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Eastern Michigan enters 2026 determined to turn experience into a bowl push. Chris Creighton continues his decade-plus coaching tenure at the school with fifth-year captain Noah Kim returning at quarterback after an 18-touchdown season. Let’s all hope those beautiful grey helmets are back, too.
The Eagles’ TV map has plenty of variety: ESPN+ starts the year, Big Ten Network carries the Michigan State trip, Peacock has the Wisconsin game, and November MACtion lands on CBS Sports Network, ESPN2, or ESPNU. That kind of scattered TV schedule is becoming more common as games continue to get spread across traditional networks and streaming platforms like Disney+.
This guide includes everything you need to watch Eastern Michigan Eagles football from the first snap to the final whistle in 2026. To view college football’s weekly slate, check out How To Watch College Football.
2026 Eastern Michigan Eagles TV schedule
Eastern Michigan opened the season with a bang against Sac State in Week 0, securing a 28–17 win. The Eagles face not one but two Big Ten teams: Michigan State on September 12 and Wisconsin the very next week. If the Eagles can hang around in those games, fans will be happy. The two big rivalry games on the calendar come in November, when EMU plays Central Michigan and Western Michigan in pursuit of the Michigan MAC Trophy.
The table below lists the available kickoff times and channel assignments, including the November MACtion windows. To see the top matchups elsewhere in the country on any given weekend, bookmark College Football TV Schedule.
CFB - Eastern Michigan Eagles Schedule
| Opponent | Date | Time (ET) | Channel |
|---|---|---|---|
Sacramento State Hornets | Saturday, August 29 | 6:30 p.m. | |
San José State Spartans | Friday, Sept. 4 | 6:30 p.m. | |
Saturday, Sept. 12 | 3:30 p.m. | ||
Saturday, Sept. 19 | 12:30 p.m. | ||
Lindenwood Lions | Saturday, Sept. 26 | 1:00 p.m. | |
At Massachusetts Minutemen | Saturday, Oct. 3 | TBD | TBD |
At Akron Zips | Saturday, Oct. 10 | 3:30 p.m. | TBD |
Toledo Rockets | Saturday, Oct. 17 | TBD | TBD |
At Ohio Bobcats | Saturday, Oct. 24 | TBD | TBD |
Wednesday, Nov. 4 | TBD | TBD | |
At Western Michigan Broncos | Tuesday, Nov. 17 | 7:00 p.m. | TBD |
Kent State Golden Flashes | Tuesday, Nov. 24 | 7:00 p.m. | TBD |
Best TV plans for watching Eastern Michigan Eagles football
For Eastern Michigan fans, YouTube TV takes much of the hassle out of following your favorite team this season. It brings the channels you need into one easy-to-navigate service, while sports-friendly features like Multiview and Key Plays make game day even better.
Our recommendations follow the availability, price, and simplicity approach that’s outlined in CableTV.com’s Editorial Policy. To see more side-by-side options, check out our Best Streaming Services for Sports rankings.
Best Live-TV Plan
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Exclusive Games
ESPN Unlimited is the only viewing option for Eastern Michigan’s games against Sac State, San Jose State, and Lindenwood. That’s a big chunk of the schedule, making it an essential add-on this season.
How to watch Eastern Michigan Eagles football FAQ
Where can I watch the Eastern Michigan Eagles for free?
You can stream a few Eastern Michigan games for free thanks to free trials from DIRECTV, Fubo, and Hulu + Live TV. A digital antenna can also deliver any college football game that airs on your local ABC, CBS, FOX, or NBC station at no extra cost.
Where can I stream Eastern Michigan Eagles games if I don't have cable?
YouTube TV is the best streaming option for Eagles fans who don’t have cable, but it doesn't give you access to every game on their schedule.
Can I watch Eastern Michigan Eagles football on Peacock?
Yes, you can watch Eastern Michigan on Peacock when they travel to Wisconsin on September 19. A Premium or Premium Plus plan is required.
How do I watch Eastern Michigan Eagles football if I live out of state?
Out-of-state Eastern Michigan fans can use the same national channels and streaming subscriptions in the schedule table. College football distribution follows national, conference, and streaming rights, not a local-market package.
What other channels will Eastern Michigan football games air on?
Channel designations for the rest of Eastern Michigan's schedule will be announced 12 days before the scheduled game dates, according to the MAC.
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