2026 Home Schedule Reveal
The University of Utah’s football program has unveiled the kickoff times and television partners for several of its home contests slated for the opening stretch of the 2026 season.
Fans can look forward to matchups against Idaho, Arkansas and Utah State in the early weeks, each of which will be broadcast on the networks designated by the Big 12 Conference and its media collaborators.
Details for the remaining eight regular‑season games will be released in the weeks leading up to each contest, with announcements arriving either twelve or six days in advance of the respective kickoff.
The climax of the home slate arrives on Black Friday, November 27, 2026, when the Utes host West Virginia in a highly anticipated finale that traditionally falls on the day after Thanksgiving.
Conference officials emphasized that the scheduling decisions reflect a strategic balance of competitive pairings and audience reach, underscoring the league’s commitment to showcasing its teams on prominent platforms.
Overall, the announced framework sets the stage for an engaging start to Utah’s 2026 campaign, blending early‑season challenges with a marquee showdown that promises national visibility.
Broadcast Partnerships
The Big 12 Conference, in coordination with its television partners, made the official announcement, highlighting the network assignments for the early‑season home games.