Three straight home wins to open the year, including a 33-0 Battle of the Brothers victory. A road win at Iowa State. And an undefeated record sitting at 5-0 heading into October. The 2026 Utah Football Schedule has already built serious early momentum before a tough stretch of road games and a high-stakes home meeting with BYU. Utah Utes football starts strong in Salt Lake City, faces a demanding mid-to-late season slate, and finishes the regular season at home against West Virginia. Here is the complete 2026 Utah Football Schedule with dates, locations, times and television information.
2026 Utah Football Schedule
| Date | Logo | Opponent | Time | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday | vs Idaho VandalsRice-Eccles Stadium, Salt Lake City, UT | 9:00 PM ETESPNU | Win 66-14 | |
| Saturday | vs Arkansas RazorbacksRice-Eccles Stadium, Salt Lake City, UT | 10:15 PM ETESPN | Win 43-10 | |
| Saturday | vs Utah State AggiesRice-Eccles Stadium, Salt Lake City, UT | 3:30 PM ETFOX | Win 33-0 | |
| Saturday | at Iowa State CyclonesJack Trice Stadium, Ames, IA | 3:30 PM ETFOX | Win 31-17 | |
| Saturday | OFF | |||
| Saturday | vs Kansas JayhawksRice-Eccles Stadium, Salt Lake City, UT | 8:00 PM ETESPNews | Win 41-24 | |
| Saturday | at Colorado BuffaloesFolsom Field, Boulder, CO | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | vs Houston CougarsRice-Eccles Stadium, Salt Lake City, UT | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | at Cincinnati BearcatsNippert Stadium, Cincinnati, OH | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | vs BYU CougarsRice-Eccles Stadium, Salt Lake City, UT | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | at Arizona WildcatsCasino Del Sol Stadium, Tucson, AZ | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | at TCU Horned FrogsAmon G. Carter Stadium, Fort Worth, TX | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Friday | vs West Virginia MountaineersRice-Eccles Stadium, Salt Lake City, UT | 9:00 PM ETFOX | ||
| Friday | vs Big 12 ChampionshipAT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX | 8:00 PM ETABC |
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Undefeated Start and Battle of the Brothers
Utah Utes Football Schedule 2026 opened with four straight wins, including a rivalry shutout.
- Idaho at home (Sept 3)
- Arkansas at home (Sept 12)
- Utah State at home (Sept 19) — Battle of the Brothers
- Iowa State on the road (Sept 26)
Bye Week and Another Home Win
A bye week preceded another strong home performance.
- Bye week (Oct 3)
- Kansas at home (Oct 10)
Road to Colorado and Mid-Season Home Date
October continues with a key road test before returning home.
- Colorado on the road (Oct 17)
- Houston at home (Oct 24)
Cincinnati Road Trip and BYU at Home
Late October and early November bring a difficult road game and a high-profile home matchup.
- Cincinnati on the road (Oct 31)
- BYU at home (Nov 7)
Closing Road Stretch and Final Home Date
November finishes with two consecutive road games before a late home closer.
- Arizona on the road (Nov 14)
- TCU on the road (Nov 21)
- West Virginia at home (Nov 27)
Utah Football Home Games 2026
Utah has seven home games at Rice-Eccles Stadium in 2026:
- Idaho
- Arkansas
- Utah State
- Kansas
- Houston
- BYU
- West Virginia
The dates against Arkansas, BYU and West Virginia stand out as the highest-profile opportunities at home.
The 2026 Utah Football Schedule features a perfect early start, a key rivalry win, and a challenging late stretch of road games. How the Utes handle the road trips to Colorado, Cincinnati, Arizona and TCU, plus the home date with BYU, will shape the entire season.
FAQ
When does Utah play its first game on the 2026 schedule?
Utah Football Schedule 2026 opened at home against Idaho on Thursday, September 3, at Rice-Eccles Stadium.
When is Utah vs BYU 2026?
Utah vs BYU 2026 is set for Saturday, November 7, at home at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City.
How many home games does Utah play in 2026?
Utah has seven Utah football home games in 2026 at Rice-Eccles Stadium: Idaho, Arkansas, Utah State, Kansas, Houston, BYU and West Virginia.
What is Utah’s toughest stretch on the 2026 schedule?
The three-game road sequence against Colorado, Cincinnati and Arizona (with TCU following) ranks as the toughest stretch on the Utah Big 12 schedule 2026, alongside the home date with BYU.
