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Kennesaw State enters 2026 as the reigning Conference USA (CUSA) champion, and it got there fast: the Owls jumped from a 2-10 record in 2024 to a 10-4, title-winning season in Jerry Mack’s very first year on the sideline. Now, Mack has to defend that crown with a reshuffled roster after a wave of transfer-portal turnover, including the departure of 2025 starting quarterback Amari Odom.
The Owls’ 2026 broadcasts primarily run through ESPN+, SEC Network, CBS Sports Network, and ESPN’s linear channels. That network mix is becoming the norm as college football games continue popping up across traditional channels and streaming platforms like Disney+.
This guide covers everything you need to watch Kennesaw State Owls football in 2026, from the TV schedule to the best streaming setup for every announced window.
2026 Kennesaw State Owls TV schedule
Kennesaw State opened the season in impressive fashion, dominating in-state foe West Georgia 47-0. That should give the Owls plenty of confidence when they take on better competition. KSU has non-conference games against Georgia State, Tennessee, and Arkansas State before turning its attention to CUSA play. The conference slate begins October 7 with a rematch of the 2025 CUSA Championship Game against Jacksonville State.
Check the table below for exact kickoff times and channels as the season unfolds and more selections are finalized.
CFB - Kennesaw State Owls Schedule
| Opponent | Date | Time (ET) | Channel |
|---|---|---|---|
West Georgia Wolves | Thursday, Sept. 3 | 7:00 p.m. | |
Saturday, Sept. 12 | 7:00 p.m. | ||
Saturday, Sept. 19 | 7:45 p.m. | ||
Saturday, Sept. 26 | 7:00 p.m. | TBD | |
Wednesday, Oct. 7 | 7:00 p.m. | ||
At Missouri State Bears | Wednesday, Oct. 14 | 7:30 p.m. | |
Liberty Flames | Thursday, Oct. 22 | 7:00 p.m. | |
At Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders | Wednesday, Oct. 28 | 7:00 p.m. | |
Saturday, Nov. 7 | 3:00 p.m. | ||
At Sam Houston Bearkats | Saturday, Nov. 14 | 2:00 p.m. | TBD |
Saturday, Nov. 21 | 3:00 p.m. | TBD | |
At Western Kentucky Hilltoppers | Saturday, Nov. 28 | 1:00 p.m. | TBD |
Best TV plans for watching Kennesaw State Owls football
YouTube TV covers the bulk of Kennesaw State’s announced 2026 slate, including SEC Network for the Tennessee game and CBS Sports Network for the October run of Conference USA matchups. ESPN Unlimited content is also integrated directly into YouTube TV, giving main-plan subscribers access to KSU’s ESPN+ games without switching apps.
Our recommendations weigh channel access, price, and ease of use, so you can pick the setup that best fits your budget.
Best Overall
YouTube TV carries every linear channel that the Owls will air on this season. It’ll cover all the action from the September 19 trip to Tennessee through the season finale showdown with Western Kentucky on November 28. And as of September 1, ESPN Unlimited content is integrated directly into the YouTube TV interface and available to main-plan subscribers, so you can access those games without switching apps.
Best Value
ESPN Unlimited carries KSU’s ESPN+ games and matchups assigned to ESPN networks throughout the season. You’ll still need a live TV service like YouTube TV for games airing on CBS Sports Network, but ESPN Unlimited is a strong standalone option if you want to keep costs down and don’t need every game.
How to watch Kennesaw State Owls football FAQ
Where can I watch the Kennesaw State Owls for free?
Free trials from DIRECTV, Fubo, and Hulu + Live TV can unlock a few Kennesaw State games in 2026. If any games end up on ABC, CBS, FOX, or NBC, an over-the-air antenna is all you need.
Where can I stream Kennesaw State Owls games if I don't have cable?
As we recommended, YouTube TV is the best all-in-one viewing option for Kennesaw State games in 2026. Hulu + Live TV is also a solid service — although more expensive. Like YouTube TV, it offers core KSU channels and includes ESPN Unlimited access through the ESPN app.
Can I watch Kennesaw State Owls football with ESPN Unlimited?
Yes, you can watch KSU football with ESPN Unlimited. The Owls' matchups on ESPN+, SEC Network, and to-be-determined ESPN networks will all stream through ESPN Unlimited in the ESPN App.
How do I watch Kennesaw State Owls football if I live out of state?
Out-of-state Owls fans can watch through the same national and conference channels listed in the schedule table above. College football broadcast rights are built around national, conference, and streaming agreements rather than a local-market blackout system.
What other channels will Kennesaw State Owls football games air on?
Channel designations for KSU's five games on to-be-determined ESPN platforms will be announced through Conference USA's 12-day selection process, according to the conference's 2026 schedule release.
Why you should trust us
David Vick, our Contributing Writer, cross-referenced Kennesaw State’s official 2026 schedule with every major provider’s channel lineup to put together viewing recommendations, weighing channel availability, pricing, and ease of use. We’ll update this guide regularly throughout the season as Conference USA TV assignments are finalized. Read more about our process in our Editorial Policy.
Game day starts here!
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