Five wins in the first six games. A Homecoming victory already secured. And a narrow home loss to Indiana on the ledger. The 2026 Nebraska Football Schedule has delivered a strong early run and now turns toward a demanding stretch that includes a road trip to Oregon, a home date with Ohio State, and the annual rivalry game at Iowa. Nebraska Cornhuskers football sits at 5-1 and faces a defining second half of the Big Ten season. Here is the complete 2026 Nebraska Football Schedule with dates, locations, times and television information.
2026 Nebraska Football Schedule
| Date | Logo | Opponent | Time | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday | vs Ohio BobcatsMemorial Stadium, Lincoln, NE | 12:00 PM ETFS1 | Win 49-21 | |
| Saturday | vs Bowling Green FalconsMemorial Stadium, Lincoln, NE | 7:00 PM ETFS1 | Win 56-7 | |
| Saturday | vs North Dakota Fighting HawksMemorial Stadium, Lincoln, NE | 7:15 PM ETBTN | Win 34-7 | |
| Saturday | at Michigan State SpartansSpartan Stadium, East Lansing, MI | 5:00 PM ETBTN | Win 31-13 | |
| Saturday | vs Maryland TerrapinsMemorial Stadium, Lincoln, NE | 4:00 PM ETFS1 | Win 48-23 | |
| Saturday | vs Indiana HoosiersMemorial Stadium, Lincoln, NE | 12:00 PM ETFOX | Loss 20-17 | |
| Saturday | at Oregon DucksAutzen Stadium, Eugene, OR | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | OFF | |||
| Saturday | vs Washington HuskiesMemorial Stadium, Lincoln, NE | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Friday | at Illinois Fighting IlliniGies Memorial Stadium, Champaign, IL | 8:00 PM ETFOX | ||
| Saturday | at Rutgers Scarlet KnightsSHI Stadium, Piscataway, NJ | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | vs Ohio State BuckeyesMemorial Stadium, Lincoln, NE | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Friday | at Iowa HawkeyesKinnick Stadium, Iowa City, IA | 12:00 PM ETCBS/Paramount+ | ||
| Saturday | vs Big Ten ChampionshipLucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, IN | 8:00 PM ETFOX |
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Strong Early Run and Homecoming Win
Nebraska Cornhuskers Football Schedule 2026 opened with five straight victories before the first loss.
- Ohio at home (Sept 5)
- Bowling Green at home (Sept 12)
- North Dakota at home (Sept 19)
- Michigan State on the road (Sept 26)
- Maryland at home for Homecoming (Oct 3)
Narrow Home Loss
A close defeat halted the early winning streak.
- Indiana at home (Oct 10)
Road to Oregon and a Bye Week
A difficult West Coast trip precedes the second bye of the season.
- Oregon on the road (Oct 17)
- Bye week (Oct 24)
Washington at Home and Back-to-Back Road Games
Late October and early November mix a home opportunity with consecutive road tests.
- Washington at home (Oct 31)
- Illinois on the road (Nov 6)
- Rutgers on the road (Nov 14)
Ohio State at Home and Rivalry Finale
The regular season closes with a massive home date and a traditional rivalry road game.
- Ohio State at home (Nov 21)
- Iowa on the road (Nov 27)
Nebraska Football Home Games 2026
Nebraska has seven home games at Memorial Stadium in 2026:
- Ohio
- Bowling Green
- North Dakota
- Maryland (Homecoming)
- Indiana
- Washington
- Ohio State
The dates against Maryland, Washington and Ohio State stand out as the highest-profile opportunities at home.
The 2026 Nebraska Football Schedule features a strong early start, a key Homecoming win, and a challenging late stretch. How the Cornhuskers handle the road trip to Oregon, the home date with Ohio State, and the final rivalry game at Iowa will shape the entire season.
FAQ
When does Nebraska play its first game on the 2026 schedule?
Nebraska Football Schedule 2026 opened at home against Ohio on Saturday, September 5, at Memorial Stadium.
When is Nebraska vs Ohio State 2026?
Nebraska vs Ohio State 2026 is set for Saturday, November 21, at home at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln.
How many home games does Nebraska play in 2026?
Nebraska has seven Nebraska football home games in 2026 at Memorial Stadium: Ohio, Bowling Green, North Dakota, Maryland, Indiana, Washington and Ohio State.
What is Nebraska’s toughest stretch on the 2026 schedule?
The upcoming run of Oregon (road), Washington, Illinois, Rutgers, Ohio State and Iowa ranks as the toughest remaining stretch on the Nebraska Big Ten schedule 2026.
