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The 2026 Penn State football schedule features 12 regular-season games, with the Lions opening at home on September 5 against Marshall at Beaver Stadium. Download the full schedule as a printable PDF below, complete with dates, opponents, game times, and TV broadcast information as it becomes available.
Penn State plays 7 home games at Beaver Stadium in State College, Pennsylvania. The Nittany Lions face a challenging Big Ten slate that includes USC, Michigan, Washington, Wisconsin, and Minnesota. Note that the October 2 game at Northwestern is on a Friday. Kickoff times and TV assignments are TBD and will be released closer to each game date.
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2026 Penn State Nittany Lions Full Schedule
| Wk | Date | Opponent | Time (ET) | TV |
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| 1 | Sat, Sep 5 | vs Marshall Thundering Herd | 3:30 PM | FS1 |
| 2 | Sat, Sep 12 | @ Temple Owls | 12:00 PM | ESPN2 |
| 3 | Sat, Sep 19 | vs Buffalo Bulls | 12:00 PM | BTN |
| 4 | Sat, Sep 26 | vs Wisconsin Badgers | TBD | TBD |
| 5 | Fri, Oct 2 | @ Northwestern Wildcats | 8:00 PM | FOX |
| 6 | Sat, Oct 10 | vs USC Trojans | TBD | TBD |
| 7 | Sat, Oct 17 | @ Michigan Wolverines | TBD | TBD |
| Open Date – Bye Week (Sat, Oct 24) | ||||
| 9 | Sat, Oct 31 | vs Purdue Boilermakers | TBD | TBD |
| 10 | Sat, Nov 7 | @ Washington Huskies | TBD | TBD |
| 11 | Sat, Nov 14 | vs Minnesota Golden Gophers | TBD | TBD |
| 12 | Sat, Nov 21 | vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights | TBD | TBD |
| 13 | Sat, Nov 28 | @ Maryland Terrapins | TBD | TBD |
All times Eastern. TBD = kickoff/TV not yet announced. Updated May 27, 2026.
All kickoff times and TV broadcast assignments are TBD. Home games played at Beaver Stadium, State College, PA. The October 2 game at Northwestern kicks off on a Friday.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Penn State’s head football coach in 2026?
James Franklin returns as Penn State’s head football coach in 2026, entering his 13th season leading the Nittany Lions. Franklin has guided Penn State to multiple Big Ten titles and College Football Playoff appearances during his tenure.
Where do the Penn State Nittany Lions play home games?
Penn State plays home games at Beaver Stadium in State College, Pennsylvania, one of the largest stadiums in the country with a capacity of approximately 107,282. The atmosphere at Beaver Stadium, known for “White Out” games, is among the most electric in college football.
When is Penn State’s 2026 season opener?
The Nittany Lions open the 2026 season at home on September 5 against Marshall at Beaver Stadium. Kickoff time and TV designation are TBD.
When will kickoff times and TV assignments be announced for Penn State games?
The Big Ten and its broadcast partners (Fox, CBS, NBC, Peacock, and Big Ten Network) typically release kickoff times and TV designations on a 12-day or 6-day advance schedule during the season. All times listed as TBD will be updated here as they are confirmed.
How many home games does Penn State play in 2026?
Penn State plays 7 home games at Beaver Stadium in 2026, including marquee matchups against USC, Wisconsin, and Minnesota. The Nittany Lions play 5 road games, with one bye week on October 24.
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