The Pac-12 Conference has released the Week 6 schedule for the 2026 season. The upcoming slate of games includes Washington State visiting Utah State on Friday, October 9, at 6 p.m. PT on The CW.
Saturday, October 10, features three matchups. San Diego State will play at Oregon State at 3 p.m. PT on USA Network. Boise State will face Fresno State at 7:30 p.m. PT on The CW. The matchup between Boise State and Fresno State serves as a rivalry battle for the Milk Can, with Boise State currently holding a 17-10 lead in the series history.
Recent standout performances include Oregon State wide receiver Jesse Legree, who was named Pac-12 Freshman of the Week for the fifth consecutive week after recording 5 catches for 156 yards and 3 touchdowns against Colorado State. Additionally, Oregon State quarterback Braden Atkinson was named Pac-12 Offensive Player of the Week for the second time this season following a performance that included 427 passing yards and 5 touchdowns.
In national rankings, Boise State remains ranked in the AP Top 25 at #23. The Broncos are also ranked #19 in The Athletic's poll and #25 in the CBS 138. Other recent accolades include San Diego State linebacker Cameron Cooper being named Pac-12 Defensive Player of the Week and receiving national honors after recording a Pick 6 and a blocked field goal in a victory over Texas State.
Utah State linebacker Asher Cunningham was also recognized by PFF College National Team of the Week for matching a career-high with 11 tackles against Boise State.
The Pac-12 has demonstrated significant statistical strength, maintaining an average SP+ of 81.1, which is the 5th best among FBS conferences. The conference also holds the highest win percentage (.692) against non-autonomous conferences among non-autonomous conferences, having gone 9-4 against FBS teams outside of the autonomous conferences.
The 2026 season continues with the scheduled games on October 9 and October 10.
