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BYU's 2026 football schedule ranks difficult games ahead of season

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Last updated Aug 25, 2026

BYU's 2026 football schedule ranks difficult games ahead of season
Summary

BYU's 2026 football schedule features challenging matchups, including a home game against Notre Dame in October and an away game at Utah on November 7. The Cougars are coming off an impressive 23-4 record over the last two seasons, narrowly missing College Football Playoff spots in 2024 and 2025. Head coach Kalani Sitake promotes a 'hungry and humble' mentality within the team, focusing on preparation and consistency. Although expectations are high, the team remains grounded, with offensive coordinator Aaron Roderick emphasizing that past performances do not guarantee future success.

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  • •BYU's 2026 schedule includes games against Notre Dame and Utah.
  • •The Cougars have a strong returning roster, led by quarterback Bear Bachmeier.
  • •BYU finished 23-4 over the past two seasons, narrowly missing CFP appearances.
  • •Kalani Sitake emphasizes a humble approach as the season approaches.
  • •Preseason expectations are high but the team remains focused on preparation.
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  • 3:00 AMYahoo Sports — Surveying the schedule: Ranking BYU’s 12 football games in 2026 by order of difficulty
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Notre Dame’s visit in October and a trip to Utah on Nov. 7 highlight BYU’s 2026 football schedule.

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