The 2026 Oklahoma football schedule opens at home against UTEP on September 4 at 8:00 p.m. ET. The Oklahoma Sooners face 12 regular-season games plus a potential SEC Championship appearance, with the Allstate Red River Rivalry against Texas and high-profile tests against ranked Michigan, Georgia, Ole Miss and Texas A&M.
Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium hosts seven home dates on the 2026 Oklahoma Sooners Football schedule. The toughest stretch lands in mid-to-late November with consecutive home games against ranked Ole Miss and Texas A&M.
2026 Oklahoma Football Schedule
| Date | Logo | Opponent | Time | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friday | UTEP MinersGaylord Family OK Mem. Stadium, Norman, OK | 8:00pm ETSECN+ | ||
| Saturday | at 16 Michigan WolverinesMichigan Stadium, Ann Arbor, MI | 12:00pm ETFOX | ||
| Saturday | New Mexico LobosGaylord Family OK Mem. Stadium, Norman, OK | 7:30pm ETESPN2 | ||
| Saturday | at 3 Georgia BulldogsSanford Stadium, Athens, GA | 3:30-8:00pm ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | OFF | |||
| Allstate Red River Rivalry | ||||
| Saturday | vs 5 Texas LonghornsCotton Bowl Stadium, Dallas, TX | 3:30pm ETABC or ESPN | ||
| Saturday | Kentucky WildcatsGaylord Family OK Mem. Stadium, Norman, OK | 3:30-8:00pm ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | at Mississippi State BulldogsDavis Wade Stadium, Starkville, MS | 3:30-8:00pm ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | South Carolina GamecocksGaylord Family OK Mem. Stadium, Norman, OK | 3:30-8:00pm ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | at Florida GatorsBen Hill Griffin Stadium, Gainesville, FL | 3:30-8:00pm ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | 9 Ole Miss RebelsGaylord Family OK Mem. Stadium, Norman, OK | 3:30-4:30pm ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | 8 Texas A&M AggiesGaylord Family OK Mem. Stadium, Norman, OK | 12:00-1:00pm ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | at 25 Missouri TigersFaurot Field, Columbia, MO | 3:30-4:30pm ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | vs SEC ChampionshipMercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, GA | 4:00pm ETABC | ||
How the 2026 Oklahoma Football Schedule Sets Up
September opens with a home game, a ranked road test, and early SEC challenges on the 2026 Oklahoma football schedule. UTEP at home, a trip to #16 Michigan on FOX, New Mexico at home, and a road game at #3 Georgia. That early stretch mixes manageable home dates with two demanding ranked contests.
October brings the bye week, the Allstate Red River Rivalry against #5 Texas in Dallas, Kentucky at home, a road trip to Mississippi State, and South Carolina at home. The neutral-site rivalry game is the clearest mid-season measuring stick.
November features a road trip to Florida, #9 Ole Miss at home, #8 Texas A&M at home, and a closer at #25 Missouri. That final stretch will decide seeding for a possible SEC Championship appearance.
Home Games at Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium
Seven home dates appear on the 2026 Oklahoma football schedule:
- September 4 vs. UTEP
- September 19 vs. New Mexico
- October 17 vs. Kentucky
- October 31 vs. South Carolina
- November 14 vs. #9 Ole Miss
- November 21 vs. #8 Texas A&M
The Ole Miss and Texas A&M games will generate the strongest crowds in Norman.
The Games That Decide the Season
Three contests stand out on the 2026 Oklahoma football schedule.
The September 12 road game at #16 Michigan is an early national measuring stick. The October 10 Allstate Red River Rivalry against #5 Texas is the biggest rivalry test. The November 14 home date against #9 Ole Miss will likely decide late-season momentum.
Win two of those three and the Sooners stay in control of their path toward a possible December 5 SEC Championship appearance in Atlanta.
Where to Watch Oklahoma Sooners Football
Confirmed networks on the 2026 Oklahoma Sooners Football schedule:
- SECN+ (Sept. 4 vs. UTEP)
- FOX (Sept. 12 at Michigan)
- ESPN2 (Sept. 19 vs. New Mexico)
- ABC or ESPN (Oct. 10 vs. Texas)
- ABC (Dec. 5 SEC Championship)
Most remaining SEC games still list TV as TBA. Expect additional network assignments once the final slate is set.
Key Dates at a Glance
- Sept. 4 — Season opener vs. UTEP, 8:00 p.m. ET, SECN+
- Sept. 12 — At #16 Michigan, 12:00 p.m. ET, FOX
- Oct. 3 — Bye week
- Oct. 10 — Allstate Red River Rivalry vs. #5 Texas, 3:30 p.m. ET, ABC or ESPN
- Nov. 14 — #9 Ole Miss at home
- Nov. 21 — #8 Texas A&M at home
- Dec. 5 — Potential SEC Championship in Atlanta, 4:00 p.m. ET, ABC
The 2026 Oklahoma football schedule opens with a ranked road test and builds toward classic rivalries and ranked home games. November will decide everything.
FAQ
When does Oklahoma open the 2026 season?
Oklahoma opens the 2026 season at home against UTEP on Friday, September 4 at 8:00 p.m. ET on SECN+.
How many home games do the Oklahoma Sooners have in 2026?
The Sooners have six home games at Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium on the 2026 Oklahoma football schedule: UTEP, New Mexico, Kentucky, South Carolina, #9 Ole Miss, and #8 Texas A&M.
Who do the Oklahoma Sooners play in the Allstate Red River Rivalry?
On October 10 the Sooners face #5 Texas in the Allstate Red River Rivalry at Cotton Bowl Stadium in Dallas at 3:30 p.m. ET on ABC or ESPN.
What channel are Oklahoma games on in 2026?
Confirmed networks include SECN+, FOX, ESPN2, ABC or ESPN, and ABC. Most SEC games remain TBA and will be assigned later in the year.
