The 2026 Texas Tech football schedule opens at home against Abilene Christian on September 5 at 7:00 p.m. ET. The 2026 Texas Tech Red Raiders football schedule features 12 regular-season games plus a potential Big 12 Championship appearance, with early ranked tests against Houston and a late Thursday night home date against TCU.
Galaxy Stadium hosts seven home dates on the 2026 Texas Tech football schedule. The toughest stretch lands in mid-to-late November with consecutive road games at Oklahoma State and Baylor sandwiching a home date against TCU.
2026 Texas Tech Football Schedule
| Date | Logo | Opponent | Time | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday | Abilene Christian WildcatsGalaxy Stadium, Lubbock, TX | 7:00pm ETFS1 | ||
| Saturday | at Oregon State BeaversReser Stadium, Corvallis, OR | 7:30pm ETCBS/Paramount+ | ||
| Friday | 23 Houston CougarsGalaxy Stadium, Lubbock, TX | 8:00pm ETFOX | ||
| Saturday | Sam Houston BearkatsGalaxy Stadium, Lubbock, TX | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | at Colorado BuffaloesFolsom Field, Boulder, CO | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | Arizona State Sun DevilsGalaxy Stadium, Lubbock, TX | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | at Cincinnati BearcatsNippert Stadium, Cincinnati, OH | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | Arizona WildcatsGalaxy Stadium, Lubbock, TX | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | West Virginia MountaineersGalaxy Stadium, Lubbock, TX | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | at Oklahoma State CowboysBoone Pickens Stadium, Stillwater, OK | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | at Baylor BearsMcLane Stadium, Waco, TX | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Thursday | TCU Horned FrogsGalaxy Stadium, Lubbock, TX | 8:00pm ETESPN | ||
| Friday | vs Big 12 ChampionshipAT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX | 8:00pm ETABC |
How the 2026 Texas Tech Football Schedule Sets Up
September opens with a home game, a West Coast road trip, and a ranked home test on the 2026 Texas Tech Red Raiders football schedule. Abilene Christian at home, a trip to Oregon State, #23 Houston at home on FOX, and Sam Houston at home. That early stretch mixes manageable dates with an early ranked challenge.
October brings a road trip to Colorado, Arizona State at home, a road game at Cincinnati, and Arizona at home. The mid-season home dates will help build momentum.
November features West Virginia at home, consecutive road games at Oklahoma State and Baylor, and a Thursday night home date against TCU on ESPN. That final stretch will decide seeding for a possible Big 12 Championship appearance.
Home Games at Galaxy Stadium
Seven home dates appear on the 2026 Texas Tech football schedule:
- September 5 vs. Abilene Christian
- September 18 vs. #23 Houston
- September 26 vs. Sam Houston
- October 17 vs. Arizona State
- October 31 vs. Arizona
- November 7 vs. West Virginia
- November 26 vs. TCU
The Houston and TCU games will generate the strongest crowds in Lubbock.
The Games That Decide the Season
Three contests stand out on the 2026 Texas Tech football schedule.
The September 18 home game against #23 Houston is an early Big 12 measuring stick. The November 14–21 road stretch at Oklahoma State and Baylor is a key late-season test. The November 26 Thursday night home date against TCU on ESPN will likely decide late-season momentum.
Win two of those three and the Red Raiders stay in control of their path toward a possible December 4 Big 12 Championship appearance in Arlington.
Where to Watch Texas Tech Red Raiders Football: TV and Streaming
Confirmed networks on the Texas Tech TV schedule 2026:
- FS1 (Sept. 5 vs. Abilene Christian)
- CBS/Paramount+ (Sept. 12 at Oregon State)
- FOX (Sept. 18 vs. Houston)
- ESPN (Nov. 26 vs. TCU)
- 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 vs. Abilene Christian, 7:00 p.m. ET, FS1
- Sept. 18 — #23 Houston at home, 8:00 p.m. ET, FOX
- Nov. 26 — TCU at home, 8:00 p.m. ET, ESPN
- Dec. 4 — Potential Big 12 Championship in Arlington, 8:00 p.m. ET, ABC
The 2026 Texas Tech football schedule opens with a ranked home test and builds toward a demanding November. The final month will decide everything.
FAQ
When does Texas Tech open the 2026 season?
Texas Tech opens the 2026 season at home against Abilene Christian on Saturday, September 5 at 7:00 p.m. ET on FS1.
How many home games do the Texas Tech Red Raiders have in 2026?
The Red Raiders have seven home games at Galaxy Stadium on the 2026 Texas Tech football schedule: Abilene Christian, #23 Houston, Sam Houston, Arizona State, Arizona, West Virginia, and TCU.
Who do the Texas Tech Red Raiders play on November 26?
On November 26 the Red Raiders host TCU at Galaxy Stadium at 8:00 p.m. ET on ESPN.
What channel are Texas Tech games on in 2026?
Confirmed networks include FS1, CBS/Paramount+, FOX, ESPN, and ABC. Most Big 12 games remain TBA and will be assigned later in the year.
