The 2026 Texas football schedule opens at home against Texas State on September 5 at 3:30 p.m. ET. The Texas Longhorns face 12 regular-season games plus a potential SEC Championship appearance, with the Allstate Red River Rivalry against Oklahoma and the Lone Star Showdown against Texas A&M.
DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium hosts eight home dates on the 2026 Texas football schedule. The toughest stretch lands in mid-to-late October with consecutive home games against Florida, ranked Ole Miss and Mississippi State.
2026 Texas Football Schedule
| Date | Logo | Opponent | Time | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday | Texas State BobcatsDKR-Texas Memorial Stadium, Austin, TX | 3:30pm ETESPN | ||
| Saturday | 1 Ohio State BuckeyesDKR-Texas Memorial Stadium, Austin, TX | 7:30pm ETABC | ||
| Saturday | UTSA RoadrunnersDKR-Texas Memorial Stadium, Austin, TX | 8:00pm ETSECN+ | ||
| Saturday | at 20 Tennessee VolunteersNeyland Stadium, Knoxville, TN | 12:00pm ETABC or ESPN | ||
| Saturday | OFF | |||
| Allstate Red River Rivalry | ||||
| Saturday | vs 10 Oklahoma SoonersCotton Bowl Stadium, Dallas, TX | 3:30pm ETABC or ESPN | ||
| Saturday | Florida GatorsDKR-Texas Memorial Stadium, Austin, TX | 12:00-1:00pm ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | 9 Ole Miss RebelsDKR-Texas Memorial Stadium, Austin, TX | 3:30-8:00pm ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | Mississippi State BulldogsDKR-Texas Memorial Stadium, Austin, TX | 6:00-8:00pm ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | at 25 Missouri TigersFaurot Field, Columbia, MO | 12:00-1:00pm ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | at 11 LSU TigersTiger Stadium, Baton Rouge, LA | 3:30-8:00pm ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | Arkansas RazorbacksDKR-Texas Memorial Stadium, Austin, TX | 3:30-4:30pm ETTV TBA | ||
| Lone Star Showdown | ||||
| Friday | at 8 Texas A&M AggiesKyle Field, College Station, TX | 7:30pm ETABC | ||
| Saturday | vs SEC ChampionshipMercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, GA | 4:00pm ETABC | ||
How the 2026 Texas Football Schedule Sets Up
September opens with three home games and a ranked road test on the 2026 Texas Longhorns Football schedule. Texas State at home, #1 Ohio State at home on ABC, UTSA at home, and a trip to #20 Tennessee. That early stretch mixes manageable home dates with two high-profile ranked contests.
October brings the bye week, the Allstate Red River Rivalry against #10 Oklahoma in Dallas, Florida at home, #9 Ole Miss at home, and Mississippi State at home. The consecutive home games after the rivalry will define the middle of the season.
November features a road trip to #25 Missouri, a road game at #11 LSU, Arkansas at home, and the Lone Star Showdown at #8 Texas A&M. That final stretch will decide seeding for a possible SEC Championship appearance.
Home Games at DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium
Eight home dates appear on the 2026 Texas football schedule:
- September 5 vs. Texas State
- September 12 vs. #1 Ohio State
- September 19 vs. UTSA
- October 17 vs. Florida
- October 24 vs. #9 Ole Miss
- October 31 vs. Mississippi State
- November 21 vs. Arkansas
The Ohio State, Ole Miss and Florida games will generate the strongest crowds in Austin.
The Games That Decide the Season
Three contests stand out on the 2026 Texas football schedule.
The September 12 home game against #1 Ohio State is an early national measuring stick. The October 10 Allstate Red River Rivalry against #10 Oklahoma is the biggest rivalry test. The November 27 Lone Star Showdown at #8 Texas A&M always carries extra weight.
Win two of those three and the Longhorns stay in control of their path toward a possible December 5 SEC Championship appearance in Atlanta.
Where to Watch Texas Longhorns Football
Confirmed networks on the 2026 Texas Longhorns Football schedule:
- ESPN (Sept. 5 vs. Texas State)
- ABC (Sept. 12 vs. Ohio State, Nov. 27 at Texas A&M, and Dec. 5 SEC Championship)
- SECN+ (Sept. 19 vs. UTSA)
- ABC or ESPN (Sept. 26 at Tennessee and Oct. 10 vs. Oklahoma)
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. 5 — Season opener vs. Texas State, 3:30 p.m. ET, ESPN
- Sept. 12 — #1 Ohio State at home, 7:30 p.m. ET, ABC
- Oct. 3 — Bye week
- Oct. 10 — Allstate Red River Rivalry vs. #10 Oklahoma, 3:30 p.m. ET, ABC or ESPN
- Nov. 27 — Lone Star Showdown at #8 Texas A&M, 7:30 p.m. ET, ABC
- Dec. 5 — Potential SEC Championship in Atlanta, 4:00 p.m. ET, ABC
The 2026 Texas football schedule opens with a ranked home game and builds toward classic rivalries and ranked tests. November will decide everything.
FAQ
When does Texas open the 2026 season?
Texas opens the 2026 season at home against Texas State on Saturday, September 5 at 3:30 p.m. ET on ESPN.
How many home games do the Texas Longhorns have in 2026?
The Longhorns have seven home games at DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium on the 2026 Texas football schedule: Texas State, #1 Ohio State, UTSA, Florida, #9 Ole Miss, Mississippi State, and Arkansas.
Who do the Texas Longhorns play in the Allstate Red River Rivalry?
On October 10 the Longhorns face #10 Oklahoma 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 Texas games on in 2026?
Confirmed networks include ESPN, ABC, SECN+, and ABC or ESPN. Most SEC games remain TBA and will be assigned later in the year.
