How to Watch BYU Cougars Games for Free (Legally & Easily)
Last updated: September 20, 2026
If you’re trying to catch the BYU Cougars this 2026 College Football season without paying for a full cable package, you’re in the right place. The BYU enter this stretch at 3-0 (1st in Big 12). They have 9 upcoming games on the schedule, starting with BYU @ TCU on October 2, 2026. Below, for each game we break down exactly which network is carrying it, which streaming services include that network, and — importantly — which of those services offer a free trial so you can watch without spending a dime.
Every Upcoming BYU Cougars Game, by Streaming Service
You can watch upcoming BYU Cougars games on Fubo, DIRECTV Stream, and Sling TV.
- Fri, Oct 9Iowa State Cyclones @ BYU Cougars9:15 PM CDT
- Fri, Oct 9Iowa State Cyclones @ BYU Cougars9:15 PM CDT
- Fri, Oct 9Iowa State Cyclones @ BYU Cougars9:15 PM CDT
How to Watch BYU Cougars vs TCU Horned Frogs on October 2, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Iowa State Cyclones vs BYU Cougars on October 9, 2026
You can watch Iowa State Cyclones vs BYU Cougars for free with Fubo, Fubo Elite, DIRECTV Stream, and DirecTV Stream Ultimate — all offer free trials.
How to Watch Notre Dame Fighting Irish vs BYU Cougars on October 16, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch BYU Cougars vs UCF Knights on October 23, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Arizona State Sun Devils vs BYU Cougars on October 30, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch BYU Cougars vs Utah Utes on November 6, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Baylor Bears vs BYU Cougars on November 13, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch BYU Cougars vs Kansas Jayhawks on November 20, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Cincinnati Bearcats vs BYU Cougars on November 27, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
Recent BYU Games & Where They Aired
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Sep 19
BYU Cougars @ Colorado State Rams 41-23 Aired on: CBS -
Sep 12
Arizona Wildcats @ BYU Cougars 17-28 Aired on: FOX -
Sep 5
Utah Tech Trailblazers @ BYU Cougars 7-63 Aired on: ESPN+
Streaming Services That Carry BYU Games
| Service | Price | Free Trial |
|---|---|---|
| Fubo | $73.99/mo | Free for 7 Days |
| Fubo Elite | $89.99/mo | Free for 7 Days |
| DIRECTV Stream | $86.99/mo | Free for 5 Days |
| Sling TVCheapest | $45.99/mo | No |
| Hulu with Live TV | $82.99/mo | Free for 3 Days |
| Sling TV with All ExtrasCheapest | $67/mo | No |
| DirecTV Stream Ultimate | $109.99/mo | Free for 5 Days |
| YouTube TV | $82.99/mo | Free for 7 Days |
Which Streaming Service Has the Most BYU Games?
Across the 4 scheduled BYU games with a broadcaster listed, here is how many each streaming service carries, and what share of the season that covers.
| Service | Games | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Fubo | 3 of 4 | 75% |
| Fubo Elite | 3 of 4 | 75% |
| Hulu with Live TV | 3 of 4 | 75% |
| YouTube TV | 3 of 4 | 75% |
| Sling TVCheapest | 2 of 4 | 50% |
| ESPN+ | 1 of 4 | 25% |
| Paramount+ | 1 of 4 | 25% |
| DIRECTV Stream | 1 of 4 | 25% |
| Sling TV with All ExtrasCheapest | 1 of 4 | 25% |
| DirecTV Stream Ultimate | 1 of 4 | 25% |
How Much Would It Cost to Watch Every BYU Game?
To cover every network carrying BYU Cougars games this season, you'd need 1 service:
- Sling TV: $45.99/mo
But you don't need to pay all that. These services offer a free trial:
- Fubo: free for 7 days
- YouTube TV: free for 7 days
- DIRECTV Stream: free for 5 days
- Hulu with Live TV: free for 3 days
That means you can watch BYU Cougars for 22 days for free by stacking free trials across these services.
The Cheapest Way to Watch BYU (Without Free Trials)
If you want to catch every BYU Cougars game and you're past the free trial window, the most affordable combination is 1 service at $45.99/mo:
- Sling TV — $45.99/mo
Last updated: September 20, 2026