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College Football Week 1: Top 25 Clash & Full Slate
5 Sep
Summary
- College football's 2026 season kicks off with 68 FBS games on Saturday, September 5.
- No. 23 Clemson faces No. 13 LSU in a top-25 matchup, marking Lane Kiffin's debut.
- Numerous other compelling games are scheduled throughout the day, starting at noon ET.
The 2026 college football season officially begins with a packed Week 1 schedule on Saturday, September 5. A total of 68 games involving Football Bowl Subdivision teams are set to take place, offering a full day of action for fans.
The marquee matchup of the week is a highly anticipated contest between No. 23 Clemson and No. 13 LSU. This game, held at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, will serve as Lane Kiffin's first as LSU's head coach. The teams are rematching after LSU's victory last season.
While this is the only Week 1 game featuring two ranked teams, several other exciting matchups are on the schedule. Games will commence at noon ET, with the final contests concluding around 1 a.m. The full slate includes notable games like Boise State at No. 2 Oregon and Baylor at Auburn.
