The Boston College football schedule 2026 opens on the road at Cincinnati on September 5. Twelve regular-season games plus a potential ACC Championship appearance follow, with a mid-October bye and several ranked opponents on the back end.
Alumni Stadium hosts six home dates. The toughest stretch lands in November against Florida State, Notre Dame, Syracuse, and Miami.
2026 Boston College Football Schedule
| Date | Logo | Opponent | Time | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday | at Cincinnati BearcatsNippert Stadium, Cincinnati, OH | 3:30pm ETFOX | ||
| Friday | Rutgers Scarlet KnightsAlumni Stadium, Chestnut Hill, MA | 7:30pm ETESPN2 | ||
| Saturday | Maine Black BearsAlumni Stadium, Chestnut Hill, MA | 2:00pm ETACCNX | ||
| Saturday | Virginia Tech HokiesAlumni Stadium, Chestnut Hill, MA | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | at 19 SMU MustangsGerald J. Ford Stadium, Dallas, TX | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | OFF | |||
| Saturday | Pitt PanthersAlumni Stadium, Chestnut Hill, MA | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | at Georgia Tech Yellow JacketsBobby Dodd Stadium, Atlanta, GA | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | at Duke Blue DevilsWallace Wade Stadium, Durham, NC | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | Florida State SeminolesAlumni Stadium, Chestnut Hill, MA | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Frank Leahy Memorial Bowl | ||||
| Saturday | at 4 Notre Dame Fighting IrishNotre Dame Stadium, Notre Dame, IN | 3:30pm ETNBC/Peacock | ||
| Saturday | Syracuse OrangeAlumni Stadium, Chestnut Hill, MA | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | at 7 Miami (FL) HurricanesHard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens, FL | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | vs ACC ChampionshipBank of America Stadium, Charlotte, NC | 12:00pm ETABC | ||
How the 2026 Boston College Football Schedule Sets Up
September looks manageable on paper. A road opener at Cincinnati, then three straight home games against Rutgers, Maine, and Virginia Tech. That early stretch at Alumni Stadium gives the Eagles a chance to settle in before the ACC slate tightens.
October brings the first real test: a trip to #19 SMU, the bye week, homecoming against Pitt, then consecutive road games at Georgia Tech and Duke. Three games in three weeks with two on the road is a grind.
November decides everything. Florida State at home, then a 3:30 p.m. date at #4 Notre Dame on NBC/Peacock, Syracuse at home, and a closer at #7 Miami. That four-game stretch features two ranked road opponents and the traditional rivalry flavor with Notre Dame.
Home Games at Alumni Stadium
Six home dates appear on the Boston College Eagles Football schedule 2026:
- September 11 vs. Rutgers
- September 19 vs. Maine
- September 26 vs. Virginia Tech
- October 17 vs. Pitt (Homecoming)
- November 7 vs. Florida State
- November 21 vs. Syracuse
The Florida State and Syracuse games sit in the heart of the ACC race. Those two will draw the biggest crowds if BC is still in the mix.
The Games That Decide the Season
Three dates stand out.
The October 3 trip to SMU is the first ranked test. Then the November 14 game at Notre Dame — 3:30 p.m. on NBC/Peacock — remains the marquee non-conference (or quasi-conference) measuring stick. Finally, the November 28 road game at Miami closes the regular season against another ranked ACC opponent.
Win two of those three and the Eagles control their own destiny for a potential ACC Championship appearance on December 5 in Charlotte.
Where to Watch: TV and Streaming
Confirmed networks so far:
- FOX (Sept. 5 at Cincinnati)
- ESPN2 (Sept. 11 vs. Rutgers)
- ACCNX (Sept. 19 vs. Maine)
- NBC/Peacock (Nov. 14 at Notre Dame)
- ABC (Dec. 5 ACC Championship)
Most ACC games remain TBA. Expect the usual mix of ESPN, ACC Network, and regional coverage once the conference finalizes the slate.
Key Dates at a Glance
- Sept. 5 — Season opener at Cincinnati, 3:30 p.m., FOX
- Oct. 10 — Bye week
- Oct. 17 — Homecoming vs. Pitt
- Nov. 14 — At #4 Notre Dame, 3:30 p.m., NBC/Peacock
- Nov. 28 — At #7 Miami
- Dec. 5 — Potential ACC Championship in Charlotte, noon, ABC
The schedule is front-loaded with home games and back-loaded with ranked road tests. November will tell the story.
FAQ
When does Boston College open the 2026 season? Boston College opens the 2026 season on the road at Cincinnati on Saturday, September 5 at 3:30 p.m. ET on FOX.
How many home games do the Boston College Eagles have in 2026? The Eagles have six home games at Alumni Stadium in Chestnut Hill: Rutgers, Maine, Virginia Tech, Pitt (Homecoming), Florida State, and Syracuse.
Who do the Boston College Eagles play on November 14? On November 14 the Eagles travel to Notre Dame Stadium to face the #4 Fighting Irish at 3:30 p.m. ET on NBC/Peacock.
What channel are Boston College games on in 2026? Confirmed networks include FOX, ESPN2, ACCNX, NBC/Peacock, and ABC. Most ACC games still list TV as TBA and will be assigned later in the year.
