The Big Ten has released its schedule for the 2026 football media days, a three‑day affair that will run from July 28 through July 30 and be carried live on the Big Ten Network. The broadcast will give fans across the conference a first look at the upcoming season, with each school’s head coach and key administrators appearing in a set order.
A packed lineup across three days
July 28 will showcase a slate that includes Illinois, Iowa, Penn State, Rutgers, USC and Wisconsin. The following day, July 29, will feature Michigan State’s Pat Fitzgerald, Ohio State’s Ryan Day and Minnesota’s P.J. Fleck, among others, in that specific sequence. On July 30, the remaining schools — Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Nebraska, Northwestern and Washington — will take the stage.
Ryan Day’s appearance on July 29 is positioned third in the order, following Fitzgerald and Fleck. This placement underscores the conference’s effort to balance the spotlight among its traditional powerhouses while still highlighting the Buckeyes’ recent on‑field successes.
The media days are more than a procedural exercise; they serve as a platform for coaches to discuss strategy, recruitment and the competitive landscape that will shape the 2026 season. Fans and analysts alike will be listening closely for hints about non‑conference matchups and early‑season expectations.
All of the sessions will be streamed live on the Big Ten Network, ensuring that viewers across the United States can tune in from any device. The network’s extensive coverage reflects the conference’s commitment to making the preseason narrative accessible to a broad audience.