The Michigan Wolverines and coach Jim Harbaugh have racked up a lot of plaudits in recent seasons: a 37-3 record over the past three seasons, three wins against Ohio State, back-to-back-to-back Big Ten championships, and consecutive appearances in the College Football Playoff.
But tonight, they’ll try to get the last award on their list: a national championship. Here’s what you’ll need to know if you want to watch Michigan football games and the national championship game.
Michigan Wolverines football schedule 2023
Michigan eked out a hard-fought victory over Alabama, and now, they’re one game away from their first national championship since 1997. Check out our college football national championship preview for a full breakdown of Michigan vs. Washington.
| Game | Date | Time (ET) | Channel |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Carolina | Saturday, Sept. 2 | 12:00 p.m. | Peacock |
| UNLV | Saturday, Sept. 9 | 3:30 p.m. | CBS |
| Bowling Green | Saturday, Sept. 16 | 7:30 p.m. | BTN |
| Rutgers | Saturday, Sept. 23 | 12:00 p.m. | BTN |
| at Nebraska | Saturday, Sept. 30 | 3:30 p.m. | FOX |
| at Minnesota | Saturday, Oct. 7 | 7:30 p.m. | NBC |
| Indiana | Saturday, Oct. 14 | 12:00 p.m. | FOX |
| at Michigan State | Saturday, Oct. 21 | 7:30 p.m. | NBC |
| Purdue | Saturday, Nov. 4 | 7:30 p.m. | NBC |
| at Penn State | Saturday, Nov. 11 | 12:00 p.m. | FOX |
| at Maryland | Saturday, Nov. 18 | 12:00 p.m. | FOX |
| Ohio State | Saturday, Nov. 25 | 12:00 p.m. | FOX |
| Iowa (Big Ten Championship Game) | Saturday, Dec. 2 | 8:00 p.m. | FOX |
| Alabama (Rose Bowl/College Football Playoff semifinal) | Monday, Jan. 1 | 5:00 p.m. | ESPN |
| Washington (College Football Playoff National Championship) | Monday, Jan. 8 | 7:30 p.m. | ESPN |
Data effective as of post date.
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Prefer to stream Michigan football games? Many live TV streaming services offer free trials if you’re on the road and need a quick way to catch this weekend’s Michigan football game. Visit our guide to streaming service free trials to learn more.
Are you interested in watching the Michigan game without cable? You can’t get ESPN without cable, but if you’re trying to get ready for next season, we’d recommend getting the Mohu Leaf Supreme Pro, which is an over-the-air (OTA) antenna that hooks up to your TV. Check out our OTA antenna guide for more of our top picks.
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Watch Michigan football FAQ
What channel is the Michigan game on?
Michigan vs. Washington will air on ESPN. You can watch ESPN with a cable or streaming TV plan through providers like Xfinity and Fubo.
What time does Michigan play today?
Michigan will play Washington at 7:30 p.m. EST on Monday, Jan. 8 in Houston for the college football national championship.
Where can I watch Michigan for free?
You can watch Michigan football games for free with an OTA antenna or trial from a streaming service like Fubo.
Where can I stream the Michigan football game if I don't have cable?
You can stream Michigan vs. Washington on the ESPN app. You can also watch Michigan football games with a live-streaming TV service like Fubo.
What is the best streaming app for Michigan Wolverines football?
You can stream Michigan football on network apps like ESPN’s app if you have a cable TV subscription. You can also watch Michigan football live with live TV streaming apps like Hulu + Live TV, Fubo, and YouTube TV with a streaming subscription.
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