The University of Wisconsin has unveiled its complete football schedule for the upcoming season, a slate that blends tradition with new television partners. From early September through late November, each game is positioned to maximize exposure for the program and its broadcast allies.
Primetime showdown with Minnesota
A marquee Friday night contest against Minnesota is set for November 27 at 6:30 p.m. Central Time, airing on NBC. The game will be held at Camp Randall Stadium, marking the first time the rivalry has been staged there since 2024, and it represents Wisconsin's best chance to break a multi‑year drought without a victory over the Gophers since 2023.
Earlier in the season, Wisconsin will test itself against non‑conference opponents on national platforms. A September 6 showdown with Notre Dame will be broadcast on NBC, while a September 12 game versus Western Illinois follows on the Big Ten Network at 6:15 p.m. Central. The following week, a September 19 contest with Eastern Michigan will stream live on Peacock at 11:30 a.m. Central.
Homecoming and future road tests
The tradition of homecoming will return in 2026 with a game against Michigan State scheduled to start no later than 4 p.m. Central on Saturday, October 3. That same year, road trips to Penn State and Iowa are slated to begin before 4 p.m. Central, ensuring early‑afternoon kickoffs for fans traveling to those venues.
Historically, the Badgers have held the upper hand in the series, having posted a 28‑14 win over Minnesota in 2023. Head coach Luke Fickell and star running back Braelon Allen are both focused on translating that momentum into a decisive victory this November, a win that would cement a new chapter in the rivalry.