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The 2026 BYU Cougars football schedule features a headline home matchup against Notre Dame as part of a loaded Big 12 slate. The Cougars open with three consecutive home games against Utah Tech, Arizona, and Colorado State before a bye week, then launch into conference play with a road trip to TCU.
2026 BYU Cougars Football Schedule
| Wk | Date | Opponent | Time (ET) | TV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sat, Sep 5 | vs Utah Tech Trailblazers | 8:00 PM | ESPN+ |
| 2 | Sat, Sep 12 | vs Arizona Wildcats | 3:30 PM | FOX |
| 3 | Sat, Sep 19 | @ Colorado State Rams | 7:30 PM | CBS/Paramount+ |
| Open Date – Bye Week (Sat, Sep 26) | ||||
| 5 | Sat, Oct 3 | @ TCU Horned Frogs | TBD | TBD |
| 6 | Fri, Oct 9 | vs Iowa State Cyclones | 10:15 PM | ESPN |
| 7 | Sat, Oct 17 | vs Notre Dame Fighting Irish | TBD | TBD |
| 8 | Sat, Oct 24 | @ UCF Knights | TBD | TBD |
| 9 | Sat, Oct 31 | vs Arizona State Sun Devils | TBD | TBD |
| 10 | Sat, Nov 7 | @ Utah Utes | TBD | TBD |
| 11 | Sat, Nov 14 | vs Baylor Bears | TBD | TBD |
| 12 | Sat, Nov 21 | @ Kansas Jayhawks | TBD | TBD |
| 13 | Sat, Nov 28 | vs Cincinnati Bearcats | TBD | TBD |
All times Eastern. TBD = kickoff/TV not yet announced. Updated May 27, 2026.
The marquee game on BYU’s 2026 schedule is the home date against Notre Dame on October 17, one of college football’s most storied matchups. The Cougars also face the rivalry game at Utah on November 7, hosting Iowa State, Arizona State, Baylor, and Cincinnati at LaVell Edwards Stadium. Road trips to TCU, Utah, and Kansas round out a challenging Big 12 slate.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does BYU play Notre Dame in 2026?
BYU hosts Notre Dame on October 17, 2026 at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo, Utah. This is one of the most anticipated matchups on BYU’s 2026 schedule, continuing a prestigious series between the two programs.
When does BYU play Utah in 2026?
BYU travels to Salt Lake City to face rival Utah on November 7, 2026. The Holy War is one of the most intense rivalries in college football and a highlight of the Big 12 schedule for both programs.
Where do the BYU Cougars play home games in 2026?
BYU plays home games at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo, Utah. The stadium seats approximately 63,000 fans and is named after legendary head coach LaVell Edwards, who guided the Cougars for 29 seasons and won a national championship in 1984. It consistently ranks among the loudest environments in the Big 12.
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