How to Watch Wisconsin Badgers Games for Free (Legally & Easily)
Last updated: September 20, 2026
If you’re trying to catch the Wisconsin Badgers this 2026 College Football season without paying for a full cable package, you’re in the right place. The Wisconsin enter this stretch at 2-1 (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 Wisconsin Badgers Game, by Streaming Service
You can watch upcoming Wisconsin Badgers games on Fubo, Sling TV, and Peacock.
- Fri, Nov 27Minnesota Golden Gophers @ Wisconsin Badgers6:30 PM CST
- Fri, Nov 27Minnesota Golden Gophers @ Wisconsin Badgers6:30 PM CST
- 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 Michigan State Spartans vs Wisconsin Badgers on October 2, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Wisconsin Badgers vs UCLA Bruins on October 16, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch USC Trojans vs Wisconsin Badgers 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 Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Wisconsin Badgers on November 6, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Wisconsin Badgers vs Maryland Terrapins on November 13, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Wisconsin Badgers vs Purdue Boilermakers on November 20, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Minnesota Golden Gophers vs Wisconsin Badgers on November 27, 2026
You can watch Minnesota Golden Gophers vs Wisconsin Badgers for free with Fubo and Fubo Elite — all offer free trials.
Recent Wisconsin Games & Where They Aired
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Sep 19
Eastern Michigan Eagles @ Wisconsin Badgers 10-54 Aired on: Peacock -
Sep 12
Western Illinois Leathernecks @ Wisconsin Badgers 9-36 Aired on: BTN -
Sep 6
Wisconsin Badgers @ Notre Dame Fighting Irish 13-41 Aired on: NBC
Streaming Services That Carry Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin Games?
Across the 5 scheduled Wisconsin 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 | 3 of 5 | 60% |
| Fubo Elite | 3 of 5 | 60% |
| Hulu with Live TV | 3 of 5 | 60% |
| YouTube TV | 3 of 5 | 60% |
| Sling TVCheapest | 2 of 5 | 40% |
| Peacock | 2 of 5 | 40% |
| DIRECTV Stream | 1 of 5 | 20% |
| Sling TV with All ExtrasCheapest | 1 of 5 | 20% |
| DirecTV Stream Ultimate | 1 of 5 | 20% |
How Much Would It Cost to Watch Every Wisconsin Game?
To cover every network carrying Wisconsin Badgers 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 Wisconsin Badgers for 17 days for free by stacking free trials across these services.
The Cheapest Way to Watch Wisconsin (Without Free Trials)
If you want to catch every Wisconsin Badgers 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 Wisconsin Badgers games covered.
Last updated: September 20, 2026