The 2026 USC football schedule opens at home against San Jose State on August 29 at 3:00 p.m. ET. The USC Trojans face 12 regular-season games plus a potential Big Ten Championship appearance, with two bye weeks and high-profile home dates against ranked Oregon, Washington and Ohio State.
LA Memorial Coliseum hosts eight home dates on the 2026 USC Trojans Football schedule. The toughest stretch lands in late September and late October with consecutive home games against ranked Oregon and Washington followed later by a home date against ranked Ohio State.
2026 USC Football Schedule
| Date | Logo | Opponent | Time | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday | San Jose State SpartansLA Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, CA | 3:00pm ETNBC/Peacock | ||
| Friday | Fresno State BulldogsLA Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, CA | 9:00pm ETFOX | ||
| Saturday | Louisiana Ragin’ CajunsLA Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, CA | 11:00pm ETBTN | ||
| Saturday | at Rutgers Scarlet KnightsSHI Stadium, Piscataway, NJ | 3:30pm ETCBS/Paramount+ | ||
| Saturday | 2 Oregon DucksLA Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, CA | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | 17 Washington HuskiesLA Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, CA | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | at 18 Penn State Nittany LionsBeaver Stadium, University Park, PA | 7:30pm ETNBC/Peacock | ||
| Saturday | OFF | |||
| Saturday | at Wisconsin BadgersCamp Randall Stadium, Madison, WI | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | 1 Ohio State BuckeyesLA Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, CA | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | OFF | |||
| Saturday | at 6 Indiana HoosiersMemorial Stadium, Bloomington, IN | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | Maryland TerrapinsLA Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, CA | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | at UCLA BruinsRose Bowl Stadium, Pasadena, CA | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | vs Big Ten ChampionshipLucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, IN | 8:00pm ETFOX |
How the 2026 USC Football Schedule Sets Up
August and September open with three home games and an early road test on the 2026 USC football schedule. San Jose State, Fresno State and Louisiana at the Coliseum, a road trip to Rutgers, and home dates against #2 Oregon and #17 Washington. That early stretch mixes manageable home contests with two ranked measuring sticks.
October brings a road trip to #18 Penn State, the first bye week, a road game at Wisconsin, and #1 Ohio State at home. The ranked home date against Ohio State is the clearest mid-season test.
November features the second bye week, a road trip to #6 Indiana, Maryland at home, and a road game at UCLA. That final stretch will decide seeding for a possible Big Ten Championship appearance.
Home Games at LA Memorial Coliseum
Eight home dates appear on the 2026 USC Trojans Football schedule:
- August 29 vs. San Jose State
- September 4 vs. Fresno State
- September 12 vs. Louisiana
- September 26 vs. #2 Oregon
- October 3 vs. #17 Washington
- October 31 vs. #1 Ohio State
- November 21 vs. Maryland
The Oregon, Washington and Ohio State games will generate the strongest crowds in Los Angeles.
The Games That Decide the Season
Three contests stand out on the 2026 USC football schedule.
The September 26 home game against #2 Oregon is an early Big Ten measuring stick. The October 31 home date against #1 Ohio State is a key ranked test. The November 28 road game at UCLA always carries extra weight in the rivalry.
Win two of those three and the Trojans stay in control of their path toward a possible December 5 Big Ten Championship appearance in Indianapolis.
Where to Watch USC Trojans Football
Confirmed networks on the 2026 USC football schedule:
- NBC/Peacock (Aug. 29 vs. San Jose State and Oct. 10 at Penn State)
- FOX (Sept. 4 vs. Fresno State and Dec. 5 Big Ten Championship)
- BTN (Sept. 12 vs. Louisiana)
- CBS/Paramount+ (Sept. 19 at Rutgers)
Most remaining Big Ten games still list TV as TBA. Expect additional network assignments once the final slate is set.
Key Dates at a Glance
- Aug. 29 — Season opener vs. San Jose State, 3:00 p.m. ET, NBC/Peacock
- Sept. 26 — #2 Oregon at home
- Oct. 17 — Bye week
- Oct. 31 — #1 Ohio State at home
- Nov. 7 — Bye week
- Nov. 28 — At UCLA
- Dec. 5 — Potential Big Ten Championship in Indianapolis, 8:00 p.m. ET, FOX
The 2026 USC football schedule opens with three home games and builds toward ranked tests and the rivalry with UCLA. November will decide everything.
FAQ
When does USC open the 2026 season?
USC opens the 2026 season at home against San Jose State on Saturday, August 29 at 3:00 p.m. ET on NBC/Peacock.
How many home games do the USC Trojans have in 2026?
The Trojans have seven home games at LA Memorial Coliseum on the 2026 USC football schedule: San Jose State, Fresno State, Louisiana, #2 Oregon, #17 Washington, #1 Ohio State, and Maryland.
Who do the USC Trojans play on October 31?
On October 31 the Trojans host #1 Ohio State at LA Memorial Coliseum. Time and TV are still TBA.
What channel are USC games on in 2026?
Confirmed networks include NBC/Peacock, FOX, BTN, and CBS/Paramount+. Most Big Ten games remain TBA and will be assigned later in the year.
