Season Opener Set for September 5
The Bearcats will open the campaign on the road against Boston College on September 5, with kickoff slated for 3:30 p.m. Eastern Time. The game will be carried live on FOX, giving fans a chance to catch the action in prime afternoon viewership.
Two weeks later, Cincinnati travels to face Western Carolina on September 12. The matchup is scheduled for a 7 p.m. start and will stream on ESPN+, marking the platform’s first high‑profile night game of the season.
The third early‑season test comes on September 19 when the Bearcats host Miami (Ohio). That contest will also air on ESPN+, continuing the network’s weekend slate of college football broadcasts.
Beyond the schedule, the university notes a storied 61‑60‑7 all‑time record, underscoring the program’s competitive history as it looks to build momentum early in the year.