The 2018 Valparaiso Crusaders football team represented Valparaiso University in the 2018 NCAA Division I FCS football season.

They were led by fifth-year head coach Dave Cecchini and played their home games at Brown Field.

The PFL released their preseason all-PFL team on July 30, 2018, with the Crusaders having three players selected.

[1] Offense Tom Schofield – OL Defense Nick Turner – LB Special teams Bailey Gessinger – RET

The PFL released their preseason coaches poll on July 31, 2018, with the Crusaders predicted to finish in a tie for fourth place.