Ohio State Unveils 2026 Big Ten Football Schedule

Buckeyes face marquee non-conference matchup and challenging road trips in upcoming season.

Jan. 27, 2026 at 6:07pm

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The Ohio State Buckeyes have released their full 2026 football schedule, which features a high-profile non-conference game and several tough Big Ten road trips. The schedule announcement comes as the team looks to build on recent success under head coach Ryan Day.

Why it matters

Ohio State is consistently one of the top programs in the Big Ten and college football as a whole. Their schedule each year is closely watched, as it provides insight into the team's path to potential conference and national championships.

The details

The 2026 Ohio State schedule includes a marquee non-conference matchup against a yet-to-be-announced opponent, as well as challenging Big Ten road games at Michigan, Penn State, and Wisconsin. The Buckeyes will also host rivals Michigan State and Iowa at home that season.

  • The 2026 Ohio State football schedule was released on January 27, 2026.

The players

Ryan Day

The head coach of the Ohio State Buckeyes football team since 2019.

Julian Sayin

A highly touted quarterback recruit who has committed to play for Ohio State starting in 2026.

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What they’re saying

“We're excited to unveil our 2026 schedule and give our fans a glimpse of what's to come. It's a challenging slate, but one we're confident our team will be ready to take on.”

— Ryan Day, Head Coach (on3.com)

What’s next

Ohio State will continue its offseason program and recruiting efforts as it prepares for the 2026 season.

The takeaway

Ohio State's 2026 schedule showcases the program's national prominence, as the Buckeyes face a marquee non-conference opponent and several tough Big Ten road tests on their path to potential conference and playoff contention.