Chicago State has announced its inaugural football game under coach Bobby Rome II will be against Roosevelt University on Aug. 29.

Chicago State has announced its inaugural football game under coach Bobby Rome II will be against Roosevelt University on Aug. 29.

The Cougars are NEC members, but the football program won't transition into the conference schedule and standings until at least 2027. pic.twitter.com/8K4ZMpVY2B

— Opta FCS Football (@OptaAnalystFCS) February 5, 2026

Chicago State to open inaugural football season at home against Roosevelthttps://t.co/ipuJGuOFeG

— FBSchedules.com (@FBSchedules) February 5, 2026