The 2026 Colorado Buffaloes football schedule features a 13-game Big 12 slate as the program continues building under head coach Deion Sanders. The Buffs open the season on the road at Georgia Tech before returning to Boulder for home games against Weber State and a loaded conference schedule.
2026 Colorado Buffaloes Football Schedule
| Week | Date | Opponent | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sep 5 | @ Georgia Tech | Away |
| 2 | Sep 12 | Weber State | Home |
| 3 | Sep 19 | @ Northwestern | Away |
| 4 | Sep 26 | @ Baylor | Away |
| 5 | Oct 3 | Texas Tech | Home |
| BYE | Oct 10 | BYE WEEK | — |
| 7 | Oct 17 | Utah | Home |
| 8 | Oct 24 | @ Oklahoma State | Away |
| 9 | Oct 31 | Kansas State | Home |
| 10 | Nov 7 | @ Arizona State | Away |
| 11 | Nov 14 | Houston | Home |
| 12 | Nov 21 | @ Cincinnati | Away |
| 13 | Nov 28 | UCF | Home |
Colorado’s 2026 schedule is highlighted by home games against Texas Tech (October 3), Utah (October 17), Kansas State (October 31), Houston (November 14), and UCF (November 28). Road trips to Georgia Tech, Northwestern, Baylor, Oklahoma State, Arizona State, and Cincinnati make for one of the more demanding road schedules in the Big 12.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Colorado play in 2026?
Colorado opens the 2026 season on September 5 at Georgia Tech. Key home games include Utah (October 17), Kansas State (October 31), and UCF (November 28). Road trips include Northwestern (September 19), Baylor (September 26), Oklahoma State (October 24), and Arizona State (November 7).
When does Colorado play Utah in 2026?
Colorado hosts Utah on October 17, 2026 at Folsom Field in Boulder. This Big 12 matchup is one of the marquee home games on Colorado’s 2026 schedule as the two programs renew their rivalry within the conference.
Who is Colorado’s head coach in 2026?
Deion Sanders, known as Coach Prime, returns for his fourth season leading the Colorado Buffaloes in 2026. Sanders brought national attention to Boulder when he arrived from Jackson State in 2023 and continues to build the program through his recruiting approach and high-profile brand of football.
