College football season kicks off with week one games starting September 3
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 31, 2026, 9:48 PM
Last updated Aug 31, 2026
The 2026 college football season begins Thursday, September 3, with UMass traveling to face Rutgers. The opening week continues through Sunday, September 6, featuring numerous matchups across major conferences including the Big Ten, SEC, and ACC. Broadcast coverage for these contests is provided through a variety of networks such as ESPN, ABC, FOX, NBC, and the Big Ten Network. Fans planning to follow the full season, including upcoming bowl games, can access these games through several live television streaming services. Providers like Sling TV offer multiple plan structures, including monthly subscriptions and seasonal passes, to grant viewers access to relevant sports channels. Schedules remain subject to updates as the opening week approaches.
- •The 2026 college football season opens on Thursday, September 3.
- •Week one features games including UMass at Rutgers, Colorado at Georgia Tech, and Clemson at LSU.
- •Games are scheduled for broadcast on ESPN, ABC, NBC, FOX, and the Big Ten Network.
- •Streaming services offer various subscription plans and passes for multi-channel sports access.
- •Schedule information for the opening week is currently being updated for viewers.
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