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Wyoming’s 2026 season follows consecutive losing records in Jay Sawvel’s first two years as head coach, including a 4-8 finish in 2025. His biggest offseason response came on offense, where the Cowboys hired former Buffalo Bills assistant Christian Taylor and reunited him with William & Mary transfer quarterback Tyler Hughes, who threw for 2,330 yards and rushed for another 670 in 2025.
Following the Cowboys all season means jumping between several national TV and streaming outlets. Games are spread across USA Network, The CW, CBS Sports Network, FOX Sports channels, ESPN+, and MW+, with no single service covering the entire schedule.
This guide breaks down how to watch Wyoming football all season long. We cover the full TV schedule and best live TV and streaming options for catching every game.
2026 Wyoming Cowboys TV schedule
Wyoming’s regular-season slate blends familiar rivalries with the Mountain West’s new-look membership. The Border War at Colorado State now sits outside conference play, while the Cowboys’ eight-game MW schedule features an even split of home and road matchups. UConn visits Laramie for the regular-season finale.
The table below has the latest kickoff times and TV assignments for the full Cowboys schedule. We’ll update it as any remaining times and channel assignments become official.
CFB - Wyoming Cowboys Schedule
| Opponent | Date | Time (ET) | Channel |
|---|---|---|---|
Saturday, Sept. 5 | 6:00 p.m. | ||
Northern Colorado Bears | Saturday, Sept. 12 | 4:00 p.m. | |
Saturday, Sept. 19 | 1:00 p.m. | ||
Saturday, Sept. 26 | 3:00 p.m. | ||
At North Dakota State Bison | Saturday, Oct. 3 | 3:30 p.m. | |
At San José State Spartans | Friday, Oct. 9 | 9:00 p.m. | |
Northern Illinois Huskies | Saturday, Oct. 17 | 3:30 p.m. | |
Friday, Oct. 23 | 9:00 p.m. | ||
At UNLV Rebels | Saturday, Nov. 7 | 10:30 p.m. | |
At UTEP Miners | Saturday, Nov. 14 | TBD | TBD |
Saturday, Nov. 21 | 9:00 p.m. | ||
UConn Huskies | Saturday, Nov. 28 | TBD | TBD |
Best TV plans for watching Wyoming Cowboys football
Watching Wyoming football requires a more mixed viewing setup than following teams in conferences whose games live mostly within one network family. Mountain West rights are spread across CBS Sports, FOX Sports, The CW, conference-owned streaming, and other outlets. So unlike some college football fans, Cowboys faithful can’t simply rely on ESPN platforms to carry them through the entire season.
We’ve spent years researching college football TV rights, provider lineups, and streaming access across conferences. Based on that experience, the recommendations below make up what we think is the most effective viewing setup for Cowboys fans, balancing broad national coverage with the Wyoming-specific gaps you’ll need to fill.
Best Overall
The YouTube TV Sports Plan covers Wyoming’s key linear channels, including USA Network, CBS Sports Network, FS1, FS2, and local broadcast networks. It also includes ESPN Unlimited, which covers any ESPN+ assignments, leaving MW+ as the main separate streaming need.
How to watch Wyoming Cowboys football FAQ
Where can I watch Wyoming football for free?
Several Wyoming games air on The CW, making an over-the-air antenna a useful free option if you can receive your local CW affiliate. Eligible viewers can also use free trials from services such as YouTube TV, Fubo, and DIRECTV, though trial availability and lengths can vary.
Where can I stream Wyoming football without cable?
YouTube TV's Sports Plan is our preferred cable-free option for Wyoming fans because it covers the Cowboys' major linear channels and includes ESPN Unlimited access. Add MW+ for its exclusive Wyoming matchup, and you'll have access to every currently assigned regular-season game.
Can I watch Wyoming Cowboys football on Paramount+?
Paramount+ Premium streams college football games that air on CBS, but Wyoming's schedule features CBS Sports Network instead. Unfortunately, Paramount+ doesn't replace a live TV provider for those CBS Sports Network matchups.
Can I watch Wyoming football with ESPN Unlimited?
Only part of the schedule. ESPN Unlimited includes ESPN+ and CW Sports, giving subscribers access to several Wyoming assignments. It doesn't replace USA Sports, CBS Sports, or FOX Sports coverage, so you'll still need a broader live TV option for the full season.
Why you should trust us
Our CableTV.com Sports Editor, Taylor Kujawa, reviewed Wyoming’s official schedule against major live TV providers’ channel lineups and current streaming availability to build these viewing recommendations, weighing coverage gaps, pricing, and ease of use. We regularly review this guide for schedule and distribution changes. Read more about our process in our Editorial Policy.
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