How to Watch Cincinnati Bearcats Games for Free (Legally & Easily)
Last updated: September 20, 2026
If you’re trying to catch the Cincinnati Bearcats this 2026 College Football season without paying for a full cable package, you’re in the right place. The Cincinnati enter this stretch at 3-0 (4th in Big 12). They have 9 upcoming games on the schedule, starting with KSU @ CIN on September 26, 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 Cincinnati Bearcats Game, by Streaming Service
You can watch upcoming Cincinnati Bearcats games on Fubo, DIRECTV Stream, and Sling TV.
- Sat, Sep 26Kansas State Wildcats @ Cincinnati Bearcats6:00 PM CDT
- Sat, Sep 26Kansas State Wildcats @ Cincinnati Bearcats6:00 PM CDT
- Sat, Sep 26Kansas State Wildcats @ Cincinnati Bearcats6:00 PM CDT
How to Watch Kansas State Wildcats vs Cincinnati Bearcats on September 26, 2026
You can watch Kansas State Wildcats vs Cincinnati Bearcats for free with Fubo, Fubo Elite, DIRECTV Stream, and DirecTV Stream Ultimate — all offer free trials.
How to Watch Cincinnati Bearcats vs Arizona Wildcats on October 2, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Cincinnati Bearcats vs West Virginia Mountaineers on October 16, 2026
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How to Watch Texas Tech Red Raiders vs Cincinnati Bearcats on October 23, 2026
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How to Watch Utah Utes vs Cincinnati Bearcats on October 30, 2026
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How to Watch Cincinnati Bearcats vs Houston Cougars on November 6, 2026
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How to Watch Cincinnati Bearcats vs Iowa State Cyclones on November 13, 2026
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How to Watch Colorado Buffaloes vs Cincinnati Bearcats on November 20, 2026
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How to Watch Cincinnati Bearcats vs BYU Cougars on November 27, 2026
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Recent Cincinnati Games & Where They Aired
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Sep 19
Miami (OH) RedHawks @ Cincinnati Bearcats 31-35 Aired on: ESPN+ -
Sep 12
Western Carolina Catamounts @ Cincinnati Bearcats 10-62 Aired on: ESPN+ -
Sep 5
Boston College Eagles @ Cincinnati Bearcats 15-34 Aired on: FOX
Streaming Services That Carry Cincinnati 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 |
| 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 Cincinnati Games?
Across the 4 scheduled Cincinnati 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 | 2 of 4 | 50% |
| Fubo Elite | 2 of 4 | 50% |
| Sling TVCheapest | 2 of 4 | 50% |
| Hulu with Live TV | 2 of 4 | 50% |
| YouTube TV | 2 of 4 | 50% |
| ESPN+ | 2 of 4 | 50% |
| DIRECTV Stream | 1 of 4 | 25% |
| DirecTV Stream Ultimate | 1 of 4 | 25% |
How Much Would It Cost to Watch Every Cincinnati Game?
To cover every network carrying Cincinnati Bearcats 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 Cincinnati Bearcats for 22 days for free by stacking free trials across these services.
The Cheapest Way to Watch Cincinnati (Without Free Trials)
If you want to catch every Cincinnati Bearcats 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