1996 revival game
Davidson brings football back after a 50-year absence, symbolizing the school's choice to embrace the sport on academic terms
What this program never forgets
Most weeks vanish. These didn’t.
2025 win over No. 25 Presbyterian
A rare upset that shows the program can surprise a ranked rival
Moment of the year · 2026
Won 28-14 vs Dickinson
Week 2 of 2026. The single game that defined the season.
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Conference
Pioneer standing · 2026
9th in the Pioneer
Davidson is 9th of 12 in the Pioneer at 1-4. The path to the title is steep — the focus is on playoff positioning and rivalry wins.
| # | Program | Record |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Butler | 4-1 |
| 2 | Dayton | 4-1 |
| 3 | St. Thomas (MN) | 4-1 |
| 4 | Marist | 3-2 |
| 5 | Valparaiso | 3-2 |
| 6 | Drake | 3-3 |
| 7 | Presbyterian | 3-3 |
| 8 | San Diego | 3-3 |
| 9 | Davidson | 1-4 |
| 10 | Morehead State | 1-4 |
| – | Jacksonville | 0-0 |
| 12 | Stetson | 0-5 |
Coaching history
Coaching history
- Homer Smith departs
- Hired Homer Smith
- Gene McEver departs
- Hired Gene McEver
- William Fetzer departs
- Hired William Fetzer
- Ralph Graham departs
- Hired Ralph Graham
Cultural identity
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