The first weekend of the 2026 college football season kicks off today with 15 FBS matchups.
Two teams looking to capitalize on strong finishes in 2025-26 will open their season against each other when the Boise State Broncos travel to Eugene to take on the Oregon Ducks.
Oregon is entering this season ranked No. 2 in the country according to the AP preseason Top 25, following a 12-2 finish last season. The dominant run led them all the way to the Peach Bowl, where they lost to the eventual national champion Indiana Hoosiers.
Watch Boise State vs. No. 2 Oregon for free
- When: Sept. 5, 3:30 p.m. ET
- Where: Autzen Stadium (Eugene, Oregon)
- How to watch for free: DIRECTV (five-day free trial)
- Channel: CBS
Boise State finished with a 9-5 record, rebounding in the second half of the year to secure another Mountain West Conference championship victory with a win over UNLV.
Historically, Boise State has the edge against Oregon, with three wins in four past matchups against the Ducks.
If you want to tune in to today’s Boise State vs. Oregon game, here’s what you need to know.
Boise State vs. Oregon game time
Today’s (Aug. 29) Boise State vs. Oregon game is scheduled to kick off at 3:30 p.m. ET.
How to watch Boise State vs. Oregon for free
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