2018 Holy Cross Crusaders football team

The 2018 Holy Cross Crusaders football team represents the College of the Holy Cross in the 2018 NCAA Division I FCS football season. The Crusaders, led by first-year head coach Bob Chesney, play their home games at Fitton Field as a member of the Patriot League. They finished the season 5–6, 4–2 in Patriot League play to finish in a tie for second place.

Previous season
The Crusaders began the 2017 season led by 14th-year head coach Tom Gilmore for the first seven games of the season before he was fired following a 2–5 start. Offensive coordinator Brian Rock was named interim head coach for the final four games. They finished the season 4–7, 3–3 in Patriot League play to finish in a three-way tie for third place.

Preseason coaches poll
The Patriot League released their preseason coaches poll on July 26, 2018, with the Crusaders predicted to finish in fourth place.

Preseason All-Patriot League team
The Crusaders placed four players on the preseason all-Patriot League team.

Offense

Blaise Bell – WR

Defense

Teddy Capsis – DL

Neil Vorster – DL

Ryan Brady – LB