How To Watch the New Orleans Bowl
Get ready for the 2025 New Orleans Bowl
The R&L Carriers New Orleans Bowl offers Group of Five teams a chance to play on one of the biggest stages in sports: the Caesars Superdome. Typically featuring a matchup between the Sun Belt and Conference USA, this game often feels like a de facto championship for the Sun Belt, especially when a Louisiana-based team is involved.
I love the noise level in this game. The acoustics of the Superdome trap the sound, and because the local fan bases travel well to New Orleans, the atmosphere is often more electric than bowls played in half-empty NFL stadiums. It’s a loud, fast, and fun celebration of Southern football played indoors where the conditions are always perfect.
To catch every touchdown in the Dome, here is how to watch the 2025 New Orleans Bowl.
What channel shows the New Orleans Bowl?
You can watch the 2025 New Orleans Bowl live on ESPN. Kickoff is scheduled for Tuesday, December 23, at 5:30 p.m. ET.
For those who prefer digital viewing, the game is also available to stream on the ESPN app with an ESPN Unlimited subscription or a supported TV plan.
Best TV plans for watching the New Orleans Bowl
Since this is an ESPN broadcast, you will need to pay for some sort of service that offers the channel. Hulu + Live TV is my top recommendation because it gives you the game on ESPN and includes ESPN Select and Disney+ for free. This is great if you want to watch other niche bowl games that might not be on the main cable channel.
If you are looking to save money, ESPN Unlimited is the way to go. It’s cheaper than traditional or streaming TV providers, and comes with every ESPN-owned channel.
Sling TV‘s Orange plan is another alternative. It’s a no-frills option that gets the job done for a fraction of the price of cable. It comes with plenty of channels, so you can watch some of the other bowl games this season.
How to watch the New Orleans Bowl FAQ
How can I watch the New Orleans Bowl for free?
You can watch the New Orleans Bowl for free by signing up for a free trial of a live TV streaming service like YouTube TV or Fubo.
Can I stream the New Orleans Bowl on the ESPN app?
Yes, you can stream the game on the ESPN app by logging in with your TV provider credentials.
Where is the New Orleans Bowl played?
The game is played at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana.
What conferences play in the New Orleans Bowl?
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