The 2026 Oklahoma State football schedule opens on the road at Tulsa on September 5 at 3:45 p.m. ET. The 2026 Oklahoma State Cowboys football schedule features 12 regular-season games plus a potential Big 12 Championship appearance, with a high-profile home date against #2 Oregon and several ranked tests throughout the Big 12 slate.
Boone Pickens Stadium hosts six home dates on the 2026 Oklahoma State football schedule. The toughest stretch lands in mid-to-late November with consecutive road games at Kansas State and Arizona State sandwiching a home date against ranked Texas Tech.
2026 Oklahoma State Football Schedule
| Date | Logo | Opponent | Time | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday | at Tulsa Golden HurricaneH.A. Chapman Stadium, Tulsa, OK | 3:45pm ETESPNU | ||
| Saturday | 2 Oregon DucksBoone Pickens Stadium, Stillwater, OK | 12:00pm ETESPN/Disney+ | ||
| Saturday | Murray State RacersBoone Pickens Stadium, Stillwater, OK | 7:00pm ETESPN+ | ||
| Saturday | at West Virginia MountaineersMountaineer Field, Morgantown, WV | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | UCF KnightsBoone Pickens Stadium, Stillwater, OK | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | at 23 Houston CougarsTDECU Stadium, Houston, TX | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | Colorado BuffaloesBoone Pickens Stadium, Stillwater, OK | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | at Iowa State CyclonesJack Trice Stadium, Ames, IA | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | at Kansas State WildcatsBill Snyder Family Stadium, Manhattan, KS | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | 12 Texas Tech Red RaidersBoone Pickens Stadium, Stillwater, OK | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | at Arizona State Sun DevilsMountain America Stadium, Tempe, AZ | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | Kansas JayhawksBoone Pickens Stadium, Stillwater, OK | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Friday | vs Big 12 ChampionshipAT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX | 8:00pm ETABC |
How the 2026 Oklahoma State Football Schedule Sets Up
September opens with a local road game and a massive home test on the 2026 Oklahoma State Cowboys football schedule. A trip to Tulsa, #2 Oregon at home on ESPN/Disney+, Murray State at home, and a road game at West Virginia. That early stretch mixes a high-profile ranked home game with manageable dates.
October brings UCF at home, a road trip to #23 Houston, Colorado at home, and a road game at Iowa State. The Houston game is the clearest mid-season ranked measuring stick.
November features consecutive road games at Kansas State and Arizona State sandwiching a home date against #12 Texas Tech, then Kansas at home. That final stretch will decide seeding for a possible Big 12 Championship appearance.
Home Games at Boone Pickens Stadium
Six home dates appear on the 2026 Oklahoma State football schedule:
- September 12 vs. #2 Oregon
- September 19 vs. Murray State
- October 10 vs. UCF
- October 24 vs. Colorado
- November 14 vs. #12 Texas Tech
- November 28 vs. Kansas
The Oregon and Texas Tech games will generate the strongest crowds in Stillwater.
The Games That Decide the Season
Three contests stand out on the 2026 Oklahoma State football schedule.
The September 12 home game against #2 Oregon is the biggest early measuring stick. The October 17 road trip to #23 Houston is a key ranked test. The November 14 home date against #12 Texas Tech will likely decide late-season momentum.
Win two of those three and the Cowboys stay in control of their path toward a possible December 4 Big 12 Championship appearance in Arlington.
Where to Watch Oklahoma State Cowboys Football: TV and Streaming
Confirmed networks on the Oklahoma State TV schedule 2026:
- ESPNU (Sept. 5 at Tulsa)
- ESPN/Disney+ (Sept. 12 vs. Oregon)
- ESPN+ (Sept. 19 vs. Murray State)
- 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. 5 — Season opener at Tulsa, 3:45 p.m. ET, ESPNU
- Sept. 12 — #2 Oregon at home, 12:00 p.m. ET, ESPN/Disney+
- Oct. 17 — At #23 Houston
- Nov. 14 — #12 Texas Tech at home
- Dec. 4 — Potential Big 12 Championship in Arlington, 8:00 p.m. ET, ABC
The 2026 Oklahoma State football schedule opens with a ranked home test and builds toward more Big 12 challenges. November will decide everything.
FAQ
When does Oklahoma State open the 2026 season?
Oklahoma State opens the 2026 season on the road at Tulsa on Saturday, September 5 at 3:45 p.m. ET on ESPNU.
How many home games do the Oklahoma State Cowboys have in 2026?
The Cowboys have six home games at Boone Pickens Stadium on the 2026 Oklahoma State football schedule: #2 Oregon, Murray State, UCF, Colorado, #12 Texas Tech, and Kansas.
Who do the Oklahoma State Cowboys play on September 12?
On September 12 the Cowboys host #2 Oregon at Boone Pickens Stadium at 12:00 p.m. ET on ESPN/Disney+.
What channel are Oklahoma State games on in 2026?
Confirmed networks include ESPNU, ESPN/Disney+, ESPN+, and ABC. Most Big 12 games remain TBA and will be assigned later in the year.
