The 2026 Colorado football schedule opens on the road at Georgia Tech on September 3 at 8:00 p.m. ET. The 2026 Colorado Buffaloes football schedule features 12 regular-season games plus a potential Big 12 Championship appearance, with high-profile home dates against ranked Texas Tech and Utah in the Rumble in the Rockies.
Folsom Field hosts six home dates on the 2026 Colorado football schedule. The toughest stretch lands in mid-to-late October with consecutive home games against ranked opponents followed by a road trip to Oklahoma State.
2026 Colorado Football Schedule
| Date | Logo | Opponent | Time | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday | at Georgia Tech Yellow JacketsBobby Dodd Stadium, Atlanta, GA | 8:00pm ETESPN | ||
| Saturday | Weber State WildcatsFolsom Field, Boulder, CO | 3:30pm ETESPN+ | ||
| Saturday | at Northwestern WildcatsNW Medicine at Martin Stadium, Evanston, IL | 7:30pm ETFOX or FS1 | ||
| Saturday | at Baylor BearsMcLane Stadium, Waco, TX | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | 12 Texas Tech Red RaidersFolsom Field, Boulder, CO | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Rumble in the Rockies | ||||
| Saturday | 21 Utah UtesFolsom Field, Boulder, CO | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | at Oklahoma State CowboysBoone Pickens Stadium, Stillwater, OK | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | Kansas State WildcatsFolsom Field, Boulder, CO | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | at Arizona State Sun DevilsMountain America Stadium, Tempe, AZ | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Friday | 23 Houston CougarsFolsom Field, Boulder, CO | 10:15pm ETESPN | ||
| Saturday | at Cincinnati BearcatsNippert Stadium, Cincinnati, OH | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | UCF KnightsFolsom Field, Boulder, CO | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Friday | vs Big 12 ChampionshipAT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX | 8:00pm ETABC | ||
How the 2026 Colorado Football Schedule Sets Up
September opens with a mix of road and home games on the 2026 Colorado Buffaloes football schedule. A trip to Georgia Tech on ESPN, Weber State at home, a road game at Northwestern, and a trip to Baylor. That early stretch gives the Buffaloes one home date and three road contests.
October brings #12 Texas Tech at home, the Rumble in the Rockies against #21 Utah at home, a road trip to Oklahoma State, and Kansas State at home. The back-to-back ranked home games will define the middle of the season.
November features a road trip to Arizona State, #23 Houston at home on ESPN, a road game at Cincinnati, and UCF at home. That final stretch will decide seeding for a possible Big 12 Championship appearance.
Home Games at Folsom Field
Six home dates appear on the 2026 Colorado football schedule:
- September 12 vs. Weber State
- October 3 vs. #12 Texas Tech
- October 17 vs. #21 Utah (Rumble in the Rockies)
- October 31 vs. Kansas State
- November 13 vs. #23 Houston
- November 28 vs. UCF
The Texas Tech, Utah and Houston games will generate the strongest crowds in Boulder.
The Games That Decide the Season
Three contests stand out on the 2026 Colorado football schedule.
The October 3 home game against #12 Texas Tech is an early Big 12 measuring stick. The October 17 Rumble in the Rockies against #21 Utah is the most important rivalry test. The November 13 home date against #23 Houston on ESPN will likely decide late-season momentum.
Win two of those three and the Buffaloes stay in control of their path toward a possible December 4 Big 12 Championship appearance in Arlington.
Where to Watch Colorado Buffaloes Football: TV and Streaming
Confirmed networks on the Colorado TV schedule 2026:
- ESPN (Sept. 3 at Georgia Tech and Nov. 13 vs. Houston)
- ESPN+ (Sept. 12 vs. Weber State)
- FOX or FS1 (Sept. 19 at Northwestern)
- ABC (Dec. 4 Big 12 Championship)
Most remaining Big 12 games still list TV as TBA. Expect additional network assignments once the final slate is set.
Key Dates at a Glance
- Sept. 3 — Season opener at Georgia Tech, 8:00 p.m. ET, ESPN
- Oct. 3 — #12 Texas Tech at home
- Oct. 17 — Rumble in the Rockies vs. #21 Utah
- Nov. 13 — #23 Houston at home, 10:15 p.m. ET, ESPN
- Dec. 4 — Potential Big 12 Championship in Arlington, 8:00 p.m. ET, ABC
The 2026 Colorado football schedule opens on the road and builds toward ranked home tests and the Rumble in the Rockies. November will decide everything.
FAQ
When does Colorado open the 2026 season?
Colorado opens the 2026 season on the road at Georgia Tech on Thursday, September 3 at 8:00 p.m. ET on ESPN.
How many home games do the Colorado Buffaloes have in 2026?
The Buffaloes have six home games at Folsom Field on the 2026 Colorado football schedule: Weber State, #12 Texas Tech, #21 Utah, Kansas State, #23 Houston, and UCF.
Who do the Colorado Buffaloes play in the Rumble in the Rockies?
On October 17 the Buffaloes host #21 Utah in the Rumble in the Rockies at Folsom Field. Time and TV are still TBA.
What channel are Colorado games on in 2026?
Confirmed networks include ESPN, ESPN+, FOX or FS1, and ABC. Most Big 12 games remain TBA and will be assigned later in the year.
