The 2026 college football season officially begins with an international matchup, as the University of North Carolina takes on TCU in Dublin, Ireland. This opening game marks the second year of Bill Belichick’s tenure as head coach of the Tar Heels program. The inaugural Saturday also features contests between San Jose State and USC, as well as Memphis against the University of Las Vegas.
College football games throughout the season will be distributed across multiple television platforms. Major networks including ESPN, ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, and FS1 will carry games, along with specialty sports channels. The 15-week regular season concludes with the College Football Playoff Championship scheduled for January 25, 2027.
For viewers without cable subscriptions, several streaming options provide access to college football programming. Services like DirecTV, Fubo, and Sling offer live television streaming with coverage of the necessary sports channels. DirecTV provides a five-day free trial, while Fubo currently offers a one-day trial period. Those seeking more affordable options may consider Sling, which features lower monthly rates despite lacking a free trial period.
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