The Jim Mora and Pac-12 Eras at CSU will begin with something old, something new, a “flexed” tomorrow and BYU. The Rams released their 2026 football schedule on Wednesday evening, its first as a member of the new-look Pac-12 Conference. CSU will play four of its first five games at home, includi ng a season-opening tussle with rival Wyoming in the Border War on Sept. 5. It’s the earliest Battle For The Bronze Boot in the game’s history. Related Articles Keeler: CSU Rams football coach Jim Mora isn’t done mending fences with Colorado high schools If CSU’s Jim Mora keeps promise to land top in-state recruits, it will pay dividends: Renck Keeler: CSU Rams? Playoffs? Jim Mora isn’t kidding when he sees College Football Playoff in Fort Collins. Keeler: How did CSU Rams land Jim Mora? Give assist to this former Broncos QB CSU Rams vs. Air Force Falcons football: How to watch, storylines and staff predictions The opener is followed by an “Orange Out”/Ag Day game against Southern Utah on Sept. 12, then a visit from Big 12 power BYU on Sept. 19. After three home dates, the Rams visit UTSA on Sept. 26 before hosting Oregon State for homecoming on Oct. 10. Following an Oct. 17 bye, CSU will finish the season with four out of its next six games on the road. San Diego State visits Canvas Stadium on Oct. 24; Boise State visits on Nov. 7. The Rams’ first league slate will feature a unique wrinkle at the end — a home date on Nov. 28, Thanksgiving weekend, against a “flexed” opponent. Per the university’s news release, the “Pac-12 will retain the right to adjust the matchup based on the best interests of the league, including College Football Playoff (CFP) considerations at that time.” The Rams will officially join the Pac-12 on July 1, the start of the new university fiscal year. CSU and former Mountain West members Boise State, Utah State, San Diego State and Boise State will join Pac-12 holdovers Oregon State and Washington State and newcomer Texas State in the league’s inaugural season. Want more sports news? Sign up for the Sports Omelette to get all our analysis on Denver’s teams. ...read more read less