Football

Liberty University Announces 2026 Football Broadcast Schedule

Twelve regular‑season games slated for ESPN and CBS Sports Network, with key matchups and ticket sales now open

The university has released its full 2026 football slate, detailing kickoff times, television partners and venue assignments for every regular‑season contest. The schedule includes twelve games that will showcase Liberty’s return to a robust national exposure model.

Broadcast partners and coverage

Eight of the contests will air on ESPN networks, with three slated for ESPN+ and two on ESPNU. Three additional November games will be part of ESPN’s broader platform lineup. Four games are set for CBS Sports Network, ensuring a strong presence across both the ESPN family and CBS’s cable outlet.

One of the marquee matchups, the game at Kennesaw State, has been moved to Thursday, October 22, to accommodate a CBS Sports Network broadcast, illustrating the flexibility built into the schedule.

The conference’s October slate embraces a weekday model, with eighteen matchups scheduled for national exposure. While most games fall on Saturdays, the weekday slots provide additional prime‑time opportunities for viewers.

Championship game details

The 2026 CUSA Football Championship Game will be televised on CBS Sports Network at 7 p.m. Eastern, 6 p.m. Central on Friday, December 4, capping the season with a high‑profile national broadcast.

Season tickets for the 2026 campaign are now on sale, starting at $90. Early purchasers can save up to 56 percent, making the full slate of games accessible to a wide fan base.

With a blend of weekend primetime slots and a handful of weekday showcases, the upcoming season promises ample chances for fans to experience Liberty football live, reinforcing the program’s growing national footprint.

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