UCLA Bruins Announce Game Times and TV Details for 2026 Season

UCLA Bruins football has officially announced the start times and television details for their first three games of the 2026 season. The Bruins will kick off their season on September 5 at California, with the game starting at 7:30 p.m. PT on ESPN. Following that, UCLA will host San Diego State at the Rose Bowl on September 12, with a kickoff time set for 4:15 p.m. PT on Big Ten Network. The Bruins' Big Ten opener against Purdue will take place on September 19 at 8 p.m. PT, also on Big Ten Network. This season marks a new chapter for the Bruins as they compete in the Big Ten Conference under head coach Bob Chesney. Fans can purchase season tickets now to witness this exciting era of UCLA football. The matchup against California will be the 95th meeting between the two teams, with UCLA holding a 58-35-1 advantage in the series. Additionally, the game against San Diego State will be the 25th overall meeting between the two programs. The upcoming contest against Purdue will be significant as it marks their first meeting as conference rivals since the Bruins joined the Big Ten. Stay tuned for more updates on kickoff times and TV designations for the remainder of the season.