2026 Pac-12 football schedule revealed, including Week 13 flex

The Pac-12 Conference has announced its return with an expanded lineup, featuring Oregon State and Washington State alongside new members Boise State, Colorado State, Fresno State, San Diego State, Texas State, and Utah State. The 2026 season will see these teams participate in an eight-team league with a round-robin schedule and four non-conference games to start the season. A unique "flex" matchup will occur during Week 13, with the Pac-12 retaining the ability to adjust matchups for the league's benefit, including College Football Playoff considerations.

The Pac-12 Championship Game is scheduled for December 4, to be held at the home venue of the highest-seeded team, and will be broadcast on CBS Sports and Paramount+. This follows a deal extension between CBS Sports and the Pac-12, securing media rights for the network through the 2030-31 season.

The move to rebuild the conference, which disbanded in 2024, involves adding five schools from