How to Watch Iowa Hawkeyes Games for Free (Legally & Easily)
Last updated: September 20, 2026
If you’re trying to catch the Iowa Hawkeyes this 2026 College Football season without paying for a full cable package, you’re in the right place. The Iowa enter this stretch at 3-0 (3rd in Big Ten). They have 9 upcoming games on the schedule, starting with IOWA @ MICH 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 Iowa Hawkeyes Game, by Streaming Service
You can watch upcoming Iowa Hawkeyes games on Fubo.
- Sat, Sep 26Iowa Hawkeyes @ Michigan Wolverines2:30 PM CDT
- Fri, Nov 27Nebraska Cornhuskers @ Iowa Hawkeyes11:00 AM CST
How to Watch Iowa Hawkeyes vs Michigan Wolverines on September 26, 2026
You can watch Iowa Hawkeyes vs Michigan Wolverines for free with Fubo and Fubo Elite — all offer free trials.
How to Watch Ohio State Buckeyes vs Iowa Hawkeyes on October 2, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Iowa Hawkeyes vs Washington Huskies on October 9, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Iowa Hawkeyes vs Minnesota Golden Gophers on October 23, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Wisconsin Badgers vs Iowa Hawkeyes on October 30, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Iowa Hawkeyes vs Northwestern Wildcats on November 6, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Purdue Boilermakers vs Iowa Hawkeyes on November 13, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Iowa Hawkeyes vs Illinois Fighting Illini on November 20, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Iowa Hawkeyes on November 27, 2026
You can watch Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Iowa Hawkeyes for free with Fubo and Fubo Elite — all offer free trials.
Recent Iowa Games & Where They Aired
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Sep 19
Northern Iowa Panthers @ Iowa Hawkeyes 0-55 Aired on: FS1 -
Sep 12
Iowa State Cyclones @ Iowa Hawkeyes 13-16 Aired on: NBC -
Sep 5
Northern Illinois Huskies @ Iowa Hawkeyes 0-40 Aired on: BTN
Streaming Services That Carry Iowa Games
| Service | Price | Free Trial |
|---|---|---|
| Fubo | $73.99/mo | Free for 7 Days |
| Fubo Elite | $89.99/mo | Free for 7 Days |
| Hulu with Live TV | $82.99/mo | Free for 3 Days |
| YouTube TV | $82.99/mo | Free for 7 Days |
| Paramount+ | $5.99/mo | Free for 7 Days |
Which Streaming Service Has the Most Iowa Games?
Across the 5 scheduled Iowa 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 | 5 of 5 | 100% |
| Hulu with Live TV | 5 of 5 | 100% |
| YouTube TV | 5 of 5 | 100% |
| Fubo Elite | 4 of 5 | 80% |
| DIRECTV Stream | 2 of 5 | 40% |
| Sling TVCheapest | 2 of 5 | 40% |
| Paramount+ | 2 of 5 | 40% |
| Sling TV with All ExtrasCheapest | 1 of 5 | 20% |
| DirecTV Stream Ultimate | 1 of 5 | 20% |
How Much Would It Cost to Watch Every Iowa Game?
To cover every network carrying Iowa Hawkeyes games this season, you'd need 1 service:
- Paramount+: $5.99/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
- Paramount+: free for 7 days
- Hulu with Live TV: free for 3 days
That means you can watch Iowa Hawkeyes for 24 days for free by stacking free trials across these services.
The Cheapest Way to Watch Iowa (Without Free Trials)
If you want to catch every Iowa Hawkeyes game and you're past the free trial window, the most affordable combination is 1 service at $5.99/mo:
- Paramount+ — $5.99/mo
Last updated: September 20, 2026