The 2026 Washington football schedule opens at home against Washington State in the Apple Cup on September 6 at 4:00 p.m. ET. The Washington Huskies face 12 regular-season games plus a potential Big Ten Championship appearance, with a mid-October bye and high-profile home dates against ranked Iowa, Penn State and Indiana.
Husky Stadium hosts eight home dates on the 2026 Washington Huskies Football schedule. The toughest stretch lands in late November with a home date against ranked Indiana followed by a road trip to ranked Oregon.
2026 Washington Football Schedule
| Date | Logo | Opponent | Time | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apple Cup | ||||
| Sunday | Washington State CougarsHusky Stadium, Seattle, WA | 4:00pm ETNBC/Peacock | ||
| Saturday | Utah State AggiesHusky Stadium, Seattle, WA | 3:30pm ETBTN | ||
| Saturday | Eastern Washington EaglesHusky Stadium, Seattle, WA | 7:15pm ETBTN | ||
| Saturday | Minnesota Golden GophersHusky Stadium, Seattle, WA | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | at 14 USC TrojansLA Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, CA | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Friday | 22 Iowa HawkeyesHusky Stadium, Seattle, WA | 9:00pm ETFOX or FS1 | ||
| Friday | at Purdue BoilermakersRoss-Ade Stadium, West Lafayette, IN | 8:00pm ETFOX | ||
| Saturday | OFF | |||
| Saturday | at Nebraska CornhuskersMemorial Stadium, Lincoln, NE | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | 18 Penn State Nittany LionsHusky Stadium, Seattle, WA | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | at Michigan State SpartansSpartan Stadium, East Lansing, MI | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | 6 Indiana HoosiersHusky Stadium, Seattle, WA | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | at 2 Oregon DucksAutzen Stadium, Eugene, OR | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | vs Big Ten ChampionshipLucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, IN | 8:00pm ETFOX | ||
How the 2026 Washington Football Schedule Sets Up
September opens with four home games on the 2026 Washington football schedule. The Apple Cup against Washington State, Utah State, Eastern Washington and Minnesota all come to Husky Stadium. That early stretch gives the Huskies a strong home start before Big Ten play intensifies.
October brings a road trip to #14 USC, #22 Iowa at home, a Friday night road game at Purdue on FOX, the bye week, and a road trip to Nebraska. The ranked home date against Iowa is a key mid-season measuring stick.
November features #18 Penn State at home, a road trip to Michigan State, #6 Indiana at home, and a closer at #2 Oregon. That final stretch will decide seeding for a possible Big Ten Championship appearance.
Home Games at Husky Stadium
Eight home dates appear on the 2026 Washington football schedule:
- September 6 vs. Washington State (Apple Cup)
- September 12 vs. Utah State
- September 19 vs. Eastern Washington
- September 26 vs. Minnesota
- October 9 vs. #22 Iowa
- November 7 vs. #18 Penn State
- November 21 vs. #6 Indiana
The Iowa, Penn State and Indiana games will generate the strongest crowds in Seattle.
The Games That Decide the Season
Three contests stand out on the 2026 Washington Huskies Football schedule.
The September 6 Apple Cup against Washington State is the early rivalry measuring stick. The October 3 road trip to #14 USC is a key ranked test. The November 28 road game at #2 Oregon will likely decide late-season momentum.
Win two of those three and the Huskies stay in control of their path toward a possible December 5 Big Ten Championship appearance in Indianapolis.
Where to Watch Washington Huskies Football
Confirmed networks on the 2026 Washington football schedule:
- NBC/Peacock (Sept. 6 vs. Washington State)
- BTN (Sept. 12 vs. Utah State and Sept. 19 vs. Eastern Washington)
- FOX or FS1 (Oct. 9 vs. Iowa)
- FOX (Oct. 16 at Purdue and Dec. 5 Big Ten Championship)
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
- Sept. 6 — Season opener vs. Washington State (Apple Cup), 4:00 p.m. ET, NBC/Peacock
- Oct. 3 — At #14 USC
- Oct. 9 — #22 Iowa at home, 9:00 p.m. ET, FOX or FS1
- Oct. 24 — Bye week
- Nov. 21 — #6 Indiana at home
- Nov. 28 — At #2 Oregon
- Dec. 5 — Potential Big Ten Championship in Indianapolis, 8:00 p.m. ET, FOX
The 2026 Washington football schedule opens with the Apple Cup and builds toward ranked tests. November will decide everything.
FAQ
When does Washington open the 2026 season?
Washington opens the 2026 season at home against Washington State in the Apple Cup on Sunday, September 6 at 4:00 p.m. ET on NBC/Peacock.
How many home games do the Washington Huskies have in 2026?
The Huskies have seven home games at Husky Stadium on the 2026 Washington football schedule: Washington State, Utah State, Eastern Washington, Minnesota, #22 Iowa, #18 Penn State, and #6 Indiana.
Who do the Washington Huskies play in the Apple Cup?
On September 6 the Huskies host Washington State in the Apple Cup at Husky Stadium at 4:00 p.m. ET on NBC/Peacock.
What channel are Washington games on in 2026?
Confirmed networks include NBC/Peacock, BTN, FOX or FS1, and FOX. Most Big Ten games remain TBA and will be assigned later in the year.
