How to Watch Northwestern Wildcats Games for Free (Legally & Easily)
Last updated: September 20, 2026
If you’re trying to catch the Northwestern Wildcats this 2026 College Football season without paying for a full cable package, you’re in the right place. The Northwestern enter this stretch at 2-0 (3rd in Big Ten). They have 10 upcoming games on the schedule, starting with NU @ IU on September 25, 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 Northwestern Wildcats Game, by Streaming Service
You can watch upcoming Northwestern Wildcats games on Fubo and Sling TV.
- Fri, Sep 25Northwestern Wildcats @ Indiana Hoosiers7:00 PM CDT
- Fri, Oct 2Penn State Nittany Lions @ Northwestern Wildcats7:00 PM CDT
- Fri, Sep 25Northwestern Wildcats @ Indiana Hoosiers7:00 PM CDT
- Fri, Oct 2Penn State Nittany Lions @ Northwestern Wildcats7:00 PM CDT
How to Watch Northwestern Wildcats vs Indiana Hoosiers on September 25, 2026
You can watch Northwestern Wildcats vs Indiana Hoosiers for free with Fubo and Fubo Elite — all offer free trials.
How to Watch Penn State Nittany Lions vs Northwestern Wildcats on October 2, 2026
You can watch Penn State Nittany Lions vs Northwestern Wildcats for free with Fubo and Fubo Elite — all offer free trials.
How to Watch Ball State Cardinals vs Northwestern Wildcats on October 9, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Northwestern Wildcats vs Michigan State Spartans on October 16, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Northwestern Wildcats on October 23, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Northwestern Wildcats vs Oregon Ducks 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 Northwestern Wildcats vs Ohio State Buckeyes on November 13, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Northwestern Wildcats vs Minnesota Golden Gophers on November 20, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Illinois Fighting Illini vs Northwestern Wildcats on November 27, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
Recent Northwestern Games & Where They Aired
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Sep 19
Colorado Buffaloes @ Northwestern Wildcats 7-41 Aired on: FOX -
Sep 5
South Dakota State Jackrabbits @ Northwestern Wildcats 18-34 Aired on: BTN
Streaming Services That Carry Northwestern Games
| Service | Price | Free Trial |
|---|---|---|
| Fubo | $73.99/mo | Free for 7 Days |
| Fubo Elite | $89.99/mo | Free for 7 Days |
| Sling TVCheapest | $45.99/mo | No |
| Hulu with Live TV | $82.99/mo | Free for 3 Days |
| YouTube TV | $82.99/mo | Free for 7 Days |
Which Streaming Service Has the Most Northwestern Games?
Across the 4 scheduled Northwestern 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 | 4 of 4 | 100% |
| Fubo Elite | 4 of 4 | 100% |
| Hulu with Live TV | 4 of 4 | 100% |
| YouTube TV | 4 of 4 | 100% |
| Sling TVCheapest | 3 of 4 | 75% |
| 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 Northwestern Game?
To cover every network carrying Northwestern Wildcats 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
- Hulu with Live TV: free for 3 days
That means you can watch Northwestern Wildcats for 17 days for free by stacking free trials across these services.
The Cheapest Way to Watch Northwestern (Without Free Trials)
If you want to catch every Northwestern Wildcats 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