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FBS Oversight Committee approves legislation to modify football calendar

The college football season will start earlier and the transfer window will shrink, altering the game's calendar.

By · Published August 28, 2026  19:33 UTC · Updated August 31, 2026  01:32 UTC

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  • Primary Driver: The college football season will start earlier and the transfer window will shrink, altering the game's calendar.
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College football fans will see a reshaped calendar starting in 2027. The NCAA has approved a new football calendar that includes an earlier start to the season and a shorter transfer window. The FBS Oversight Committee approved the legislation.

The NCAA will push the start of the college football season into the Week Zero slot. The January transfer portal window will be shortened. The offseason practice model will be replaced with an NFL-like structure.

The New York Times and CBS Sports have covered the story. The NCAA's official website also published the news. The impact on recruiting and player development remains an open question.

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What changes are being made to the college football calendar?

The NCAA has approved a new calendar that pushes the start of the season into the Week Zero slot and shortens the January transfer portal window.

When will these changes take effect?

The changes will begin with the 2027 season.

What is the new offseason practice model?

The offseason practice model will be replaced with an NFL-like structure.

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