The Ohio State Buckeyes already know most of their future opponents, thanks to the Big Ten releasing conference matchups years in advance. Think of this as your Ohio State future football schedule tracker: confirmed opponents by season, home and away breakdowns, and a free printable for 2027. It updates as dates, kickoff times, and non-conference games are announced.
Ohio State Future Schedule: Quick Facts
- Ohio State plays nine Big Ten games per season, with three non-conference games.
- Protected annual rivals: Michigan.
- Ohio State travels to Michigan for The Game in 2027 and hosts USC in Columbus.
- Most 2027 dates and kickoff times are still TBA.
Ohio State Buckeyes Future Opponents and Schedules
Below is Ohio State’s season-by-season outlook. The 2026 slate is set and has its own full schedule page; 2027 and 2028 show the Big Ten opponents confirmed so far, with non-conference games and exact dates filling in over time.
2026 Ohio State Opponents & Schedule
Ohio State’s 2026 schedule is complete. For the full week-by-week slate, dates, and a printable, see our 2026 Ohio State Buckeyes football schedule.
2027 Ohio State Opponents & Schedule
Ohio State hosts Michigan State, Nebraska, Purdue and USC in Big Ten play, and travels to Michigan, Minnesota, Northwestern, Oregon and Rutgers. Ohio State’s three non-conference games for 2027 have not been announced yet and will be added here as they are scheduled.
| Opponent | Site | Date |
|---|---|---|
 vs Michigan State |
Home | TBD |
 vs Nebraska |
Home | TBD |
 vs Purdue |
Home | TBD |
 vs USC |
Home | TBD |
 at Michigan |
Away | TBD |
 at Minnesota |
Away | TBD |
 at Northwestern |
Away | TBD |
 at Oregon |
Away | TBD |
 at Rutgers |
Away | TBD |
Download the Printable 2027 Ohio State Schedule
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2028 Ohio State Opponents & Schedule
Ohio State’s 2028 Big Ten opponents are set. The Buckeyes host Michigan, Minnesota, Rutgers, Washington and Wisconsin, and travel to Illinois, Maryland, Penn State and UCLA. Non-conference games and exact dates are still to be announced.
Beyond 2028
The Big Ten has confirmed conference opponents through the 2028 season. As the league releases Ohio State’s 2029 matchups and beyond, they will be added to this page.
How Ohio State’s Future Football Schedule Comes Together
Each season Ohio State plays a nine-game Big Ten slate the conference assigns, plus three non-conference games the school books on its own, often years ahead. Under the Big Ten’s scheduling model, Ohio State’s protected annual rivals (Michigan) recur every year while the rest of the schedule rotates, which means the Buckeyes see the whole league on a regular cycle.
As the Big Ten finalizes dates and Ohio State fills its remaining non-conference slots, this Ohio State future football schedule page updates so you always have the current opponent list and printable in one place.
Ohio State Future Football Schedule FAQ
Who does Ohio State play every year?
Ohio State’s protected annual rivals are Michigan. The rest of the nine-game conference slate rotates year to year.
Who does Ohio State play in 2027?
In Big Ten play, Ohio State hosts Michigan State, Nebraska, Purdue and USC and visits Michigan, Minnesota, Northwestern, Oregon and Rutgers. Ohio State’s three non-conference games for 2027 have not been announced yet and will be added here as they are scheduled.
Is there a printable Ohio State 2027 schedule?
Yes. This page includes a free printable 2027 Ohio State schedule with the confirmed opponents and home/away breakdown. Dates and kickoff times are added as they are announced.
Where can I find Ohio State’s current schedule?
See the 2026 Ohio State Buckeyes football schedule for the current season.
Past Ohio State Schedules
Looking for past Ohio State results and printables? Browse the 2026 Ohio State schedule, 2025 Ohio State football schedule and 2024 Ohio State football schedule. For every other team’s future opponents by year, visit our Future College Football Schedules hub.
