Indiana Hoosiers 2026 College Football Schedule: Dates, Opponents, Times, TV/ Stream info

The Indiana Hoosiers are getting closer and closer to beginning their title defense during the 2026 college football season. Curt Cignetti's squad is ranked No. 6 in the preseason AP poll, potentially giving the Hoosiers a chip on their shoulder immediately after summiting the sport.

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Will Indiana sustain its success from the last two seasons? That's what we will find out. October and November sees a five-game stretch that features four preseason ranked teams.

Here's everything you need to know about the Hoosiers' slate.

What is Indiana Hoosier’s 2026 college football schedule?

• Week 1: vs. North Texas, 12 p.m. EST, Saturday, September 5
• Week 2: vs. Howard, 12 p.m. EST, Saturday, September 12
• Week 3: vs. Western Kentucky, 12 p.m. EST, Saturday, September 19 (Peacock)
• Week 4: vs. Northwestern, 8 p.m. EST, Friday, September 25
• Week 5: at Rutgers, 8 p.m. EST, Saturday, October 3
• Week 6: at Nebraska, Saturday, October 10
• Week 7: vs. No. 1 Ohio State, Saturday, October 17
• Week 8: vs. No. 16 Michigan, Saturday, October 24
• Week 9: vs. Minnesota, Saturday, October 31
• Week 11: vs. No. 14 USC, Saturday, November 14
• Week 12: at No. 17 Washington, Saturday, November 21
• Week 13: vs. Purdue, Saturday, November 28

When is Indiana’s first game of the 2026 season?

The Hoosiers kick off their title defense at noon on Saturday, September 5 against North Texas at home.

When does Indiana play Ohio State in 2026?

The Buckeyes and Hoosiers meet in a Big Ten Championship Game rematch on Saturday, October 17 at Memorial Stadium.

When does Indiana play Michigan in 2026?

The Hoosiers host the Wolverines one week after Ohio State on Saturday, October 24.

When does Indiana play USC in 2026?

Indiana hosts USC on Saturday, November 14.

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