Baylor and Auburn are set to clash in their 2026 season opener, marking the second year in a row the two teams have met to kick off their college football campaigns. This year's matchup will take place at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia, on Aug. 30, with kickoff scheduled for 3:30 p.m. ET. The game will be broadcast on ABC.
Last season, Auburn defeated Baylor 38-24 when they played in Waco, Texas. Both teams are looking to improve after finishing the 2025 season with identical 5-7 records. Baylor struggled in key Big 12 conference games, failing to qualify for a bowl game. Auburn faced a challenging schedule in the Southeastern Conference (SEC), with their season including a loss in the Iron Bowl to Alabama.
Fans can watch the season opener for free by utilizing a five-day free trial offered by DIRECTV. This streaming service provides access to ABC, and their MySports and MyNews genre packs include the channel. This offer allows new subscribers to save up to $15 on their first month of service.