College football returns with Memphis at UNLV matchup on August 27
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 11, 2026, 9:12 AM
Last updated Sep 11, 2026
College football kicks off the 2026 season with Memphis facing UNLV on August 27 at 10 p.m. ET, broadcast on Fox. Both teams are looking to establish momentum early in the season after a lengthy offseason. Expectations are high for the matchup, and it could play a significant role in determining standings among Group of Six teams this year. The outcome may have implications for both squads as they compete for postseason position.
- •Memphis plays UNLV on August 27 in college football.
- •Game starts at 10 p.m. ET on Fox.
- •Teams aim to start the season strong after offseason.
- •Matchup may affect postseason positioning among Group of Six teams.
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"Ohio State's visit to Texas is the highlight of the Week 2 schedule in college football. We break own the top matchups to get you ready for Saturday.
"Pack the fridge, stock the shelves and clear the couch, my friends, because Week 1 of the 2026 college football season is here.
"After a not-so-patient seven months of waiting, college football is back. The offseason is, almost officially, over.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 11, 2026, 9:12 AMCollege football schedule for Week 2: Ohio State-Texas leads our breakdown
Ohio State's visit to Texas is the highlight of the Week 2 schedule in college football. We break own the top matchups to get you ready for Saturday.
- Bleacher ReportSep 9, 2026, 12:10 PM2026 Week 2 College Football Predictions for Every Game - Bleacher Report
Headlined by Ohio State's trip to Texas, Week 2 of the 2026 college football season is set to bring some showdowns.
- Bleacher ReportSep 2, 2026, 11:25 AM2026 Week 1 College Football Predictions for Every Game - Bleacher Report
Pack the fridge, stock the shelves and clear the couch, my friends, because Week 1 of the 2026 college football season is here.
- Bleacher ReportAug 26, 2026, 11:08 AM2026 Week 0 College Football Predictions for Every Game - Bleacher Report
After a not-so-patient seven months of waiting, college football is back. The offseason is, almost officially, over.
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