The 2018 Dayton Flyers football team represented the University of Dayton as a member of the Pioneer Football League (PFL) during the 2018 NCAA Division I FCS football season.

Led by 1-y1thear head coach Rick Chamberlin, the Flyers compiled an overall record of 6–5 with a mark of 5–3 in conference play, tying for fourth place in the PFL.

Lott Trophy – Sr. S David Leisring[1] The PFL released their preseason all-PFL team on July 30, 2018, with the Flyers having seven players selected.

[2] Offense Adam Trautman – TE Tucker Yinger – RB Ben Gauthier – OL Defense Nick Surges – DL David Leisring – DB Special teams Sean Smith – P Matt Tunnacliffe – LS

The PFL released their preseason coaches poll on July 31, 2018, with the Flyers predicted to finish in second place.