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For lifelong Western Kentucky fans, it's important to never miss a game. So let's ensure that doesn't happen. Read the article below for info on how to watch or live stream the Hilltoppers' next game.

How to watch James Madison vs. Western Kentucky
- When: 5:30 p.m. ET, Dec. 18
- Where: FAU Stadium
- TV: ESPN
- Streaming: Fubo
- Streaming: Hulu + Live TV
- Streaming: YouTube TV
- Streaming: DIRECTV STREAM
How to stream the game
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Western Kentucky Hilltoppers key players
- Caden Veltkamp has 2,806 passing yards (215.8 ypg) to lead Western Kentucky, completing 66.6% of his passes and throwing 23 touchdown passes and 10 interceptions this season. He's also chipped in on the ground with 162 rushing yards (12.5 ypg) on 109 carries with seven rushing touchdowns.
- Elijah Young has carried the ball 190 times for a team-high 846 yards (65.1 per game), with three touchdowns this year. He's also tacked on 43 catches for 363 yards (27.9 per game) and two touchdowns.
- Kisean Johnson's team-high 855 receiving yards (65.8 yards per game) have come on 66 receptions with seven touchdowns.
- As part of the Hilltoppers' defensive unit, Devonte' Mathews has compiled 73 tackles and two interceptions in 13 games.
Conference USA standings
Team | Record |
---|---|
Jacksonville State Gamecocks | 9-4 |
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers | 8-5 |
Sam Houston Bearkats | 9-3 |
Liberty Flames | 8-3 |
Louisiana Tech Bulldogs | 5-7 |
UTEP Miners | 3-9 |
Florida International Panthers | 4-8 |
New Mexico State Aggies | 3-9 |
Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders | 3-9 |
Kennesaw State Owls | 2-10 |
How to watch the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers on cable or satellite TV
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Our favorite streaming providers for Western Kentucky Hilltoppers games

For die-hard fans, ensuring you never miss a game is a top priority. Hulu + Live TV is our favorite choice for watching the most college football action because of its comprehensive channel lineup. It also includes worthy perks like ESPN+ at no extra charge and unlimited DVR storage.
Editor’s choice: Hulu + Live TV ($81.99–$95.99/mo.)
Local and national games: Hulu + Live TV
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How to watch the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers for free
Any game on a local broadcast channel is free to watch using an over-the-air antenna. But when games are on regional sports networks or premium channels like ESPN and TNT, you’ll need a DIRECTV STREAM free trial to tune in without paying. Fubo offers a similar free trial, which is perfect for streaming games on local and national channels.
Free local channels: Antenna
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7-day free trial: Fubo
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5-day free trial: DIRECTV STREAM
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