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Pac-12 Unveils Exciting 2026 Football Schedule

2/12/2026

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Summary

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The Pac-12 Conference released its 2026 football schedule, featuring eight teams, Boise State, Colorado State, Fresno State, San Diego State, Texas State, and Utah State.
Nonconference games run Sept. 5–26, 2026, with a seven-game round-robin schedule starting Oct. 3, 2026.
A Nov. 28, 2026 flex week lets teams face a second opponent, not counted in standings.
Pac-12 Championship Game is set for Dec. 4, 2026, hosted by the highest seed.

History

Historical Context

The Pac-12 Conference expanded in 2011 by adding Colorado and Utah, transitioning from the Pac-10 to a 12-team format. This move followed a 2010 decision to explore expansion, driven by the need for increased competitiveness and television revenue. The 2026 schedule reflects ongoing changes, with teams like Boise State and San Diego State, highlighting a trend towards regional rivalries and potential future realignments in college football.

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Story summary

The Pac-12 Conference released its 2026 football schedule, featuring eight teams, Boise State, Colorado State, Fresno State, San Diego State, Texas State, and Utah State.
Nonconference games run Sept. 5–26, 2026, with a seven-game round-robin schedule starting Oct. 3, 2026.
A Nov. 28, 2026 flex week lets teams face a second opponent, not counted in standings.
Pac-12 Championship Game is set for Dec. 4, 2026, hosted by the highest seed.

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