The 2026 USC Trojans Football team takes the field for another Big Ten campaign during the college football season 2026. Head coach Lincoln Riley leads the University of Southern California squad against top national competition.
Supporters fill the LA Memorial Coliseum on Saturdays to watch one of the most recognized programs in the NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision.
Tracking correct dates and kickoff times remains necessary for viewers planning their weekends. This breakdown covers the USC Football schedule 2026, listing opponents, ET times, television networks, and streaming options.
What channel is the USC football game on?
Broadcast rights for USC Football games currently belong to Big Ten media partners FOX, CBS, NBC, and the Big Ten Network. Fans can also stream select matchups directly on Peacock and Paramount+. Television executives typically assign exact channels a few weeks before each kickoff.
USC Football Schedule 2026
Review the complete slate of games for the Trojans this year. All listed kickoff times are in Eastern Time (ET).
| Date | Opponent | Time (ET) | TV |
| Aug. 29 | San Jose State | 3:00 pm | NBC/Peacock |
| Sep. 4 | Fresno State | 9:00 pm | FOX |
| Sep. 12 | Louisiana | 11:00 pm | BTN |
| Sep. 19 | at Rutgers | 3:30 pm | CBS/Paramount+ |
| Sep. 26 | Oregon | TBA | TBA |
| Oct. 3 | Washington | TBA | TBA |
| Oct. 10 | at Penn State | TBA | TBA |
| Oct. 17 | BYE WEEK | – | – |
| Oct. 24 | at Wisconsin | TBA | TBA |
| Oct. 31 | Ohio State | TBA | TBA |
| Nov. 7 | BYE WEEK | – | – |
| Nov. 14 | at Indiana | TBA | TBA |
| Nov. 21 | Maryland | TBA | TBA |
| Nov. 28 | at UCLA | TBA | TBA |
| Dec. 5 | Big Ten Championship | 8:00 pm | FOX |
Where to watch USC football?
Traditional cable and satellite television subscribers receive access through their local FOX, CBS, and NBC affiliate stations. The Big Ten Network also comes standard on many basic or regional sports tiers.
Cord-cutters have multiple digital alternatives to catch the Trojans this year. Live television streaming services like YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, FuboTV, and DirecTV Stream carry the required broadcast networks.
Fans without standard cable packages should verify their specific regional market coverage. Some local broadcast affiliates occasionally enforce blackout restrictions based on regional agreements and location settings.
NBC television broadcasts typically stream simultaneously on the Peacock digital platform. CBS afternoon matchups often appear live on Paramount+ for users subscribed to the correct premium tier.
The Fox Sports mobile application simulcasts televised athletic events airing on FOX or FS1. Users must authenticate with a participating television provider credential to watch live play-by-play action.
Radio broadcasts provide another avenue for local fans. The USC Trojans Radio Network features live audio coverage for those unable to watch the televised video feed.
Editorial Disclaimer:Â Game times and television network assignments remain subject to change by the NCAA and conference officials. Check local programming guides for the most current broadcast information.
