Opening Week Highlights
Syracuse University’s football program has released the kickoff times and television partners for the first four contests of the 2026 season, marking the start of a highly anticipated schedule.
The opening battle will see the Orange travel to face New Hampshire on September 5, with a noon Eastern Time start that will be carried live on ESPN.
A week later, Syracuse will host California on September 12 at 3:30 p.m. Eastern, also on ESPN, offering fans a prime‑time showdown.
The third game slides into a night slot on September 17 at 7:30 p.m. Eastern when the Orange take on Pittsburgh, again on ESPN.
The fourth scheduled contest arrives on October 3 at noon Eastern, when Syracuse meets UConn, this time broadcast on CBS Sports Network.
Season Outlook
While the remaining contests of the 12‑game slate will have their start times confirmed later, the announced games underscore the team’s mix of home and away matchups and its placement on major national networks. All four of the early games are set to air on national television, reflecting the university’s growing visibility and the conference’s commitment to bringing Orange football to a broad audience.