College football teams open 2026 season with full schedule of games

College football programs across the country begin their 2026 campaigns today with a comprehensive slate of matchups. Action commences early in the morning and continues throughout the day across various television networks and digital streaming platforms. Major conference programs, including Alabama, Ohio State, and Georgia, are among the schools hosting non-conference opponents to kick off the year. The schedule includes a neutral-site game between Baylor and Auburn taking place at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. Other notable matchups feature Boise State traveling to face Oregon and Clemson playing at LSU during the evening window. Fans can access games via broadcast networks such as ABC, CBS, and Fox, or through several regional networks and subscription-based streaming services throughout the day.

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