Navy Midshipmen Playoffs 2026
Navy Midshipmen 2026 playoff page. The Navy are 3-6, 11th in the American with a -11 point differential and a 1-game winning streak.
Last time out they beat the Temple Owls 42-35 at home. Next up: home to the Memphis Tigers (7-2) on Saturday, November 21, 2026 at 12:00 PM EST. Their remaining opponents have a combined 0.481 record, including 0 games against teams currently in playoff position.
Navy Playoff Outlook
Last game
W 42-35 vs 
Temple Owls
· Week 1
Next game
vs 
Memphis Tigers (7-2)
· Week 1
Remaining schedule
3 games left · opponents’ record 0.481 · 0 vs current playoff teams
American Standings
| # | Team | W-L | Div | Diff | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  North Texas Mean Green | 7-2 | 3-0 | +124 | W3 |
| 2 | Memphis Tigers | 7-2 | 2-1 | +126 | W2 |
| 3 |  UTSA Roadrunners | 7-2 | 2-1 | +29 | L1 |
| 4 |  South Florida Bulls | 6-3 | 1-1 | +97 | L1 |
| 5 |  Florida Atlantic Owls | 6-3 | 2-2 | +47 | W1 |
| 6 |  Army Knights | 5-4 | 2-1 | +62 | L2 |
| 7 |  Tulsa Golden Hurricane | 5-4 | 2-1 | +93 | W1 |
| 8 |  UAB Blazers | 5-4 | 2-1 | -18 | W1 |
| 9 |  East Carolina Pirates | 5-4 | 2-2 | +2 | W2 |
| 10 |  Tulane Green Wave | 4-5 | 2-2 | -73 | L1 |
| 11 | Navy Midshipmen | 3-6 | 1-2 | -11 | W1 |
| 12 | Temple Owls | 2-7 | 0-3 | -31 | L3 |
| 13 |  Charlotte 49ers | 1-8 | 1-2 | -168 | L2 |
| 14 |  Rice Owls | 1-8 | 0-3 | -115 | L3 |
Season Trend
Navy Playoff Push: 2026 Schedule and Results
| Wk | Date | Opponent | Opp. record | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | at UTSA | 7-2 | L 34-38 | |
| 1 | vs North Texas | 7-2 | L 39-49 | |
| 1 | vs  Notre Dame #11 | 8-1 | L 13-35 | |
| 1 | vs Temple | 2-7 | W 42-35 | |
| 1 | vs Memphis | 7-2 | ||
| 1 | at Charlotte | 1-8 | ||
| 1 | at Army | 5-4 |
This Navy Midshipmen playoffs page refreshes after every Navy game: record, seed, magic number and remaining schedule. Compare them with the rest of the American playoff picture, or see their projected route on the bracket.
Navy Midshipmen playoffs FAQ
Are the Navy Midshipmen in the 2026 playoffs?
No, they have been eliminated from the 2026 playoffs.
What seed would the Navy be?
They are outside the six playoff spots in the American today.
Who leads the American?
North Texas Mean Green (7-2); the Navy are 11th.
When is the next Navy game?
Saturday, November 21, 2026 at 12:00 PM EST, home to the Memphis Tigers.
How hard is the Navy remaining schedule?
3 games left against opponents with a combined 0.481 record; 0 against teams currently in playoff position.
How can the Navy clinch a playoff spot?
Win the American, or finish with one of the five best records among American non-division-winners. A magic number appears here once a berth is within reach.
What is the Navy record at home and on the road?
1-2 at home, 0-1 away; 1-2 in the division and 1-2 in the half.