BOWIE, Md. – Bowie State football returns to Bulldog Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 7, for its final home game of the 2026 season as the Bulldogs host Lincoln University (PA) in a Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) matchup. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET as Bowie State celebrates Senior Day and recognizes the contributions of its graduating student-athletes.
Bowie State enters Saturday's contest with a 4-5 overall record and a 4-3 mark in CIAA play following a hard-fought 21-17 road loss to Fayetteville State University on Oct. 31. The Bulldogs will look to close out their home schedule on a positive note while honoring 11 football senior student athletes that has contributed to the program throughout their collegiate careers prior to kickoff.
When: Saturday, Nov. 7 at 1 p.m. ET
Where: Bulldog Stadium – Bowie, Md.
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Senior Day – Celebrating the Bulldog Senior Class
Saturday's contest will serve as Senior Day for Bowie State football, recognizing the graduating student-athletes for their dedication, leadership, and contributions to the Bulldogs' program. The special occasion provides an opportunity for Bowie State to celebrate its seniors and their families while reflecting on the commitment and perseverance demonstrated throughout their collegiate careers.
Senior Day represents more than a final appearance at Bulldog Stadium. It celebrates the lasting impact student-athletes make on their teammates, coaches, university, and community. The Bulldogs will honor their seniors before the contest, recognizing the individuals who have helped shape the program and uphold the tradition of Bowie State football.
With the regular season nearing conclusion, Saturday's matchup also provides the Bulldogs an opportunity to compete in front of their home supporters one final time in 2026.
Bulldogs Look to Bounce Back After Fayetteville State
Bowie State heads into its final home game following a competitive 21-17 setback against Fayetteville State on Oct. 31. The Bulldogs battled throughout the contest, remaining within striking distance before the Broncos secured the victory.
The matchup marked another opportunity for Bowie State to demonstrate its resilience against one of the CIAA's established programs. Despite the result, the Bulldogs showed determination and continued to compete on both sides of the football.
Bulldogs Continue to Build on Conference Success
The Bulldogs have recorded four victories during the 2026 campaign, including conference wins over Elizabeth City State University, Shaw University, Winston-Salem State University, and Johnson C. Smith University.
Bowie State's 34-23 victory over Elizabeth City State on Sept. 26 marked the program's first win of the season and the first career victory for head coach Dawson Odums. The Bulldogs followed that performance with a 34-29 home-opening win over Shaw before earning a dominant 21-0 shutout at Winston-Salem State.
The victory over Johnson C. Smith on Oct. 24 provided another memorable moment for the Bulldogs, as Bowie State secured a 16-13 Homecoming win at Bulldog Stadium.
Throughout the season, Bowie State has demonstrated its ability to compete in close conference contests while continuing to develop offensively and defensively. The Bulldogs will look to capitalize on those experiences as they prepare for their final home appearance.
Scouting the Lincoln University Lions
Lincoln University (PA) makes the trip to Bowie for the final regular-season home contest of the Bulldogs' 2026 campaign.
Through nine games, Lincoln enters its final regular-season contest with a 1-6 record in CIAA play and a 1-8 overall mark. The Lions' lone conference victory came against Bluefield State, earning a 20-7 win on Sept. 26. Lincoln has faced a challenging conference slate, including matchups against Shaw, Virginia State, Elizabeth City State, Johnson C. Smith, Winston-Salem State and Virginia Union.
For the Bulldogs' final game of the year. The contest will also serve as Senior Night, providing an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the student-athletes who have dedicated their time, commitment and hard work to the Bowie State football program. As the Bulldogs take the field one final time this season, they will look to deliver a strong performance while honoring the seniors who have helped shape the program and represent the university throughout their careers.
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