENMU in his return to college coaching.

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  • •WTAMU faces No. 11 Western Colorado to kick off the 2026 season.
  • •The Buffs' schedule includes five ranked teams in Division II.
  • •Grand Valley State is another early-season challenge on September 3.
  • •Art Briles leads Eastern New Mexico in the October rivalry game.
  • •Central Washington, ranked No. 7, visits WTAMU for the regular season finale.
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After a solid 2025 season, the West Texas A&M football team has an intriguing schedule filled with tough matchups in 2026.

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