Days Until College Football 2028

Live countdown to the 2028 college football season opener. See exactly how many days, hours, and minutes until college football returns.

The college football season opener marks the return of Saturday football across hundreds of programs. From Power Four rivalry games to Group of Five upsets, Week 1 sets the tone for the entire season — often delivering the most unpredictable results before conference play begins. The 2026 season kicks off on August 29, with major programs opening before the traditional Labor Day weekend slate fills out. Conference championships wrap up the regular season in late November and early December, deciding playoff bids ahead of bowl season. The College Football Playoff semifinals tip off on New Year's Day, building toward the CFP National Championship on January 12, 2027.