By: Jim Williams
Capital Sport Network
College football is roaring back for the 2025–26 season, and fans are in for a thrilling ride—not just on the field, but across a dynamic media landscape. With new streaming platforms, expanded conference deals, and legacy networks doubling down, here’s your definitive guide to where college football will be broadcast this fall.
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Legacy Networks Still Reign Supreme
- ESPN & ABC:
ESPN remains the heartbeat of college football, broadcasting marquee matchups across ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, and ABC. The College Football Playoff and most bowl games will continue to air here. - CBS & CBS Sports Network:
CBS will showcase SEC and Army home games, while CBSSN covers the MAC, Conference USA, and Mountain West. - FOX & FS1:
Big Ten, Big 12, and Pac-12 games will dominate FOX and FS1’s schedule, including primetime Saturday showdowns. - NBC & Peacock:
NBC is the exclusive home of Notre Dame football and now features Big Ten games in primetime. Peacock will simulcast select matchups.
Streaming Services Take Center Field
- ESPN Unlimited & ESPN Select:
ESPN’s new streaming tiers offer unprecedented access. ESPN Unlimited ($29.99/month) includes all ESPN linear channels plus ABC simulcasts, ESPN+, and more than 47,000 live events annually. ESPN Select ($11.99/month) provides exclusive access to select games and niche coverage. - Peacock:
NBC’s streaming arm will carry Big Ten games and simulcasts of Notre Dame matchups. - Paramount+:
CBS games, including SEC and Army home games, will be available for streaming on Paramount+. - FloFootball & MidcoSports+:
These regional platforms will stream FCS and Division II games, expanding access to smaller programs.
Conference Networks Still Matter
- SEC Network, ACC Network, Big Ten Network:
These conference-specific channels continue to deliver wall-to-wall coverage, including weekday games, studio shows, and in-depth analysis.
International Kickoff & Week Zero Highlights
The season begins August 23 with “Week Zero,” featuring Iowa State vs. Kansas State in Dublin, Ireland—a global kickoff streamed on ESPN. Week 1 follows with blockbuster games like Texas vs. Ohio State and Alabama vs. Florida State across ESPN, FOX, and CBS.
Whether you’re a die-hard fan of the SEC or a West Coast night owl catching Pac-12 After Dark, the 2025–26 college football season offers more ways than ever to tune in.
