Indiana Hoosiers 2026 football schedule includes ranked opponents
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 10:17 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
The Indiana Hoosiers are set to begin their 2026 college football season on September 5 against North Texas. They are ranked No. 6 in the preseason AP poll and will look to defend their national championship. The season features a challenging stretch in October and November, including games against four preseason ranked opponents: No. 1 Ohio State, No. 16 Michigan, No. 14 USC, and No. 17 Washington. Indiana will host Ohio State on October 17 and Michigan on October 24, with the USC matchup on November 14 also at home.
- •Season opener against North Texas on September 5 at noon.
- •Ranked No. 6 in the preseason AP poll.
- •Five-game stretch in October and November features four ranked teams.
- •Hosts No. 1 Ohio State on October 17 and No. 16 Michigan on October 24.
- •Plays No. 14 USC at home on November 14.
- 10:17 PMYahoo Sports — Indiana Hoosiers 2026 College Football Schedule: Dates, Opponents, Times, TV/ Stream info
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