The 2026 Auburn football schedule opens against Baylor in the Aflac Kickoff Game on September 5 at 3:30 p.m. ET. The Auburn Tigers face 12 regular-season games plus a potential SEC Championship appearance, with classic rivalries including Deep South’s Oldest Rivalry, the Tiger Bowl, and the Iron Bowl.
Jordan-Hare Stadium hosts six home dates on the 2026 Auburn football schedule. The toughest stretch lands in mid-to-late October with consecutive ranked road and home tests against Georgia, LSU and Ole Miss.
2026 Auburn Football Schedule
| Date | Logo | Opponent | Time | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aflac Kickoff Game | ||||
| Saturday | vs Baylor BearsMercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, GA | 3:30pm ETABC/Disney+ | ||
| Saturday | Southern Miss Golden EaglesJordan-Hare Stadium, Auburn, AL | 7:45pm ETSECN | ||
| Saturday | Florida GatorsJordan-Hare Stadium, Auburn, AL | 7:00pm ETESPN | ||
| Saturday | Vanderbilt CommodoresJordan-Hare Stadium, Auburn, AL | 3:30-4:30pm ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | at 20 Tennessee VolunteersNeyland Stadium, Knoxville, TN | 3:30-8:00pm ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | OFF | |||
| Deep South’s Oldest Rivalry | ||||
| Saturday | at 3 Georgia BulldogsSanford Stadium, Athens, GA | 3:30-4:30pm ETTV TBA | ||
| Tiger Bowl | ||||
| Saturday | 11 LSU TigersJordan-Hare Stadium, Auburn, AL | 12:00pm ETABC or ESPN | ||
| Saturday | at 9 Ole Miss RebelsVaught-Hemingway Stadium, Oxford, MS | 12:00-1:00pm ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | Arkansas RazorbacksJordan-Hare Stadium, Auburn, AL | 12:00-1:00pm ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | at Mississippi State BulldogsDavis Wade Stadium, Starkville, MS | 12:00-1:00pm ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | Samford BulldogsJordan-Hare Stadium, Auburn, AL | 3:30pm ETSECN+ | ||
| Iron Bowl | ||||
| Saturday | at 13 Alabama Crimson TideBryant-Denny Stadium, Tuscaloosa, AL | 3:30-8:00pm ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | vs SEC ChampionshipMercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, GA | 4:00pm ETABC | ||
How the 2026 Auburn Football Schedule Sets Up
September opens with a neutral-site kickoff and early home dates on the 2026 Auburn football schedule. The Aflac Kickoff Game against Baylor in Atlanta, Southern Miss and Florida at Jordan-Hare, and Vanderbilt at home. That early stretch mixes a national stage with manageable home contests.
October brings a road trip to #20 Tennessee, the bye week, Deep South’s Oldest Rivalry at #3 Georgia, the Tiger Bowl against #11 LSU at home, and a road game at #9 Ole Miss. The consecutive ranked games will define the middle of the season.
November features Arkansas at home, a road trip to Mississippi State, Samford at home, and the Iron Bowl at #13 Alabama. That final stretch will decide seeding for a possible SEC Championship appearance.
Home Games at Jordan-Hare Stadium
Six home dates appear on the 2026 Auburn football schedule:
- September 12 vs. Southern Miss
- September 19 vs. Florida
- September 26 vs. Vanderbilt
- October 24 vs. #11 LSU (Tiger Bowl)
- November 7 vs. Arkansas
- November 21 vs. Samford
The Florida, LSU and Arkansas games will generate the strongest crowds in Auburn.
The Games That Decide the Season
Three contests stand out on the 2026 Auburn football schedule.
The October 17 Deep South’s Oldest Rivalry at #3 Georgia is a key ranked test. The October 24 Tiger Bowl against #11 LSU is a major home measuring stick. The November 28 Iron Bowl at #13 Alabama always carries the most weight of the season.
Win two of those three and the Tigers stay in control of their path toward a possible December 5 SEC Championship appearance in Atlanta.
Where to Watch Auburn Tigers Football
Confirmed networks on the 2026 Auburn Tigers Football schedule:
- ABC/Disney+ (Sept. 5 vs. Baylor)
- SECN (Sept. 12 vs. Southern Miss)
- ESPN (Sept. 19 vs. Florida)
- ABC or ESPN (Oct. 24 vs. LSU)
- SECN+ (Nov. 21 vs. Samford)
- ABC (Dec. 5 SEC Championship)
Most remaining SEC 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. Baylor (Aflac Kickoff Game), 3:30 p.m. ET, ABC/Disney+
- Oct. 10 — Bye week
- Oct. 17 — Deep South’s Oldest Rivalry at #3 Georgia
- Oct. 24 — Tiger Bowl vs. #11 LSU
- Nov. 28 — Iron Bowl at #13 Alabama
- Dec. 5 — Potential SEC Championship in Atlanta, 4:00 p.m. ET, ABC
The 2026 Auburn football schedule opens with a neutral-site kickoff and builds toward classic rivalries and ranked tests. November will decide everything.
FAQ
When does Auburn open the 2026 season?
Auburn opens the 2026 season against Baylor in the Aflac Kickoff Game on Saturday, September 5 at 3:30 p.m. ET on ABC/Disney+ at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.
How many home games do the Auburn Tigers have in 2026?
The Tigers have six home games at Jordan-Hare Stadium on the 2026 Auburn football schedule: Southern Miss, Florida, Vanderbilt, #11 LSU, Arkansas, and Samford.
Who do the Auburn Tigers play in the Iron Bowl?
On November 28 the Tigers travel to Bryant-Denny Stadium to face #13 Alabama in the Iron Bowl. Time and TV are still TBA.
What channel are Auburn games on in 2026?
Confirmed networks include ABC/Disney+, SECN, ESPN, ABC or ESPN, SECN+, and ABC. Most SEC games remain TBA and will be assigned later in the year.
