BOURBONNAIS, Ill. – The Olivet Nazarene University football team announced its 2026 schedule, featuring a 10-game slate with six home contests at Ward Field.

The Tigers will open the season under the lights at home on Thursday, Aug. 27, when they host Taylor at 7 p.m. The matchup continues a competitive series between the two programs, with the last two meetings ending in overtime thrillers as each team has earned one victory.

ONU returns to Ward Field on Saturday, Sept. 5, to host Saint Francis (Ind.) in the annual White Out game. Fans are encouraged to wear white and help create an electric atmosphere for the Tigers' second straight home contest.

Following an early bye week, the Tigers travels to Defiance on Sept. 19 before returning home to face Lawrence Tech on Oct. 3.

The Tigers will then head on the road for back-to-back contests against Madonna on Oct. 10 and Marian on Oct. 17 before opening conference play during Homecoming on Oct. 24 against Judson at Ward Field.

ONU closes out its home schedule on Oct. 31 by welcoming new conference member Saint Mary-of-the-Woods for Senior Day, honoring the Tigers' graduating student-athletes.

The regular season concludes with road games at St. Francis (Ill.) on Nov. 7 and Saint Xavier on Nov. 14.

The NAIA Football Championship Series begins Nov. 21, and the Tigers will be looking to position themselves for a berth in the opening round of the playoffs.

Game times for the remaining 2026 contests will be announced at a later date. Fans are encouraged to stay tuned to ONU Athletics for additional schedule updates, ticket information, and promotional announcements throughout the season.