A solid non-conference start. Three early wins including the Apple Cup. And a difficult stretch of three straight losses. The 2026 Washington Football Schedule has been mixed early and now turns toward a critical road game at Purdue followed by tests against Nebraska, Penn State for Homecoming, and the always-heated rivalry against Oregon. Washington Huskies football sits at 3-3 and faces a demanding second half of the Big Ten season. Here is the complete 2026 Washington Football Schedule with dates, locations, times and television information.
2026 Washington Football Schedule
| Date | Logo | Opponent | Time | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday | vs Washington State CougarsHusky Stadium, Seattle, WA | 4:00 PM ETNBC/Peacock | Win 24-10 | |
| Saturday | vs Utah State AggiesHusky Stadium, Seattle, WA | 3:30 PM ETBTN | Win 16-14 | |
| Saturday | vs Eastern Washington EaglesHusky Stadium, Seattle, WA | 7:15 PM ETBTN | Win 48-16 | |
| Saturday | vs Minnesota Golden GophersHusky Stadium, Seattle, WA | 11:00 PM ETFOX | Loss 27-24 | |
| Saturday | at USC TrojansLA Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, CA | 7:30 PM ETNBC/Peacock | Loss 25-21 | |
| Friday | vs Iowa HawkeyesHusky Stadium, Seattle, WA | 9:00 PM ETFOX | Loss 41-24 | |
| Friday | at Purdue BoilermakersRoss-Ade Stadium, West Lafayette, IN | 8:00 PM ETFOX | ||
| Saturday | OFF | |||
| Saturday | at Nebraska CornhuskersMemorial Stadium, Lincoln, NE | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | vs Penn State Nittany LionsHusky Stadium, Seattle, WA | Time TBA ETTV TBA | Homecoming | |
| Saturday | at Michigan State SpartansSpartan Stadium, East Lansing, MI | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | vs Indiana HoosiersHusky Stadium, Seattle, WA | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | at Oregon DucksAutzen Stadium, Eugene, OR | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | vs Big Ten ChampionshipLucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, IN | 8:00 PM ETFOX |
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Early Wins and a Tough Skid
Washington Huskies Football Schedule 2026 opened with three victories before dropping three consecutive games.
- Washington State at home for the Apple Cup (Sept 6)
- Utah State at home (Sept 12)
- Eastern Washington at home (Sept 19)
- Minnesota at home (Sept 26)
- USC on the road (Oct 3)
- Iowa at home (Oct 9)
Upcoming Road Game at Purdue
The Huskies look to snap the skid on the road this week.
- Purdue on the road (Oct 16)
Bye Week
A week off arrives after the Purdue contest.
- Bye week (Oct 24)
Nebraska Road Trip and Penn State Homecoming
Late October and early November mix a tough road test with a high-profile home date.
- Nebraska on the road (Oct 31)
- Penn State at home for Homecoming (Nov 7)
Closing Stretch and Rivalry
November finishes with a road game, a home opportunity, and the annual rivalry showdown.
- Michigan State on the road (Nov 14)
- Indiana at home (Nov 21)
- Oregon on the road (Nov 28)
Washington Football Home Games 2026
Washington has seven home games at Husky Stadium in 2026:
- Washington State (Apple Cup)
- Utah State
- Eastern Washington
- Minnesota
- Iowa
- Penn State (Homecoming)
- Indiana
The dates against Penn State, Iowa and Minnesota stand out as the highest-profile opportunities at home.
The 2026 Washington Football Schedule features a promising early stretch, a difficult mid-season skid, and key late tests. How the Huskies handle the road trip to Purdue, the home date with Penn State, and the rivalry finale against Oregon will shape the entire season.
FAQ
When does Washington play its first game on the 2026 schedule?
Washington Football Schedule 2026 opened at home against Washington State on Sunday, September 6, at Husky Stadium for the Apple Cup.
When is Washington vs Oregon 2026?
Washington vs Oregon 2026 is set for Saturday, November 28, on the road at Autzen Stadium in Eugene.
How many home games does Washington play in 2026?
Washington has seven Washington football home games in 2026 at Husky Stadium: Washington State, Utah State, Eastern Washington, Minnesota, Iowa, Penn State and Indiana.
What is Washington’s toughest stretch on the 2026 schedule?
The upcoming run of Purdue, Nebraska, Penn State, Michigan State, Indiana and Oregon ranks as the toughest remaining stretch on the Washington Big Ten schedule 2026.
