Oct 2, 2026 6:21 AM
Track high-stakes ACC showdowns, a massive rivalry clash in Iowa City, and pivotal Big 12 matchups as undefeated contenders fight to solidify their college football playoff resumes.
Week 5 of college football is here, and the stakes are high. This weekend could deliver serious movement in both the conference standings and the college football playoff race.
Here are a few you should keep an eye on:
Friday, October 2
Pittsburgh Panthers (4-0) vs. Virginia Tech Hokies (4-0)
The stand alone game on friday night should be a good one. Both of these teams come into this game undefeated with the winner taking early control near the top of the ACC standings and keeping their College Football Playoff hopes alive.
Location: Lane Stadium Blacksburg, VA
Time: 6:00 PM CT
TV Channel: ESPN
Saturday, October 3
5 Ohio State Buckeyes (3-1) vs 14 Iowa Hawkeyes (4-0)
Undefeated Iowa will take on Ohio State, who are looking to boost their College Football Playoff chances after a close 24-13 loss to Texas in week 2. Iowa is coming off a close 20-19 win over Michigan. This game could have major playoff implications.
Location: Kinnick Stadium Iowa City, IA
Time: 2:30 PM CT
TV Channel: CBS
10 BYU Cougars (4-0) vs TCU Horned Frogs (2-2)
10th-ranked BYU enters the game undefeated and leading the conference, facing a 2-2 TCU team at Amon G. Carter Stadium. BYU comes in with an elite rush defense, allowing fewer than 90 yards per game and limiting opponents to just 2.8 yards per carry, while TCU comes in with a high-powered offense led by quarterback Josh Hoover. This is a big matchup for the conference standings and looks to be an exciting game for Big 12 fans.
Location: Amon G. Carter Stadium — Fort Worth, TX
Time: 6:00 PM CT (7:00 PM ET / 4:00 PM PT)
TV Channel: ESPN
12 Texas Tech Red Raiders (4-0) vs Colorado Buffaloes (2-2)
If you're looking for more Big 12 football this week, this could be one to watch. Colorado looks to get back on course, while Texas Tech looks to continue its dominance and hold a top spot in the conference.
Location: Folsom Field Boulder, CO
Time: 6:30 PM CT
TV Channel: FOX
Cincinnati Bearcats (4-0) vs Arizona Wildcats (3-1)
Cincinnati, one of the best teams in the Big 12 with a record of 4-0, is now playing against Arizona who is coming off a conference loss to BYU. This game will put Cincinnati's powerful rushing attack, who averages 270 yards per game, up against Arizona's quarterback Noah Fifita, who has thrown for 1,131 yards and 11 touchdowns. This could be another big game for fans of the Big 12.
Location: Casino Del Sol Stadium Tucson, AZ
Time: 10:00 PM CT
TV Channel: FOX
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