The Cincinnati Bearcats already know most of their future opponents, thanks to the Big 12 releasing conference matchups years in advance. Think of this as your Cincinnati 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.
Cincinnati Future Schedule: Quick Facts
- Cincinnati plays nine Big 12 games per season, with three non-conference games.
- Under the Big 12’s scheduling model, Cincinnati has no single permanently protected rival; opponents rotate across the league.
- Cincinnati hosts TCU, Houston, Oklahoma State, Kansas, and West Virginia in 2027.
- Most 2027 dates and kickoff times are still TBA.
Cincinnati Bearcats Future Opponents and Schedules
Below is Cincinnati’s season-by-season outlook. The 2026 slate is set and has its own full schedule page; 2027 show the Big 12 opponents confirmed so far, with non-conference games and exact dates filling in over time.
2026 Cincinnati Opponents & Schedule
Cincinnati’s 2026 schedule is complete. For the full week-by-week slate, dates, and a printable, see our 2026 Cincinnati Bearcats football schedule.
2027 Cincinnati Opponents & Schedule
Cincinnati hosts TCU, Houston, Oklahoma State, Kansas and West Virginia in Big 12 play, and travels to Arizona State, Baylor, Kansas State and UCF. Cincinnati’s non-conference games for 2027 have not been announced yet and will be added here as they are scheduled.
| Opponent | Site | Date |
|---|---|---|
 vs TCU |
Home | TBD |
 vs Houston |
Home | TBD |
 vs Oklahoma State |
Home | TBD |
 vs Kansas |
Home | TBD |
 vs West Virginia |
Home | TBD |
 at Arizona State |
Away | TBD |
 at Baylor |
Away | TBD |
 at Kansas State |
Away | TBD |
 at UCF |
Away | TBD |
Download the Printable 2027 Cincinnati Schedule
Opens in a new tab. Last updated Sept. 3, 2026.
Beyond 2027
The Big 12 has confirmed conference opponents through the 2027 season. As the league releases Cincinnati’s 2028 matchups and beyond, they will be added to this page.
How Cincinnati’s Future Football Schedule Comes Together
Each season Cincinnati plays a nine-game Big 12 slate the conference assigns, plus three non-conference games the school books on its own, often years ahead. The Big 12 plays without divisions, so Cincinnati’s opponents rotate across the league, which means the Bearcats see the whole conference on a regular cycle.
As the Big 12 finalizes dates and Cincinnati fills its remaining non-conference slots, this Cincinnati future football schedule page updates so you always have the current opponent list and printable in one place.
Cincinnati Future Football Schedule FAQ
Who does Cincinnati play every year?
Cincinnati has no single permanently protected rival under the Big 12’s current model; opponents rotate so the Bearcats face the whole conference over a few seasons.
Who does Cincinnati play in 2027?
In Big 12 play, Cincinnati hosts TCU, Houston, Oklahoma State, Kansas and West Virginia and visits Arizona State, Baylor, Kansas State and UCF. Cincinnati’s non-conference games for 2027 have not been announced yet and will be added here as they are scheduled.
Is there a printable Cincinnati 2027 schedule?
Yes. This page includes a free printable 2027 Cincinnati schedule with the confirmed opponents and home/away breakdown. Dates and kickoff times are added as they are announced.
Where can I find Cincinnati’s current schedule?
See the 2026 Cincinnati Bearcats football schedule for the current season.
Past Cincinnati Schedules
Looking for past Cincinnati results and printables? Browse the 2026 Cincinnati schedule and 2024 Cincinnati football schedule. For every other team’s future opponents by year, visit our Future College Football Schedules hub.
