Early‑Season Kickoff Details
The Big Ten unveiled its 2026 football schedule on Thursday, pinpointing kickoff times and television partners for the initial slate of games that will open the season.
Fans can now locate their team's first‑week start times and broadcast channels, while the remainder of the schedule, including contests slated for the latter half of the year, will be announced in stages.
Kickoff windows that have not yet been assigned will be finalized through the conference's 12‑day and 6‑day in‑season selection process, ensuring flexibility for regional considerations and broadcast commitments.
Homecoming start times will be locked in no later than 12 days before each game, giving schools and broadcasters ample time to coordinate logistics and promotions.
The championship weekend will culminate with the Discover Big Ten Football Championship Game on December 5 at 8 p.m. ET, broadcast on FOX from Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana, wrapping up a season that runs from August 29 through early December.