Arizona Wildcats football has announced its complete television schedule for the 2026 season, confirming that all five of its early‑season contests will be televised nationally or via streaming services. The lineup showcases a blend of traditional broadcast partners and digital platforms, reflecting the evolving landscape of college‑football coverage.
Broadcast Details
The first test comes on September 5, when Arizona hosts Northern Arizona at 6:30 p.m. MST on ESPN+. A week later, the Wildcats travel to face BYU on September 12 at 12:30 p.m. MST, with the game airing on FOX. The following Saturday, September 19, the team will host Northern Illinois at 7:30 p.m. MST, broadcast on both TNT and HBO Max. On September 26, Arizona meets Washington State at 4:30 p.m. MST on CBS, and the season’s final scheduled showdown arrives on November 6 when the Wildcats take on TCU at 8:15 p.m. MST on ESPN.
These assignments span a mix of cable networks, broadcast television and streaming services, underscoring the growing role of platforms like ESPN+ in delivering live college football to fans. Each broadcast window is timed to accommodate Mountain Standard Time, the region’s primary time zone.
Looking Ahead
While the kickoff times and television partners for the remaining games will be announced as the season progresses, the early slate already sets a competitive tone for Arizona’s 2026 campaign. The schedule promises several high‑profile matchups that could influence the team’s trajectory within the conference and beyond.