FSU Announces 2026 Football Schedule
Florida State University announced Thursday that it will open its 2026 football season with a slate of high‑profile contests, adding four more game times to the schedule that were previously unconfirmed.
Historic Rivalries Shape the Slate
The Seminoles will host New Mexico State on August 29 at 7:00 p.m. on the CW, travel to Alabama on September 19 at 3:30 p.m. ET on ABC, and meet SMU on September 7 at 7:30 p.m. on ESPN. A Friday night showdown at Louisville is set for October 9 at 7:00 p.m. on ESPN, followed by a road test at Pitt on November 13 at 7:00 p.m. on ESPN, and the season will close with a home clash against in‑state rival Florida on November 27 at 3:30 p.m. on ABC.
These matchups continue a series of historic rivalries that have defined the program’s recent successes. FSU holds an 18‑6 all‑time record against Louisville, highlighted by a 16‑6 victory in the 2023 ACC Championship Game, and has won both of its meetings with Pitt since the Panthers entered the ACC in 2013. The Seminoles also look to build on a 31‑17 triumph over Alabama in 2025, seeking a second straight win against the Crimson Tide.
While the full 2026 schedule remains a work in progress, the announced times provide a clear picture of the team’s early‑season roadmap and the marquee venues that will test the squad. Fans can expect a mix of home‑field advantages and challenging away environments as the Seminoles aim to sustain their momentum heading into conference play.