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Jeff Lebby’s third season at Mississippi State comes with a lot on the line after the head coach posted a 7–18 record over his first two years in Starkville. Luckily for him, he’s got Kamario Taylor at quarterback. After flashing serious potential as a freshman, the 6-foot-4-inch gunslinger is the unquestioned starter this year.
The Bulldogs’ broadcast schedule includes ABC, CBS, ESPNU, and SEC Network. With ESPN holding the SEC’s primary football rights, remaining SEC-controlled TV assignments will land across ABC and ESPN platforms.
This guide covers everything you need to watch Mississippi State Bulldogs football in 2026. We’ll break down the full TV schedule, best viewing options, and annual late-November matchup against archrival Ole Miss.
2026 Mississippi State Bulldogs TV schedule
Mississippi State’s nine-game SEC slate is loaded with high-profile tests. The Bulldogs host Missouri, Alabama, and Oklahoma over a one-month stretch, while road games at LSU and Texas add to the challenge. The regular season closes with the Egg Bowl at Ole Miss on November 27, a rivalry date that always carries extra weight — regardless of the records.
Check the table below throughout the season for exact kickoff times and channels as the SEC finalizes its remaining broadcast windows.
CFB - Mississippi State Bulldogs Schedule
| Opponent | Date | Time (ET) | Channel |
|---|---|---|---|
Saturday, Sept. 5 | 7:30 p.m. | ||
Saturday, Sept. 12 | 3:30 p.m. | ||
Saturday, Sept. 19 | 5:35 p.m. | ||
Saturday, Sept. 26 | 7:45 p.m. | ||
Saturday, Oct. 3 | Noon | ||
At LSU Tigers | Saturday, Oct. 17 | Noon | |
Saturday, Oct. 24 | 3:30 p.m. | ||
Saturday, Oct. 31 | 7:30 p.m. | TBD | |
Saturday, Nov. 7 | TBD | TBD | |
Saturday, Nov. 14 | TBD | TBD | |
Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles | Saturday, Nov. 21 | 1:00 p.m. | |
Friday, Nov. 27 | Noon |
Best TV plans for watching Mississippi State Bulldogs football
In the mood for some good news, Bulldogs fans? Outside of one game on CBS, ESPN Unlimited covers Mississippi State’s regular-season viewing needs. ESPN’s SEC rights put the rest of the Bulldogs’ schedule across ABC and ESPN platforms.
That makes ESPN Unlimited the most straightforward overall option, while Paramount+ Premium fills the CBS gap. If you’d rather have a more robust live TV service with sports, entertainment, and DVR features in one place, YouTube TV is our preferred all-in-one choice.
Best Overall
Outside of Mississippi State’s lone CBS matchup, ESPN Unlimited covers the Bulldogs’ schedule across ABC, ESPN networks, SEC Network, and SEC Network+. The service also has additional college football programming you might enjoy, including “SEC Nation” and “College GameDay.”
Best for CBS Coverage
Paramount+ Premium fills the one gap in ESPN Unlimited by streaming Mississippi State’s CBS matchup at Minnesota. The Premium plan costs $13.99/mo., making it an affordable option for Bulldogs fans who don’t want to commit to a full live TV provider.
Best Live TV Provider
Prefer a more traditional all-in-one TV experience? YouTube TV combines the key channels for Mississippi State football with a user-friendly interface, multiview, and unlimited DVR storage. It’s our preferred option for fans who want broader live TV coverage beyond Bulldogs games.
How to watch Mississippi State Bulldogs football FAQ
Where can I watch the Mississippi State Bulldogs for free?
Free trials from DIRECTV, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, and YouTube TV will give you access to a handful of Mississippi State Bulldogs games. An over-the-air antenna is another free option for games that air on your local ABC or CBS station, including the Egg Bowl on November 27.
Where can I stream Mississippi State Bulldogs games if I don't have cable?
Outside of YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV is another strong cable-free option for watching Mississippi State. It carries the core linear channels and includes access to ESPN Unlimited through the ESPN app.
Can I watch Mississippi State Bulldogs football with ESPN Unlimited?
Yes, you can watch most Mississippi State football games with ESPN Unlimited. The service includes ABC's ESPN broadcasts, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, SEC Network, SEC Network+, and ESPN+, covering nearly the entire Bulldogs schedule.
How do I watch Mississippi State Bulldogs football if I live out of state?
Out-of-state Bulldogs 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.
Why you should trust us
David Vick, our Contributing Writer, cross-referenced Mississippi State’s official schedule with every major provider’s channel lineup to put together these viewing recommendations, weighing channel availability, pricing, and ease of use. We’ll update this guide regularly throughout the season as remaining SEC TV assignments are finalized. Read more about our process in our Editorial Policy.
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