Sacramento State Hornets Playoffs 2026
Sacramento State Hornets 2026 playoff page. The Sacramento State are 2-8, 12th in the MAC with a -123 point differential and a 1-game losing streak.
Last time out they lost to the Toledo Rockets 17-20 at home. Next up: away at the Central Michigan Chippewas (4-5) on Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 7:30 PM EST. Their remaining opponents have a combined 0.389 record, including 0 games against teams currently in playoff position.
Sacramento State Playoff Outlook
Last game
L 17-20 vs 
Toledo Rockets
· Week 1
Next game
at 
Central Michigan Chippewas (4-5)
· Week 1
Remaining schedule
2 games left · opponents’ record 0.389 · 0 vs current playoff teams
MAC Standings
| # | Team | W-L | Div | Diff | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Toledo Rockets | 7-2 | 3-0 | +99 | W3 |
| 2 |  Ohio Bobcats | 7-2 | 3-0 | +70 | W3 |
| 3 |  Buffalo Bulls | 6-3 | 3-0 | -19 | W3 |
| 4 |  Western Michigan Broncos | 6-3 | 2-1 | +63 | W1 |
| 5 |  Miami (Oh) Red Hawks | 5-4 | 2-1 | +7 | L1 |
| 6 |  Massachusetts Minutemen | 5-4 | 1-1 | +44 | W1 |
| 7 | Central Michigan Chippewas | 4-5 | 1-2 | -36 | W1 |
| 8 |  Eastern Michigan Eagles | 4-6 | 0-3 | -67 | L3 |
| 9 |  Ball State Cardinals | 3-6 | 2-1 | -107 | L1 |
| 10 |  Kent State Golden Flashes | 3-6 | 1-1 | -146 | L1 |
| 11 |  Bowling Green Falcons | 2-7 | 0-3 | -101 | L3 |
| 12 | Sacramento State Hornets | 2-8 | 1-3 | -123 | L1 |
| 13 |  Akron Zips | 1-8 | 0-3 | -118 | L3 |
Season Trend
Sacramento State Playoff Push: 2026 Schedule and Results
| Wk | Date | Opponent | Opp. record | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | vs Ohio | 7-2 | L 7-48 | |
| 1 | at Ball State | 3-6 | L 17-34 | |
| 1 | vs Kent State | 3-6 | W 31-10 | |
| 1 | vs Toledo | 7-2 | L 17-20 | |
| 1 | at Central Michigan | 4-5 | ||
| 1 | at  Hawaii | 3-6 |
This Sacramento State Hornets playoffs page refreshes after every Sacramento State game: record, seed, magic number and remaining schedule. Compare them with the rest of the MAC playoff picture, or see their projected route on the bracket.
Sacramento State Hornets playoffs FAQ
Are the Sacramento State Hornets in the 2026 playoffs?
No, they have been eliminated from the 2026 playoffs.
What seed would the Sacramento State be?
They are outside the six playoff spots in the MAC today.
Who leads the MAC?
Toledo Rockets (7-2); the Sacramento State are 12th.
When is the next Sacramento State game?
Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 7:30 PM EST, away at the Central Michigan Chippewas.
How hard is the Sacramento State remaining schedule?
2 games left against opponents with a combined 0.389 record; 0 against teams currently in playoff position.
How can the Sacramento State clinch a playoff spot?
Win the MAC, or finish with one of the five best records among MAC non-division-winners. A magic number appears here once a berth is within reach.
What is the Sacramento State record at home and on the road?
1-2 at home, 0-1 away; 1-3 in the division and 1-3 in the half.