FBS College Football Teams with Non-Conference Openings in 2026
Most Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) college football teams have their non-conference schedules set for the 2026 season, but over 35 still need at least one game or have not revealed their final opponents.
Conference realignment continues to impact future football scheduling, with nine FBS teams changing conferences next season, including five Mountain West programs and one Sun Belt team joining the rebuilding Pac-12.
- Boise State
- Colorado State
- Fresno State
- San Diego State
- Utah State
- Texas State
These moves will bring the Pac-12 up to eight teams next season, making a seven-game conference schedule likely, and requiring each league team to need five non-conference games.
Conference realignment continues to throw a wrench into future football scheduling.
Author's summary: FBS teams have non-conference openings in 2026 due to conference realignment.