How to Watch Rutgers Scarlet Knights Games for Free (Legally & Easily)
Last updated: September 20, 2026
If you’re trying to catch the Rutgers Scarlet Knights this 2026 College Football season without paying for a full cable package, you’re in the right place. The Rutgers enter this stretch at 0-3 (17th in Big Ten). They have 9 upcoming games on the schedule, starting with HOW @ RUTG 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 Rutgers Scarlet Knights Game, by Streaming Service
You can watch upcoming Rutgers Scarlet Knights games on Fubo, DIRECTV Stream, and Sling TV with All Extras.
- Fri, Sep 25Howard Bison @ Rutgers Scarlet Knights6:00 PM CDT
- Fri, Sep 25Howard Bison @ Rutgers Scarlet Knights6:00 PM CDT
- Fri, Sep 25Howard Bison @ Rutgers Scarlet Knights6:00 PM CDT
How to Watch Howard Bison vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights on September 25, 2026
You can watch Howard Bison vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights for free with Fubo, Fubo Elite, DIRECTV Stream, and DirecTV Stream Ultimate — all offer free trials.
How to Watch Indiana Hoosiers vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights on October 3, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Maryland Terrapins on October 16, 2026
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How to Watch Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Northwestern Wildcats on October 23, 2026
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How to Watch Michigan Wolverines vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights on October 30, 2026
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How to Watch Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Wisconsin Badgers on November 6, 2026
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How to Watch Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights on November 13, 2026
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How to Watch Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Penn State Nittany Lions on November 20, 2026
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How to Watch Michigan State Spartans vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights on November 27, 2026
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Recent Rutgers Games & Where They Aired
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Sep 19
USC Trojans @ Rutgers Scarlet Knights 42-35 Aired on: CBS -
Sep 11
Rutgers Scarlet Knights @ Boston College Eagles 21-28 Aired on: ESPN2 -
Sep 3
Massachusetts Minutemen @ Rutgers Scarlet Knights 37-21 Aired on: BTN
Streaming Services That Carry Rutgers 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 |
| 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 Rutgers Games?
Across the 4 scheduled Rutgers 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% |
| DIRECTV Stream | 3 of 4 | 75% |
| DirecTV Stream Ultimate | 3 of 4 | 75% |
| Sling TV with All ExtrasCheapest | 2 of 4 | 50% |
| Sling TVCheapest | 1 of 4 | 25% |
| Paramount+ | 1 of 4 | 25% |
How Much Would It Cost to Watch Every Rutgers Game?
To cover every network carrying Rutgers Scarlet Knights games this season, you'd need 1 service:
- Sling TV with All Extras: $67.00/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 Rutgers Scarlet Knights for 22 days for free by stacking free trials across these services.
The Cheapest Way to Watch Rutgers (Without Free Trials)
If you want to catch every Rutgers Scarlet Knights game and you're past the free trial window, the most affordable combination is 1 service at $67.00/mo:
- Sling TV with All Extras — $67.00/mo
Last updated: September 20, 2026