Villanova Becomes Latest CAA Football Team to Leave for Patriot League

Villanova changes conferences in football, leaving CAA for Patriot League in 2026

Villanova's move to the Patriot League will give the conference 10 teams for the 2026 season.

Villanova becomes latest CAA football team to leave for Patriot League

The Villanova football program is leaving the Coastal Athletic Association to join the Patriot League, ESPN reported Thursday.

Villanova's strategic move to Patriot League: What it means for college football

In a significant shift that reverberates through the collegiate football landscape, Villanova University has announced its transition to the Patriot League as a football associate member beginning in 2026. This calculated move, officially revealed on June 5, 2025, represents more than a mere conference change—it signals a strategic recalibration with far-reaching implications for both Villanova and college football conferences nationwide. Agreem…

College Football Realignment: Villanova Leaving the Coastal in 2026

Villanova football is joining the Patriot League: BETHLEHEM, Pa. – The Patriot League formally announced the addition of Villanova as an associate member for football beginning for the 2026 season. The Wildcats mark the third team to join the Patriot League as football associate members since May 2024, joining former conference rivals Richmond and William & Mary. “The addition of Villanova as our 10th football member represents a significant an…

FCS Realignment: Conference Affiliation Changes In 2026

Conference realignment has resulted in several FCS affiliation changes over the last few years. And there are more coming in 2026. Below is a running list of FCS affiliation changes that will occur next year. RELATED: Conference Affiliation Changes In 2025 Villanova, William & Mary Join The Patriot League As Football Members Villanova and William & Mary depart CAA Football to join the Patriot League in 2026 as football-only members. The two fol…

Villanova to Join Patriot Football in 2026 - Colgate University Athletics

BETHLEHEM, Pa. – The Patriot League formally announced the addition of Villanova as an associate member for football.