Norfolk State to face Old Dominion in crosstown football matchup

Norfolk State University is set to face Old Dominion University in an NCAA College Football matchup on Saturday, September 5, 2026, at S. B. Ballard Stadium. The game, scheduled for a 6:00 PM ET kickoff, marks the fifth meeting between the two crosstown programs and the first since 2019.

Norfolk State enters the contest following a 56-0 shutout victory against Winston-Salem State. During that performance, the Spartans recorded their first shutout since 2019 and their first 50-point game since 2021. Jalyn Daniels led the Spartans' rushing efforts with 104 yards.

Old Dominion enters the game following a successful previous season. Betting odds for the matchup indicate Old Dominion as a significant favorite with a spread of -41, while the total points for the game are set at 53.