2026 Big 12 Football Schedule Released with Key Dates and Broadcast Information

The 2026 Big 12 football season is poised to introduce global expansion and new rivalries, featuring 16 programs that will each compete in nine league games. The season will commence with TCU facing North Carolina in the Aer Lingus College Football Classic in Dublin, Ireland, on August 29.

Following the opening game, most teams will begin their seasons the next week, with three teams playing on September 3 and the remainder starting on September 4-5. Notable matchups include Missouri at Kansas and Houston at Texas Tech, both scheduled for Friday nights.

The championship game is set for December 4 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, and will be broadcast on ABC. Fans can watch games across various networks including FOX, FS1, and ESPN, with streaming options available through services like ESPN+ and HBO Max.