Delaware opens with a decisive win over Merrimack
Nick Minicucci accounted for three touchdowns as Delaware won 42-7 at home. The Blue Hens gained 547 yards, including a 75-yard touchdown pass from running back Viron Ellison Jr. to Kaderris Roberts.
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Nick Minicucci accounted for three touchdowns as Delaware won 42-7 at home. The Blue Hens gained 547 yards, including a 75-yard touchdown pass from running back Viron Ellison Jr. to Kaderris Roberts.
Delaware announced 14 nonconference games and an exhibition at former league opponent Towson. The Blue Hens open the regular season at home before traveling to Wisconsin for an early road test.
Delaware's opener preview reviews a team returning seven offensive starters and five defensive starters. Ryan Carty's program begins its second Conference USA season after finishing its FBS debut with a bowl victory.
The running backs preview follows Jo Silver and the returning rotation while introducing new arrivals. Coach Xavier Dye discusses developing complete backs who can contribute beyond carrying the ball.
Delaware alumna Elena Delle Donne was named to the Washington DC Sports Hall of Fame's 2026 class. The school reviews her Blue Hen career and the Olympic and professional accomplishments that followed.
The Blue Hens will visit Wisconsin on November 6 for the programs' first meeting. Delaware's announcement places the road game within its nonconference plans and provides season-ticket information.
Brandon Baffone, Christian Bliss, Bouna Kebe, and Tyler Houser represented Delaware on the NABC Honors Court. The award recognizes upper-level college basketball players for their academic achievement during the past school year.
Delaware begins its 18-game league slate by hosting Liberty, Missouri State, and FIU. The Blue Hens will face each Conference USA opponent twice as they prepare for their second season in the league.
Women's basketball player Ella Wanzer is one of three Delaware athletes selected as Conference USA Scholar-Athletes of the Year. The school highlights her graduate academic work, scoring contributions, and service-based award criteria.