For the first time in what feels like a generation, there’s a real sense of momentum building in Lincoln. Last season, head coach Matt Rhule’s rebuild finally started paying off as the Nebraska Cornhuskers snapped their nearly decade-long bowl drought and got back in the AP Poll.
Now, the big question for Year 3 of the Rhule era is simple: Can they turn that momentum into a real climb up the Big Ten standings? All eyes will be on young quarterback Dylan Raiola to see if he can live up to the hype and lead the offense to the next level.
The great news for the Sea of Red is that you can follow that story from anywhere. As a Big Ten member, Nebraska’s games are national events, featured across TV partners like CBS Sports, FOX Sports, and NBC Sports, including Big Ten Network and Peacock. To help you navigate it all, I’ve laid out the full TV schedule and my top streaming picks below.
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2025 Nebraska football TV schedule
The story of the 2025 Nebraska schedule is all about the major tests coming to Lincoln and a brutal finish on the road. We’ll find out what the Cornhuskers are made of when both Michigan and USC visit Memorial Stadium. But the real challenge comes in the final stretch with back-to-back road games at UCLA and Penn State before the Black Friday finale against Iowa.
For me, the path to a successful season is really about surviving November. To help you follow every crucial matchup, here’s the Cornhuskers’ 2025 TV schedule, which I’ll keep updated all season long.
| Opponent | Day | Time (ET)/Result | Channel |
|---|---|---|---|
| At Cincinnati Bearcats | Thursday, Aug. 28 | W 20–17 | ESPN |
| Akron Zips | Saturday, Sept. 6 | W 68–0 | Big Ten Network |
| Houston Christian Huskies | Saturday, Sept. 13 | W 59–7 | FS1 |
| Michigan Wolverines (#21) | Saturday, Sept. 20 | L 27–30 | CBS, Paramount+ Premium |
| Michigan State Spartans | Saturday, Oct. 4 | W 38–27 | FS1 |
| At Maryland Terrapins | Saturday, Oct. 11 | W 34–31 | Big Ten Network |
| At Minnesota Golden Gophers | Friday, Oct. 17 | L 6–24 | FOX |
| Northwestern Wildcats | Saturday, Oct. 25 | W 28–21 | FS1 |
| USC Trojans (#23) | Saturday, Nov. 1 | 7:30 p.m. | NBC |
| At UCLA Bruins | Saturday, Nov. 8 | TBD | TBA |
| At Penn State Nittany Lions | Saturday, Nov. 22 | TBD | TBA |
| Iowa Hawkeyes | Friday, Nov. 28 | 12:00 p.m. | CBS |
Data effective as of post date. All listed rankings are from the AP Top 25 poll at the time of the matchup.
Best TV plans for watching Nebraska football
Data effective as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change.
For any serious Cornhuskers fan looking to cut the cord, my top recommendation is Hulu + Live TV. I always point college football fans in this direction because it’s the best all-around service, giving you almost every channel you need in one package. I’m talking CBS, Big Ten Network, FOX, ESPN, NBC, and more, plus the unbeatable value of ESPN+ and unlimited DVR storage included.
Unfortunately, any dedicated Big Ten fan knows there’s a wild card in the schedule: Peacock. While Nebraska doesn’t have any games locked into a Peacock-exclusive slot yet, that often changes as the season progresses. That’s why I still consider a Peacock Premium subscription a necessary insurance policy. Starting at $10.99 per month, it’s the only way to guarantee you won’t be left scrambling on game day when a crucial matchup inevitably ends up there.
How to watch Nebraska Cornhuskers football FAQ
Where can I watch Nebraska football for free?
You can watch some Cornhuskers football for free using a digital antenna. It’s a one-time purchase that gets you any game airing on your local CBS, FOX, and NBC stations. For games on premium channels like Big Ten Network, you can use a free trial from a streaming service like DIRECTV or Fubo.
Where can I stream Nebraska games if I don’t have cable?
My top streaming recommendation for Nebraska football is Hulu + Live TV, as it has the best all-around channel lineup for college football fans. But you’ll also need a separate Peacock subscription for its handful of exclusive Big Ten games.
Can I watch Nebraska football on Peacock?
Yes, a Peacock Premium subscription is a must-have for any die-hard Cornhuskers fan. As part of the Big Ten’s TV deal with NBC Sports, several conference games stream exclusively on Peacock each season. This includes all NBC simulcasts and some matchups you won’t find anywhere else.
How do I watch Nebraska football if I live out of state?
The Sea of Red is nationwide, and so is the Nebraska Cornhuskers’ TV coverage. Since all Big Ten games are on national networks like FOX, NBC, and Big Ten Network, your location in the U.S. doesn’t matter. A good live TV service will give you the same access as someone in Lincoln.
Why you should trust us
Our CableTV.com Sports Editor, Taylor Kujawa, cross-referenced the official Nebraska Cornhuskers football schedule with the channel lineups of every major TV provider. Using those details, he selected our viewing recommendations based on channel availability, pricing, and ease of use.
This guide is updated regularly throughout the season to ensure our information is accurate. To learn more about our methods, check out our How We Rank page.
