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The Fremont Cannon gives Nevada’s 2026 season a familiar rivalry storyline. Rival UNLV claimed college football’s heaviest rivalry trophy — which weighs roughly 545 pounds — in four straight meetings from 2022 through 2025. Now in his third season in Reno, Jeff Choate has rebuilt his receiver room through the transfer portal.
Wolf Pack broadcasts in 2026 run through CBS Sports Network, ESPN+, MW+, and The CW. Some games also air across the FOX Sports family of channels. This wide range of broadcast partners reflects a broader college football trend: more games airing on streaming platforms.
Our guide maps out the full TV schedule and the smartest streaming setup for every game, so you can watch Nevada Wolf Pack football all season long.
2026 Nevada Wolf Pack TV schedule
Nevada’s 2026 schedule includes home games against Western Kentucky and Montana State, plus a road trip to Middle Tennessee and a spooky nonconference visit to UCLA on Halloween. Mountain West play fills out the rest of the slate, including the annual Battle for the Fremont Cannon against UNLV on November 28.
Check the table below for the latest kickoff times and channels throughout the season.
CFB - Nevada Wolf Pack Schedule
| Opponent | Date | Time (ET) | Channel |
|---|---|---|---|
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers | Saturday, Sept. 5 | 10:30 p.m. | |
Montana State Bobcats | Saturday, Sept. 12 | 10:30 p.m. | |
At Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders | Saturday, Sept. 19 | 7:00 p.m. | |
Saturday, Sept. 26 | TBD | TBD | |
At UTEP Miners | Saturday, Oct. 10 | TBD | TBD |
At North Dakota State Bison | Saturday, Oct. 17 | 7:00 p.m. | |
San José State Spartans | Saturday, Oct. 24 | 5:00 p.m. | MW+ |
At UCLA Bruins | Saturday, Oct. 31 | TBD | TBD |
New Mexico Lobos | Friday, Nov. 6 | 9:00 p.m. | |
At Northern Illinois Huskies | Saturday, Nov. 14 | TBD | MW+ |
Saturday, Nov. 21 | TBD | TBD | |
At UNLV Rebels | Saturday, Nov. 28 | 9:00 p.m. |
Best TV plans for watching Nevada Wolf Pack football
With games across several channels and two different streaming-only platforms, catching every snap of Wolf Pack football requires access to a few services. Luckily for you, we’ve done the research, so all you have to do is make a decision.
Best Overall
If you want a robust live TV service, the YouTube TV Sports Plan has the channels you need to watch most of Nevada’s nationally televised games. The plan also includes integrated ESPN Unlimited access, covering Wolf Pack games on ESPN+. You’ll still need MW+ for matchups exclusive to that service.
MW+
Exclusive Games
MW+, the exclusive streaming platform for the Mountain West, carries select Nevada games that aren’t available through traditional broadcast partners. If you’re a fan who doesn’t want to miss a game, you need this direct-to-consumer subscription. You’ll also get other Wolf Pack exclusives if your fandom extends beyond the gridiron.
Best Standalone Option
ESPN Unlimited includes ESPN+ and CW Sports, giving you access to Nevada matchups on both platforms in one subscription. It doesn’t cover CBS Sports Network, FOX, or MW+ games, but it’s a useful standalone option for select Wolf Pack broadcasts.
How to watch Nevada Wolf Pack football FAQ
Where can I watch the Nevada Wolf Pack for free?
You can watch a handful of Nevada Wolf Pack games for free this year by taking advantage of free trials from DIRECTV, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, and YouTube TV. An over-the-air antenna can also get you games that air on local broadcast channels such as FOX or The CW.
Where can I stream Nevada Wolf Pack games if I don't have cable?
YouTube TV is a straightforward cable-free option that includes CBS Sports Network, FOX channels, and The CW. Another option is Hulu + Live TV. It also includes the core channels you need, but you'll have to pay more.
Can I watch Nevada Wolf Pack football on Paramount+?
No, you cannot watch Nevada football on Paramount+. The service doesn't include live CBS Sports Network programming.
How do I watch Nevada Wolf Pack football if I live out of state?
Out-of-state Wolf Pack 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 Nevada’s official schedule with every major provider’s channel lineup to build these viewing recommendations, weighing channel availability, pricing, and ease of use. We’ll update this guide regularly throughout the season as kickoff times and TV assignments change. Read more about our process in our Editorial Policy.
Game day starts here!
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