Big 12 Conference Unveils 2026 Football Schedule
The Big 12 Conference has just announced its 2026 football schedule. This season will see all 16 teams play nine conference games, along with 13 non-conference matchups, including games against Power Four teams and Notre Dame.
What’s especially exciting? The conference is heading overseas! The schedule kicks off with the Aer Lingus College Football Classic on August 29, where TCU will face North Carolina in Dublin, Ireland. Just a few weeks later, Arizona State and Kansas will battle it out at Wembley Stadium in London on September 19.
Here are some of the notable non-conference games to look forward to:
- Cincinnati hosts Boston College in Week One.
- Kansas vs. Missouri, and Oklahoma State against Oregon kick off in Week Two, while Utah takes on Arkansas.
- BYU will host Notre Dame in Week Seven.
Conference play is set to begin early. Arizona will visit BYU, and Houston will face Texas Tech in subsequent weeks.
Rivalry matchups are always a highlight, and they start in Week Seven with:
- Sunflower Showdown: Kansas vs. Kansas State in Manhattan
- TCU at Baylor
- BYU at Utah
- Territorial Cup: Arizona vs. Arizona State during Thanksgiving week.
The grand finale, the Big 12 Football Championship, is scheduled for December 4 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. This game will kick off at 7 p.m. CT and will be broadcast on ABC.
In addition, Big 12’s TV partners, including ESPN, FOX Sports, and TNT Sports, will later announce kickoff times for the first three weeks of the season. This new Friday-Saturday rotation aims to boost national visibility for the games.
As excitement builds for the 2026 season, fans can look forward to thrilling matchups, both at home and across the globe. For live updates and more information, visit Big 12 Sports.
By embracing this global approach, the Big 12 is not only enhancing the fan experience but also positioning itself as a significant player in college football’s evolving landscape. Keeping up with changes can help fans stay engaged and excited about the upcoming season.
