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Tulsa’s second season under head coach Tre Lamb comes after a 4-8 debut that included three one-score losses. The Golden Hurricane must replace Dominic Richardson, who rushed for 1,065 yards in 2025, while getting steady production at quarterback. If Tulsa can turn more close games its way, the program could return to a bowl for the first time since 2021.
It’s another ESPN-heavy channel lineup for Tulsa football this season. Golden Hurricane games will appear on ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, ESPN+, and SEC Network+. The only network outside the ESPN family covering the team is CBS Sports Network, which will air one game.
In this guide, we outline everything you need to watch Tulsa Golden Hurricane football. Keep scrolling for the complete TV schedule and the best streaming options.
2026 Tulsa Golden Hurricane TV schedule
Tulsa’s 12-game schedule includes the Gateway Turnpike Classic against Oklahoma State, along with six home games, six road trips, and eight American Conference matchups. National weeknight windows against North Texas and Army add extra exposure before the regular season closes with a flexible road date at UTSA.
The table below has the latest kickoff times and TV assignments for the full schedule. We’ll update it as remaining times and channel assignments become official.
CFB - Tulsa Golden Hurricane Schedule
| Opponent | Date | Time (ET) | Channel |
|---|---|---|---|
Saturday, Sept. 5 | 3:45 p.m. | ||
Saturday, Sept. 12 | 7:00 p.m. | ||
East Texas A&M Lions | Saturday, Sept. 19 | 8:00 p.m. | |
Saturday, Sept. 26 | 8:00 p.m. | ||
North Texas Mean Green | Thursday, Oct. 1 | 9:00 p.m. | |
Saturday, Oct. 10 | 3:30 p.m. | ||
At Rice Owls | Saturday, Oct. 17 | TBD | TBD |
Friday, Oct. 23 | 8:30 p.m. | ||
Saturday, Nov. 7 | TBD | TBD | |
Saturday, Nov. 14 | TBD | TBD | |
Saturday, Nov. 21 | TBD | TBD | |
Saturday, Nov. 28 | TBD | TBD |
Best TV plans for watching Tulsa Golden Hurricane football
Tulsa’s schedule is packed with ESPN coverage, making it easy for fans to follow the Golden Hurricane throughout the season. YouTube TV stands out as a convenient all-in-one provider, especially with ESPN Unlimited access included in plans that offer ESPN. A standalone ESPN Unlimited subscription also works well for fans focused only on ESPN-affiliated games.
Best Overall
YouTube TV combines a robust channel lineup with unlimited DVR, a smooth interface, and sports-friendly features like customizable multiview. Tack on seamless ESPN Unlimited integration, and you have the ultimate all-in-one setup for Golden Hurricane football.
Best Standalone Option
With the majority of Tulsa’s games on the ESPN family of networks, ESPN Unlimited is a great way to tune in without a robust live TV plan. It has the ESPN channels and streaming exclusives you need, plus endless sports content to enjoy when the Golden Hurricane aren’t playing. If you’re a true sports enthusiast, you’ll love this subscription.
How to watch Tulsa Golden Hurricane football FAQ
Can I watch Tulsa football for free?
Free viewing options depend on where each game airs. For short-term access to channels like CBS Sports Network and ESPN2, you can use free trials from DIRECTV, Fubo, and YouTube TV. You can also use a digital antenna to watch any college football game that airs on your local ABC, CBS, FOX, or NBC station.
Where can I stream Tulsa football games without cable?
YouTube TV is the best cord-cutting option this college football season. It offers the full ESPN channel lineup and integrated ESPN Unlimited access, which covers ESPN+ games at no extra cost.
How can I watch Tulsa on SEC Network+?
SEC Network+ streams through the ESPN app. You can access it with an ESPN Unlimited subscription or eligible TV provider credentials tied to a plan that includes SEC Network.
How do I watch Tulsa Golden Hurricane football if I live out of state?
Out-of-state Tulsa fans can generally watch on the same national TV channels and streaming services listed in the schedule table above. College football coverage follows national, conference, and streaming rights — not a local-market package.
Why you should trust us
David Vick, our Contributing Writer, cross-referenced Tulsa’s official football schedule with major TV providers’ channel lineups to build these viewing recommendations, weighing channel availability, pricing, and ease of use. We regularly review this guide as American Conference TV assignments are finalized. Read more about our process in our Editorial Policy.
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