College football’s 27 best games of the 2026 season
Every Saturday feels big during the college football season. Sometimes, it can feel overwhelming. So we are here to help. To get you ready for the 2026 college football season, here are 27 regular-season games that will define the year. Also check out our preseason top-25 teams, our long list of Heisman candidates, and our […]
Ohio State and Texas will face off on September 12, 2026, in Austin. Last year's game ended with an Ohio State victory, 14-7. Freshman quarterback Julian Sayin will make his first collegiate start alongside Texas starter Arch Manning. The winner will receive a significant boost at the start of the year, and a player from the winning team could bolster their Heisman Trophy campaign.
North Dakota State, a member of the Mountain West Conference after transitioning from the Football Championship Subdivision, will take on Air Force in a September 12, 2026, game. The Bison, with a promising start to their MWC season, will face off against the Falcons in a crucial road game. If successful, this could be a pivotal moment for North Dakota State's journey to becoming contenders in the MWC.
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