Rice’s 2026 schedule features eight American Conference games.
Rice’s non-conference slate includes one FCS contest against Houston Christian, two Group of Six matchups vs. Western Michigan and at Fresno State, and a Power Four opponent, at Notre Dame.
2026 Rice Football Schedule
| Date | Opponent |
| 9/5 | vs. Houston Christian |
| 9/12 | @ Notre Dame |
| 9/19 | vs. Western Michigan |
| 9/26 | @ Fresno State |
| 10/3 | vs. UTSA |
| 10/10 | @ East Carolina |
| 10/17 | vs. Tulsa |
| 10/24 | @ FAU |
| 11/7 | @ North Texas |
| 11/14 | vs. Tulane |
| 11/19 | @ Temple |
| 11/28 | vs. Army |
| 12/5 | American Conference Championship |
Bold indicates American Conference contests
