A narrow home win over Western Michigan. A solid victory against Oklahoma. And a pair of close losses already on the ledger. The 2026 Michigan Football Schedule has delivered early drama and now turns toward Homecoming against Penn State, a rivalry date with Michigan State, a road trip to Oregon, and the annual clash at Ohio State. Michigan Wolverines football sits at 3-2 and faces a defining stretch of Big Ten play. Here is the complete 2026 Michigan Football Schedule with dates, locations, times and television information.
2026 Michigan Football Schedule
| Date | Logo | Opponent | Time | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday | vs Western Michigan BroncosMichigan Stadium, Ann Arbor, MI | 7:30 PM ETNBC/Peacock | Win 13-12 | |
| Saturday | vs Oklahoma SoonersMichigan Stadium, Ann Arbor, MI | 12:00 PM ETFOX | Win 17-10 | |
| Saturday | vs UTEP MinersMichigan Stadium, Ann Arbor, MI | 3:30 PM ETBTN | Win 52-17 | |
| Saturday | vs Iowa HawkeyesMichigan Stadium, Ann Arbor, MI | 3:30 PM ETCBS/Paramount+ | Loss 20-19 | |
| Saturday | at Minnesota Golden GophersHuntington Bank Stadium, Minneapolis, MN | 12:00 PM ETFOX | Loss 20-14 | |
| Saturday | OFF | |||
| Saturday | vs Penn State Nittany LionsMichigan Stadium, Ann Arbor, MI | Time TBA ETTV TBA | Homecoming | |
| Saturday | vs Indiana HoosiersMichigan Stadium, Ann Arbor, MI | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | at Rutgers Scarlet KnightsSHI Stadium, Piscataway, NJ | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | vs Michigan State SpartansMichigan Stadium, Ann Arbor, MI | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | at Oregon DucksAutzen Stadium, Eugene, OR | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | vs UCLA BruinsMichigan Stadium, Ann Arbor, MI | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | at Ohio State BuckeyesOhio Stadium, Columbus, OH | 12:00 PM ETFOX | ||
| Saturday | vs Big Ten ChampionshipLucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, IN | 8:00 PM ETFOX |
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Early Home Wins and First Setbacks
Michigan Wolverines Football Schedule 2026 opened with three home victories before consecutive losses.
- Western Michigan at home (Sept 5)
- Oklahoma at home (Sept 12)
- UTEP at home (Sept 19)
- Iowa at home (Sept 26)
- Minnesota on the road (Oct 3)
Bye Week and Homecoming
A week off sets up a major Homecoming opportunity.
- Bye week (Oct 10)
- Penn State at home for Homecoming (Oct 17)
Indiana at Home and a Road Trip
Late October brings another home game and a short road test.
- Indiana at home (Oct 24)
- Rutgers on the road (Oct 31)
Rivalry Week and a West Coast Challenge
November opens with the in-state rivalry and a long road trip.
- Michigan State at home (Nov 7)
- Oregon on the road (Nov 14)
Final Home Date and the Ohio State Finale
The regular season closes with one more home game and the traditional rivalry road trip.
- UCLA at home (Nov 21)
- Ohio State on the road (Nov 28)
Michigan Football Home Games 2026
Michigan has eight home games at Michigan Stadium in 2026:
- Western Michigan
- Oklahoma
- UTEP
- Iowa
- Penn State (Homecoming)
- Indiana
- Michigan State
- UCLA
The dates against Oklahoma, Penn State, Michigan State and UCLA stand out as the highest-profile opportunities at home.
The 2026 Michigan Football Schedule features an early non-conference win over Oklahoma, a tough mid-season stretch, and a classic rivalry closer. How the Wolverines handle Homecoming against Penn State, the home date with Michigan State, the road trip to Oregon, and the final game at Ohio State will shape the entire season.
FAQ
When does Michigan play its first game on the 2026 schedule?
Michigan Football Schedule 2026 opened at home against Western Michigan on Saturday, September 5, at Michigan Stadium.
When is Michigan vs Ohio State 2026?
Michigan vs Ohio State 2026 is set for Saturday, November 28, on the road at Ohio Stadium in Columbus.
How many home games does Michigan play in 2026?
Michigan has eight Michigan football home games in 2026 at Michigan Stadium: Western Michigan, Oklahoma, UTEP, Iowa, Penn State, Indiana, Michigan State and UCLA.
What is Michigan’s toughest stretch on the 2026 schedule?
The upcoming run of Penn State (Homecoming), Indiana, Michigan State, Oregon and Ohio State ranks as the toughest remaining stretch on the Michigan Big Ten schedule 2026.
