BYU football enters the 2026 season positioned as one of the top programs in the Big 12 Conference. The Cougars are coming off their best conference performance since joining the league.
After struggling in their first Big 12 season, BYU bounced back to finish as the conference’s top team. The Cougars narrowly missed the College Football Playoff but secured their second consecutive postseason victory in a bowl game.
Head coach Kalani Sitake has the program trending upward entering his fourth season in Provo.
The Cougars are targeting their first CFP appearance in program history. BYU’s 2026 schedule features high-profile matchups that could determine their playoff chances.
Season tickets for BYU’s 2026 campaign are available now through StubHub.
BYU Football 2026 Ticket Information
Season ticket packages start at $1,700. Individual game tickets range from $100 for the Utah Tech opener to $550 for the Notre Dame home game.
The pricing reflects BYU’s elevated status in college football. The Cougars’ recent success has driven increased demand for tickets at LaVell Edwards Stadium.
Premium matchups against Notre Dame and rival Utah command the highest prices on the secondary market.
2026 Schedule Breakdown
BYU opens the season September 5 against Utah Tech in what should be a comfortable home opener. The Cougars then host Arizona before their first road test at Colorado State.
| Date | Game | Time (ET) |
| Sat., Sept. 5 | vs. Utah Tech | 8 p.m. |
| Sat., Sept. 12 | vs. Arizona | 3:30 p.m. |
| Sat., Sept. 19 | at Colorado State | 7:30 p.m. |
| Sat., Oct. 3 | at TCU | TBD |
| Fri., Oct. 9 | vs. Iowa State | 10:15 p.m. |
| Sat., Oct. 17 | vs. Notre Dame | TBD |
| Sat., Oct. 24 | at UCF | TBD |
| Sat., Oct. 31 | vs. Arizona State | TBD |
| Sat., Nov. 7 | at Utah | TBD |
| Sat., Nov. 14 | vs. Baylor | TBD |
| Sat., Nov. 21 | at Kansas | TBD |
| Sat., Nov. 28 | vs. Cincinnati | TBD |
The October 17 home game against Notre Dame represents BYU’s biggest non-conference test. This matchup could significantly impact the Cougars’ playoff resume.
BYU faces its annual rivalry game against Utah on November 7 in Salt Lake City. The Holy War has added importance with both teams competing in the same conference.
The Cougars close the regular season hosting Cincinnati on November 28. A strong finish could position BYU for Big 12 Championship Game consideration and potential CFP selection.
For updated ticket availability and pricing information, fans can visit StubHub’s BYU football section.
