College Football Week 5: Schedule, Matchups and Results (Oct 3-4, 2026)

Week 5 of the 2026 college football season brought 54 games on Saturday, October 3, headlined by ranked showdowns in the SEC, Big Ten, ACC and Big 12. Here is your full schedule of college football games today and this weekend, the top 25 matchups, and the results as they come in.

Top 25 Matchups This Weekend (October 3-4)

The marquee games of Week 5 feature three ranked-versus-ranked showdowns: #5 Ohio State at #14 Iowa, #7 Alabama at #16 Mississippi State, and #8 Florida at #25 Missouri. The biggest spread of the week is LSU (-53.5) hosting McNeese, while Georgia (-25.5) hosts Vanderbilt in an SEC mismatch.

Other Notable Games (October 3)

Beyond the top-25 matchups, several other games carry playoff implications and rivalry weight:

• Michigan @ Minnesota — The Little Brown Jug is on the line. Michigan -6, FOX, 12:00 PM.
• Auburn @ #17 Tennessee — Tennessee -6.5, ESPN+ ERADM, 3:30 PM.
• #18 USC vs Washington — USC -8.5, NBC, 7:30 PM.
• #22 Boise State vs Utah State — Boise State -19.5, CBSSN, 7:30 PM.
• Arkansas @ Texas A&M — Texas A&M -14, ESPN2, 7:00 PM.
• #20 Houston vs UCF — Houston -10.5, ESPN2, 12:00 PM.
• Navy vs Air Force — Air Force -3, CBS, 12:00 PM (Commander-in-Chief's Trophy implications).
• Cincinnati @ Arizona — Arizona -7, FOX, 11:00 PM.
• Baylor @ Arizona State — Arizona State -3.5, ESPN, 10:30 PM.

Full Top 25 Results (As They Come)

Games Rescheduled for Sunday, October 4

Several games originally scheduled for Saturday were pushed to Sunday, October 4, due to weather or broadcast scheduling. These games are listed separately in the CFBTrack schedule. Check local listings for your conference.

What to Watch For

• Ohio State-Iowa: The Hawkeyes' top-15 defense faces an Ohio State offense averaging 38 points per game. Iowa -14.5 underdog at Kinnick Stadium is never an easy cover.
• Alabama-Mississippi State: Can Mississippi State's 4-0 start withstand a visit from the Crimson Tide? Alabama is a 5.5-point road favorite.
• Florida-Missouri: Both teams are ranked and looking to stay alive in the SEC East race. Florida is 4-0 and a 5.5-point road favorite.
• Miami-Clemson: The #4 Hurricanes travel to Death Valley as 15.5-point favorites — a statement game for Miami's ACC title hopes.

How to Watch

Week 5 games are spread across ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, BTN, SEC Network, ACC Network, FS1, CBSSN, TNT, The CW, and ESPN+. Select games are also available on Disney+ for the first time this season. Most games also stream via the ESPN app and conference-specific streaming platforms.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the biggest college football games today?

The top games of Week 5 are #5 Ohio State at #14 Iowa (3:30 PM CBS), #7 Alabama at #16 Mississippi State (12:00 PM ABC), and #8 Florida at #25 Missouri (3:30 PM ABC).

How many ranked vs ranked games are there in Week 5?

Three ranked-versus-ranked matchups: Ohio State-Iowa, Alabama-Mississippi State, and Florida-Missouri.

Who is ranked #1 in college football this week?

Texas is the AP #1 team as of the Week 5 poll. Georgia is #2, and Notre Dame is #3. Texas is idle this week.

Where can I watch college football games today?

Games are broadcast on ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, ESPN, ESPN2, BTN, SEC Network, ACC Network, FS1, CBSSN, TNT, The CW and ESPN+. Check your local listings.

Conclusion

Week 5 of the 2026 college football season delivers one of the deepest Saturday slates of the year, with three top-25 showdowns, conference battles from the SEC to the Big Ten, and the debut of Disney+ college football streaming. Whether you are tracking playoff positioning or looking for the game of the day, this weekend has something for every college football fan.

Published: October 4, 2026 | Updated: October 4, 2026

Sources: CFBTrack Week 5 schedule; ESPN Week 5 schedule & AP Top 25; CBS Sports rankings. Lines and kickoff times are subject to change.