Nebraska football has released the kickoff times for four marquee games that will punctuate its 2026 schedule, offering fans a blend of early‑season night contests and a high‑stakes Black Friday encounter.
Prime‑time openers and Black Friday clash
The season will open on September 5 when the Huskers host Ohio at 11 a.m. on FS1, followed by a Friday night test against Bowling Green on September 12 at 6 p.m., also on FS1. A week later, on September 19, Nebraska travels to face North Dakota at 6:15 p.m., with the broadcast moving to the Big Ten Network.
Homecoming and road finale
Later in the month, the Homecoming game against Maryland is slated for October 3, with a kickoff no later than 4 p.m., while a November 6 road test at Illinois will air at 7 p.m. Central Time on FOX, marking the final scheduled confrontation before the conference slate wraps up.
Ticket pricing and sales
Season tickets for the home portion of the schedule are priced at $420, and mini‑plan packages as well as single‑game tickets will become available to the public on June 30, giving supporters ample opportunity to secure seats.
Future schedule details
The university notes that kickoff times and television assignments for the remaining contests will be disclosed six to twelve days in advance, ensuring that the full slate of matchups will be finalized as the season approaches.