How to Watch Penn State Nittany Lions Games for Free (Legally & Easily)
Last updated: September 20, 2026
If you’re trying to catch the Penn State Nittany Lions this 2026 College Football season without paying for a full cable package, you’re in the right place. The Penn State enter this stretch at 3-0 (3rd in Big Ten). They have 9 upcoming games on the schedule, starting with WIS @ PSU 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 Penn State Nittany Lions Game, by Streaming Service
You can watch upcoming Penn State Nittany Lions games on Fubo, Sling TV, and Peacock.
- Fri, Oct 2Penn State Nittany Lions @ Northwestern Wildcats7:00 PM CDT
- Fri, Oct 2Penn State Nittany Lions @ Northwestern Wildcats7:00 PM CDT
- Sat, Sep 26Wisconsin Badgers @ Penn State Nittany Lions4:00 PM CDT
How to Watch Wisconsin Badgers vs Penn State Nittany Lions on September 26, 2026
This game isn’t available for free, but you can watch it on Peacock.
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 USC Trojans vs Penn State Nittany Lions on October 9, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Penn State Nittany Lions vs Michigan Wolverines on October 16, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Purdue Boilermakers vs Penn State Nittany Lions on October 30, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Penn State Nittany Lions vs Washington Huskies on November 6, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Minnesota Golden Gophers vs Penn State Nittany Lions on November 13, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Penn State Nittany Lions on November 20, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Penn State Nittany Lions vs Maryland Terrapins on November 27, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
Recent Penn State Games & Where They Aired
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Sep 19
Buffalo Bulls @ Penn State Nittany Lions 13-55 Aired on: BTN -
Sep 12
Penn State Nittany Lions @ Temple Owls 27-9 Aired on: ESPN2 -
Sep 5
Marshall Thundering Herd @ Penn State Nittany Lions 0-45 Aired on: FS1
Streaming Services That Carry Penn State 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 |
| Peacock | $7.99/mo | No |
Which Streaming Service Has the Most Penn State Games?
Across the 5 scheduled Penn State 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 5 | 80% |
| Hulu with Live TV | 4 of 5 | 80% |
| YouTube TV | 4 of 5 | 80% |
| DIRECTV Stream | 3 of 5 | 60% |
| Sling TVCheapest | 3 of 5 | 60% |
| Fubo Elite | 3 of 5 | 60% |
| DirecTV Stream Ultimate | 2 of 5 | 40% |
| Sling TV with All ExtrasCheapest | 1 of 5 | 20% |
| Peacock | 1 of 5 | 20% |
How Much Would It Cost to Watch Every Penn State Game?
To cover every network carrying Penn State Nittany Lions games this season, you'd need 2 services:
- Peacock: $7.99/mo
- 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 Penn State Nittany Lions for 17 days for free by stacking free trials across these services.
The Cheapest Way to Watch Penn State (Without Free Trials)
If you want to catch every Penn State Nittany Lions game and you're past the free trial window, the most affordable combination is 2 services at $53.98/mo:
That's still a lot cheaper than cable, and between these you'd have every network that carries Penn State Nittany Lions games covered.
Last updated: September 20, 2026