As February progresses and nears the end of the month, another notable Alabama high school football program has released its 2026 schedule, as last year’s AHSAA Class 7A state finalist, the Opelika Bulldogs, posted their fall schedule on social media.
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Opelika’s roster includes several teams that finished inside Alabama’s Top 25 Massey Ratings through the end of 2025. Among the teams the Bulldogs will face this fall that finished inside the Top 25 are Auburn, Benjamin Russell, Hoover and Phenix City Central.
Jonathan Chandler He will begin his first season as Opelika’s football coach, having previously been the leader at Montgomery Catholic. Opelika went 10-4 last season when they reached the 7A state championship game. Previous head coach Brian Moore He did so behind a roster that included 2027 talents Colby Key and Braiden Howard, respectively. Moore led the Bulldogs the past two seasons, compiling a 19-7 record and leading Opelika to the Class 7A state championship game, a 48-10 loss to national power Thompson.2026 Opelika High School Football Schedule
August 21 – at Benjamin Russell
August 28: vacuum cleaner
September 4 – Company
September 11 – Downtown Phoenix
September 18 – PUNTA
October 2 – at Auburn
October 9 – in Dothan
October 16 – Smiths Station
October 23 – in Carver
October 29 – Prattville
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Opelika finished with a 10-4 record and ranked No. 9 in the state, according to the final 2025 Alabama High School Football Massey Rankings.
More about Opelika High School
Opelika High School, located in Opelika, Alabama, is the home of the Bulldogs. Known for its rigorous academic programs and strong athletics, OHS has a long tradition of excellence. The school’s football team, established in 1917, is a consistent contender in the state playoffs and has won numerous regional titles. Offering a variety of sports, including basketball, football, and track and field, Opelika encourages student participation in both academics and extracurricular settings. The school colors are red and black.
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