San Jose State Spartans Playoffs 2026
San Jose State Spartans 2026 playoff page. The San Jose State are 5-5, 6th in the Mountain West with a -11 point differential and a 1-game winning streak.
Last time out they beat the Northern Illinois Huskies 30-19 at home. Next up: away at the Air Force Falcons (7-2) on Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 7:00 PM EST. Their remaining opponents have a combined 0.704 record, including 0 games against teams currently in playoff position.
San Jose State Playoff Outlook
Last game
W 30-19 vs 
Northern Illinois Huskies
· Week 1
Next game
at 
Air Force Falcons (7-2)
· Week 1
Remaining schedule
3 games left · opponents’ record 0.704 · 0 vs current playoff teams
Mountain West Standings
| # | Team | W-L | Div | Diff | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  New Mexico Lobos | 8-1 | 4-0 | +213 | W4 |
| 2 |  North Dakota State Bison | 7-2 | 2-1 | +146 | W1 |
| 3 | Air Force Falcons | 7-2 | 1-1 | +65 | W2 |
| 4 |  Wyoming Cowboys | 6-3 | 3-0 | +2 | W3 |
| 5 |  UNLV Rebels | 5-4 | 1-2 | +4 | L1 |
| 6 | San Jose State Spartans | 5-5 | 2-2 | -11 | W1 |
| 7 |  Hawaii Rainbow Warriors | 3-6 | 2-1 | -27 | W2 |
| 8 |  Nevada Wolf Pack | 3-6 | 1-2 | -25 | L2 |
| 9 |  UTEP Miners | 1-8 | 0-3 | -182 | L3 |
| 10 | Northern Illinois Huskies | 0-9 | 0-4 | -182 | L4 |
Season Trend
San Jose State Playoff Push: 2026 Schedule and Results
| Wk | Date | Opponent | Opp. record | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | at UTEP | 1-8 | W 24-11 | |
| 1 | at Nevada | 3-6 | L 13-28 | |
| 1 | vs New Mexico | 8-1 | L 16-21 | |
| 1 | vs Northern Illinois | 0-9 | W 30-19 | |
| 1 | at Air Force | 7-2 | ||
| 1 | vs UNLV | 5-4 | ||
| 1 | vs North Dakota State | 7-2 |
This San Jose State Spartans playoffs page refreshes after every San Jose State game: record, seed, magic number and remaining schedule. Compare them with the rest of the Mountain West playoff picture, or see their projected route on the bracket.
San Jose State Spartans playoffs FAQ
Are the San Jose State Spartans in the 2026 playoffs?
No, they have been eliminated from the 2026 playoffs.
What seed would the San Jose State be?
They are outside the six playoff spots in the Mountain West today.
Who leads the Mountain West?
New Mexico Lobos (8-1); the San Jose State are 6th.
When is the next San Jose State game?
Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 7:00 PM EST, away at the Air Force Falcons.
How hard is the San Jose State remaining schedule?
3 games left against opponents with a combined 0.704 record; 0 against teams currently in playoff position.
How can the San Jose State clinch a playoff spot?
Win the Mountain West, or finish with one of the five best records among Mountain West non-division-winners. A magic number appears here once a berth is within reach.
What is the San Jose State record at home and on the road?
1-1 at home, 1-1 away; 2-2 in the division and 2-2 in the half.