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Vanderbilt is coming off the best season in program history, a 10-win campaign that included the program’s first AP top-10 ranking since 1947. That success was fueled by Diego Pavia, who has since graduated. So what comes next? The answer is actually more about who comes next. Jared Curtis, the highest-rated commit in program history, has already stepped into a major role as Vanderbilt looks to build on its historic 2025 season.
The Commodores’ regular-season TV schedule stays entirely within ESPN’s ecosystem. Early games appear on ESPN+, SEC Network+, and SEC Network, while remaining conference games can air on ABC and ESPN as the SEC finalizes its weekly assignments.
Ready to watch Vanderbilt football? Then you’ve come to the right place. This guide has the complete schedule and the best ways to watch all season long.
2026 Vanderbilt football TV schedule
The SEC’s move to a nine-game conference schedule gives Vanderbilt an especially demanding league slate this season. Conference play fills the rest of the calendar, mixing marquee home games, difficult road trips, and rivalry matchups before Tennessee visits Nashville for the regular-season finale.
The table below has the latest dates, kickoff times, and TV assignments for every Commodores game. We’ll update it as the remaining network details are confirmed.
CFB - Vanderbilt Commodores Schedule
| Opponent | Date | Time (ET) | Channel |
|---|---|---|---|
Austin Peay Governors | Saturday, Sept. 5 | 7:00 p.m. | |
Saturday, Sept. 12 | 4:15 p.m. | ||
Saturday, Sept. 19 | 12:45 p.m. | ||
Saturday, Sept. 26 | 4:15 p.m. | ||
Saturday, Oct. 3 | 12:45 p.m. | ||
Saturday, Oct. 10 | 3:30 p.m. | ||
Saturday, Oct. 17 | TBD | TBD | |
Saturday, Oct. 24 | TBD | TBD | |
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 Vanderbilt football
It’s a dream setup for cord-cutters who call themselves Vanderbilt fans. ESPN Unlimited includes the ESPN networks, SEC Network, ESPN+, and SEC Network+, giving you everything you need for the Commodores’ regular-season schedule in one subscription. At CableTV.com, we call that winning!
Best Overall
In today’s day and age, it’s almost unheard of for fans to get their favorite team’s entire regular-season schedule through one subscription. ESPN Unlimited does exactly that for Vanderbilt, covering ESPN’s linear networks, SEC Network, ESPN+, and SEC Network+.
Best Live TV Service
If you want Vanderbilt coverage as part of a broader college football package, the YouTube TV Sports Plan is a strong fit. Plans that include ESPN also include ESPN Unlimited access directly in YouTube TV, giving you the Commodores’ ESPN-family coverage alongside plenty of other college football.
How to watch Vanderbilt football FAQ
Where can I watch the Vanderbilt Commodores for free?
Eligible free trials from DIRECTV, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, and YouTube TV can provide temporary access to some Vanderbilt games. Trial availability and eligibility can change.
Where can I stream Vanderbilt Commodores games if I don't have cable?
ESPN Unlimited is the simplest standalone way to watch Vanderbilt's regular-season schedule. For a broader live TV setup, YouTube TV's Sports Plan includes ESPN and integrated ESPN Unlimited access.
How do I get Vanderbilt on SEC Network+?
You can watch Vanderbilt games on SEC Network+ through the ESPN app with an ESPN Unlimited subscription or eligible TV provider credentials tied to a plan that includes SEC Network. SEC Network+ is digital-only, so it doesn't have a traditional channel number.
How do I watch Vanderbilt Commodores football if I live out of state?
Out-of-state Commodores fans can generally watch through the same national channels and streaming services listed above. SEC broadcast rights are based on national, conference, and streaming agreements rather than a local-market package.
Why you should trust us
David Vick, our Contributing Writer, cross-referenced Vanderbilt’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 the schedule as SEC TV assignments are finalized. Read more about our process in our Editorial Policy.
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