The 2026 Oklahoma football team enters the college football season 2026 prepared for another demanding year in the SEC. Head coach Brent Venables leads the University of Oklahoma in the NCAA Division I FBS, looking to secure major conference victories.
The roster faces a difficult stretch of road games and highly anticipated home matchups in Norman. Fans preparing for the fall can use this breakdown to track every kickoff.
This page covers the complete Oklahoma Football schedule 2026: opponents, date, time, TV channel and where to watch. Save this information to follow the Oklahoma Sooners Football program through November.
What channel is the Oklahoma football game on?
Most Oklahoma Sooners Football games air across ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, and the SEC Network. Disney holds the primary broadcasting rights for all Southeastern Conference football operations.
Fox occasionally broadcasts select non-conference games, including the early road trip to face the Michigan Wolverines. Television network assignments for conference matchups normally finalize two weeks before gameday.
Viewers should regularly verify local listings as the season progresses. Network executives often adjust broadcast slots based on team performance and national viewership ratings.
Oklahoma Football Schedule 2026
The upcoming calendar features fierce SEC opponents and a high-profile non-conference test in Ann Arbor. The annual Red River Rivalry against Texas remains anchored in Dallas every October.
Home games at Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium bring major visits from Kentucky, South Carolina, Ole Miss, and Texas A&M. Below is the complete rundown for the season.
| Date | Opponent | Time (ET) | TV |
| Friday, Sep. 4 | UTEP Miners | 8:00 pm | SECN+ |
| Saturday, Sep. 12 | at Michigan Wolverines | 12:00pm | FOX |
| Saturday, Sep. 19 | New Mexico Lobos | 7:30pm | ESPN2 |
| Saturday, Sep. 26 | at Georgia Bulldogs | 3:30-8:00pm | TBA |
| Saturday, Oct. 3 | OFF | – | – |
| Saturday, Oct. 10 | vs Texas Longhorns (Dallas, TX) | 3:30pm | ABC or ESPN |
| Saturday, Oct. 17 | Kentucky Wildcats | 3:30-8:00pm | TBA |
| Saturday, Oct. 24 | at Mississippi State Bulldogs | 3:30-8:00pm | TBA |
| Saturday, Oct. 31 | South Carolina Gamecocks | 3:30-8:00pm | TBA |
| Saturday, Nov. 7 | at Florida Gators | 3:30-8:00pm | TBA |
| Saturday, Nov. 14 | Ole Miss Rebels | 3:30-4:30pm | TBA |
| Saturday, Nov. 21 | Texas A&M Aggies | 12:00-1:00pm | TBA |
| Saturday, Nov. 28 | at Missouri Tigers | 3:30-4:30pm | TBA |
| Saturday, Dec. 5 | SEC Championship (Atlanta, GA) | 4:00pm | ABC |
Where to watch Oklahoma football?
Viewers without traditional cable can stream every Oklahoma Football broadcast using major digital television providers. YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, FuboTV, and DirecTV Stream all carry ABC, FOX, and the necessary ESPN networks.
The season opener against UTEP airs exclusively on SEC Network+. This specific broadcast requires an active subscription to ESPN+ or an authenticated cable login through the ESPN application.
Fans can install the ESPN app on Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire Stick, and most smart televisions. The platform serves as the central hub for all SEC-affiliated streaming content.
For audio coverage, the Sooner Sports Radio Network broadcasts every game across local Oklahoma stations. SiriusXM satellite radio also provides live national audio feeds for SEC football fans.
Editorial Disclaimer: This schedule reflects official University of Oklahoma announcements and current broadcast agreements. Dates, times, and television networks remain subject to adjustment by conference officials or media partners.
