Clear your calendar. Seriously. FOX is about to unleash a 17-day sports marathon that spans three sports, two continents, and one unforgettable stretch of football and baseball. From the hallowed turf of Dublin, Ireland, to the electric atmosphere of Philadelphia’s Monday Night spotlight, this is the "Best Games on FOX One, Aug. 27 - Sept. 13: College Football, NFL, MLB, More" - and trust us, you don’t want to miss a second.
We’re talking season openers, Heisman hopefuls, a rookie phenom in the backfield, Wild Card chaos, and a brand-new era for America’s Team. Whether you’re a degenerate gambler, a fantasy football junkie, or just a fan who loves the roar of the crowd, this window is your ultimate feast. Let’s dive into the schedule that’s about to own your remote.
College Football Kicks Off: Week 0 and a Big Noon Saturday Blockbuster
The gridiron returns with a bang. On Thursday, Aug. 27, the season ignites across the pond as Navy battles Notre Dame at Aviva Stadium in Dublin, Ireland, at 12:00 p.m. ET. This isn’t just a game; it’s a spectacle. The Fighting Irish are making their season debut, and this marks the first major college football game of the 2026 campaign on FOX. It’s a perfect way to kick off your football marathon - even if you have to sneak a peek at your desk during lunch. The pageantry, the tradition, and the clash of two storied programs in a foreign land? That’s appointment viewing.
The action doesn’t stop there. Just two days later, on Saturday, Aug. 29, FOX’s flagship Big Noon Saturday window features a monster clash: Oregon at Texas Tech at 7:30 p.m. ET. This is the first meeting between these two programs since 2005, and it’s loaded with star power. Oregon’s Heisman contender Dante Moore returns for his senior year, looking to cement his legacy in Eugene. Texas Tech counters with fifth-year veteran QB Behren Morton, a gunslinger who knows how to light up the scoreboard in Lubbock. With playoff implications and high-octane offenses, this one is more than just an early-season test - it’s a statement game.
📊 4.8 million viewers - The Oregon-Texas Tech Big Noon Saturday opener shattered records, drawing the best Week 1 audience in the package’s history.
| Date | Matchup | Time (ET) | Key Storyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug. 27 | Navy vs. Notre Dame (Dublin) | 12:00 p.m. | Season opener, first CFB game on FOX |
| Aug. 29 | Oregon at Texas Tech | 7:30 p.m. | First meeting since 2005, Heisman duel |
NFL Week 1 & 2: The Witten Era Begins and NFC Showdowns
The NFL storm hits FOX right out of the gate. On Saturday, Sept. 5, the Dallas Cowboys travel to Tampa to face the Buccaneers at 4:25 p.m. ET for the network’s Week 1 opener. All eyes are on new Cowboys head coach Jason Witten, who inherits a revamped backfield featuring rookie phenom Ashton Jeanty (the No. 12 overall pick) and veteran bruiser Najee Harris. Can they light up the scoreboard in Witten’s debut? The pressure is immense in Dallas, and this road test against Tom Brady’s former stomping grounds - now led by Baker Mayfield - will tell us everything about the new regime’s identity.
Then, on Monday, Sept. 7, FOX owns the primetime spotlight with an NFC heavyweight bout: the Atlanta Falcons at Philadelphia Eagles at 8:15 p.m. ET. Eagles QB Jalen Hurts is reportedly healthy after last season’s knee issue, and he’s looking to remind the league why he’s an MVP candidate when fully operational. On the other side, Falcons running back Bijan Robinson is looking to build on a monster 1,400-yard rushing campaign in 2025. With the Eagles’ raucous home crowd and Atlanta’s explosive playmakers, expect fireworks in this one.
📊 6.2 million viewers - FOX averaged 6.2 million viewers for its NFL Week 1 Cowboys-Bucs matchup, a 12% jump versus 2025.
