The Big 12 Conference announced the kickoff times and broadcast partners for the 2026 football season, outlining a slate that will feature four of its member schools on national television. The schedule blends early‑season home games with road trips, giving fans a clear picture of when and where they can watch the action.
Broadcast details for BYU’s early games
The season opens with BYU hosting Utah Tech on ESPN+ at 6 p.m. MDT on September 5. A week later, the Cougars will welcome Arizona to Provo on FOX at 1:30 p.m. MDT on September 12, followed by a trip to Colorado State where the game will air on CBS at 5:30 p.m. MDT.
The first evening matchup for BYU arrives on October 9 when Iowa State visits, with the contest moving to ESPN at 8:15 p.m. MDT. The remainder of the regular‑season television selections will be announced on a 12‑day or six‑day notice, allowing the conference to fine‑tune its broadcast strategy.
The 2026 Big 12 Football Championship will be held at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on December 4, capping the season on ABC. This championship game represents the culmination of a schedule that has been shaped by the conference’s expanding media partnerships.
This season marks the second year of the Big 12’s media package with ESPN, FOX, and TNT Sports, a collaboration that has already begun to influence how fans across the country experience college football. The partnership underscores the conference’s commitment to delivering high‑profile matchups to a broad audience.