The Wisconsin Badgers are the college football team I follow the most regularly. I’ve been to games, toured Camp Randall, and participated in the “Jump Around” tradition. But even with that first-hand experience, I’m still never quite sure what kind of performance we’ll see any given Saturday.
In recent seasons, we’ve watched the Badgers struggle to find their footing, culminating in last year’s tough 5–7 record. That finish broke a historic 22-year bowl streak, leaving a sour taste for the Madison faithful. Now, all eyes are on third-year head coach Luke Fickell and the current squad to see if they can restore the program’s reputation as a Big Ten powerhouse.
Thanks to the Big Ten’s massive TV deal, most Badgers games are broadcast nationally on CBS Sports, FOX Sports, and NBC Sports channels—including Big Ten Network and Peacock. To help you follow every moment of this pivotal season, I’ve sorted through the noise and put together this complete viewing guide.
Keep reading for the Badgers’ 2025 TV schedule and my breakdown of the best streaming options.
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2025 Wisconsin football TV schedule
If you’re a Badger fan like me, then you’ve been eyeing up this schedule since spring. It’s equal parts challenging and exciting. We get two tune-ups at Camp Randall to open the season, but then it’s straight into the fire with a road trip to Alabama in Week 3. Survive that, and the reward is an absolutely monstrous home slate featuring Maryland, Iowa, Ohio State, and Washington.
That mid-October stretch with back-to-back home games against the Hawkeyes and Buckeyes is the kind of run that will define this team. The back half of the season offers no relief, with brutal road trips to Oregon, Indiana, and a season-ending battle for the Axe in Minnesota.
Below is the full schedule with the most current TV broadcast information. I’ll be updating it weekly, so be sure to bookmark this page for quick access.
| Opponent | Day | Time (ET)/Result | Channel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami (OH) RedHawks | Thursday, Aug. 28 | W 17–0 | Big Ten Network |
| Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders | Saturday, Sept. 6 | W 42–10 | FS1 |
| At Alabama Crimson Tide (#19) | Saturday, Sept. 13 | L 14–38 | ABC |
| Maryland Terrapins | Saturday, Sept. 20 | L 10–27 | NBC, Peacock |
| At Michigan Wolverines (#19) | Saturday, Oct. 4 | TBD | TBA |
| Iowa Hawkeyes | Saturday, Oct. 11 | TBD | TBA |
| Ohio State Buckeyes (#1) | Saturday, Oct. 18 | TBD | TBA |
| At Oregon Ducks (#6) | Saturday, Oct. 25 | TBD | TBA |
| Washington Huskies | Saturday, Nov. 8 | TBD | TBA |
| At Indiana Hoosiers (#11) | Saturday, Nov. 15 | TBD | TBA |
| Illinois Fighting Illini (#23) | Saturday, Nov. 22 | TBD | TBA |
| At Minnesota Golden Gophers | Saturday, Nov. 29 | TBD | TBA |
Data effective as of post date.
Best TV plans for watching Wisconsin Badgers football
Data effective as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change.
If you’re aiming to catch every Badgers football game, my advice is to start with a live TV service as your foundation. Hulu + Live TV is my top pick because it has the best channel lineup for a college football fanatic, including all the essentials like CBS, FOX, and Big Ten Network. It also features ESPN+ and unlimited DVR storage at no extra cost.
To complete your Big Ten football coverage, however, you’ll need a Peacock subscription. Trust me, you don’t want to be scrambling on game day when you realize a key matchup is locked behind a streaming paywall. While the Badgers currently have no Peacock exclusives, you’ll want to check the TV schedule above for weekly broadcast updates.
Finally, for the superfan whose Badger pride extends beyond the gridiron, a B1G+ subscription is the final piece of the puzzle. It’s the conference’s standalone streaming service that carries campus programming and non-televised action for sports like Wisconsin volleyball, soccer, and wrestling.
How to watch Wisconsin Badgers football FAQ
Where can I watch Badgers football for free?
You can stream Wisconsin Badgers games with a DIRECTV free trial, but be aware of local blackouts and games exclusive to other platforms. You can also watch any games airing on your local ABC, CBS, FOX, or NBC station for free with a digital antenna.
Where can I stream Wisconsin football games if I don’t have cable?
My favorite way to watch the Wisconsin Badgers without cable is through Hulu + Live TV. The streaming service has every core college football channel, including ESPN+. But you’ll also need a separate Peacock subscription for its exclusive Big Ten games.
How do I watch Wisconsin football if I live out of state?
For out-of-state fans, most Wisconsin Badgers football games air nationally, so a good live TV streaming service will have you covered. Of course, some college football matchups have unique broadcast rights. That’s why it’s always best to check the TV schedule above for specific channel information.
Why you should trust us
Our CableTV.com Sports Editor, Taylor Kujawa, is a lifelong Badgers fan. To create this guide, he combined that fan passion with hours of in-depth research, meticulously analyzing the 2025 schedule to uncover the absolute best ways to watch Wisconsin football. Taylor made his final recommendations with one goal in mind: helping every fan, from Madison to Ashland and beyond, find the easiest and most affordable way to catch every game on TV.
This guide is updated regularly throughout the season to ensure our information is accurate. To learn more about our methods, check out our How We Rank page.
