How to Watch Upcoming Wisconsin Badgers Games for Free (Legally & Easily)
Last updated: September 12, 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 0-1 (1st in Big Ten). They have 10 upcoming games on the schedule, starting with WIU @ WIS on September 12, 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, DIRECTV Stream, Sling TV with All Extras, and Peacock.
- Sat, Sep 12Western Illinois Leathernecks @ Wisconsin Badgers6:15 PM CDTBTN
- Sat, Sep 12Western Illinois Leathernecks @ Wisconsin Badgers6:15 PM CDTBTN
- Sat, Sep 12Western Illinois Leathernecks @ Wisconsin Badgers6:15 PM CDTBTN
- Sat, Sep 19Eastern Michigan Eagles @ Wisconsin Badgers11:30 AM CDTPeacock
How to Watch Western Illinois Leathernecks vs Wisconsin Badgers on September 12, 2026
You can watch Western Illinois Leathernecks vs Wisconsin Badgers for free with Fubo, Fubo Elite, DIRECTV Stream, and DirecTV Stream Ultimate — all offer free trials.
How to Watch Eastern Michigan Eagles vs Wisconsin Badgers on September 19, 2026
This game isn’t available for free, but you can watch it on Peacock.
How to Watch Wisconsin Badgers vs Penn State Nittany Lions on September 25, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
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.
Recent Wisconsin Badgers Games & Where They Aired
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Sep 6
Wisconsin Badgers @ Notre Dame Fighting Irish 13-41 Aired on: NBC
Streaming Services That Carry Wisconsin Badgers 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 |
| Peacock | $7.99/mo | No |
Which Streaming Service Has the Most Wisconsin Badgers Games?
Across the 4 scheduled Wisconsin Badgers 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 4 | 75% |
| Fubo Elite | 3 of 4 | 75% |
| Hulu with Live TV | 3 of 4 | 75% |
| YouTube TV | 3 of 4 | 75% |
| Sling TVCheapest | 2 of 4 | 50% |
| DIRECTV Stream | 1 of 4 | 25% |
| Sling TV with All ExtrasCheapest | 1 of 4 | 25% |
| DirecTV Stream Ultimate | 1 of 4 | 25% |
| Peacock | 1 of 4 | 25% |
How Much Would It Cost to Watch Every Wisconsin Badgers Game?
To cover every network carrying Wisconsin Badgers games this season, you'd need 2 services:
- Peacock: $7.99/mo
- 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 Wisconsin Badgers for 22 days for free by stacking free trials across these services.
The Cheapest Way to Watch Wisconsin Badgers (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 $74.99/mo:
- Peacock — $7.99/mo
- Sling TV with All Extras — $67.00/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 12, 2026