How to Watch Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Games for Free (Legally & Easily)
Last updated: September 21, 2026
If you’re trying to catch the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers this 2026 College Football season without paying for a full cable package, you’re in the right place. The Western KY enter this stretch at 0-3 (1st in CUSA). They have 9 upcoming games on the schedule, starting with MERC @ WKU 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 Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Game, by Streaming Service
You can watch upcoming Western Kentucky Hilltoppers games on Fubo, DIRECTV Stream, Sling TV, and ESPN+.
- Thu, Oct 1Western Kentucky Hilltoppers @ New Mexico State Aggies7:00 PM CDT
- Thu, Oct 8Missouri State Bears @ Western Kentucky Hilltoppers6:00 PM CDT
- Wed, Oct 14Western Kentucky Hilltoppers @ Sam Houston Bearkats7:00 PM CDT
- Tue, Oct 27Delaware Blue Hens @ Western Kentucky Hilltoppers6:00 PM CDT
- Thu, Oct 1Western Kentucky Hilltoppers @ New Mexico State Aggies7:00 PM CDT
- Thu, Oct 8Missouri State Bears @ Western Kentucky Hilltoppers6:00 PM CDT
- Wed, Oct 14Western Kentucky Hilltoppers @ Sam Houston Bearkats7:00 PM CDT
- Tue, Oct 27Delaware Blue Hens @ Western Kentucky Hilltoppers6:00 PM CDT
- Wed, Oct 14Western Kentucky Hilltoppers @ Sam Houston Bearkats7:00 PM CDT
- Sat, Sep 26Mercyhurst Lakers @ Western Kentucky Hilltoppers6:00 PM CDT
How to Watch Mercyhurst Lakers vs Western Kentucky Hilltoppers on September 26, 2026
This game isn’t available for free, but you can watch it on ESPN+ and ESPN+.
How to Watch Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs New Mexico State Aggies on October 1, 2026
You can watch Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs New Mexico State Aggies for free with Fubo, Fubo Elite, DIRECTV Stream, and DirecTV Stream Ultimate — all offer free trials.
How to Watch Missouri State Bears vs Western Kentucky Hilltoppers on October 8, 2026
You can watch Missouri State Bears vs Western Kentucky Hilltoppers for free with Fubo, Fubo Elite, DIRECTV Stream, and DirecTV Stream Ultimate — all offer free trials.
How to Watch Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs Sam Houston Bearkats on October 14, 2026
You can watch Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs Sam Houston Bearkats for free with Fubo, Fubo Elite, DIRECTV Stream, and DirecTV Stream Ultimate — all offer free trials.
How to Watch Delaware Blue Hens vs Western Kentucky Hilltoppers on October 27, 2026
You can watch Delaware Blue Hens vs Western Kentucky Hilltoppers for free with Fubo, Fubo Elite, DIRECTV Stream, and DirecTV Stream Ultimate — all offer free trials.
How to Watch Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders on November 7, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Jacksonville State Gamecocks vs Western Kentucky Hilltoppers on November 14, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs Liberty Flames on November 21, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Kennesaw State Owls vs Western Kentucky Hilltoppers on November 28, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
Recent Western KY Games & Where They Aired
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Sep 19
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers @ Indiana Hoosiers 0-38 Aired on: Peacock -
Sep 12
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers @ Georgia Bulldogs 20-70 Aired on: SEC Network -
Sep 5
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers @ Nevada Wolf Pack 14-49 Aired on: CBSSN
Streaming Services That Carry Western KY 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 |
| ESPN+ | $10.99/mo | No |
| ESPN+ | $11.99/mo | No |
Which Streaming Service Has the Most Western KY Games?
Across the 8 scheduled Western KY 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 | 6 of 8 | 75% |
| Fubo Elite | 6 of 8 | 75% |
| DIRECTV Stream | 6 of 8 | 75% |
| Hulu with Live TV | 6 of 8 | 75% |
| DirecTV Stream Ultimate | 6 of 8 | 75% |
| YouTube TV | 6 of 8 | 75% |
| Sling TV with All ExtrasCheapest | 1 of 8 | 13% |
| Peacock | 1 of 8 | 13% |
| ESPN+ | 1 of 8 | 13% |
| Sling TVCheapest | 1 of 8 | 13% |
How Much Would It Cost to Watch Every Western KY Game?
To cover every network carrying Western Kentucky Hilltoppers games this season, you'd need 2 services:
- Fubo: $73.99/mo
- ESPN+: $10.99/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 Western Kentucky Hilltoppers for 22 days for free by stacking free trials across these services.
The Cheapest Way to Watch Western KY (Without Free Trials)
If you want to catch every Western Kentucky Hilltoppers game and you're past the free trial window, the most affordable combination is 2 services at $84.98/mo:
That's still a lot cheaper than cable, and between these you'd have every network that carries Western Kentucky Hilltoppers games covered.
Last updated: September 21, 2026