How to watch Akron
every AKRON game in 2026 · channels, services, packages
Season outlook
2026
The 2026 schedule is set; exact channels come 6–12 days before each kickoff. But the TV deals are signed, so you can buy the right service today.
Where the games will live
12 games grouped by home-team TV rights9games use Mid-American TV rights
Possible channels: ESPN · ESPN2 · ESPNU · ESPN+ · CBSSN · Primarily the ESPN family; some games have aired on CBS Sports Network.
Games: vs UNLV · at Central Michigan · vs Eastern Michigan · at Miami (OH) · at Kent State · vs Ohio · vs Western Michigan · at Massachusetts · vs Buffalo
1game is assigned to ACC Network
Channel: ACC Network · announced
Games: at Wake Forest
1game is assigned to ESPN+
Channel: ESPN+ · announced
Games: vs Robert Morris
1game is assigned to BTN
Channel: BTN · announced
Games: at Minnesota
Compare single services
ranked by season coverage, then monthly priceESPN (Unlimited)
$29.99/mo
At least 2
Could cover 11 of 12
Missing possible channels: BTN · CBSSN
DIRECTV STREAM
$108.99/mo as needed
At least 2
Could cover 11 of 12
needs Choice tier (+$22/mo): ACC Network and BTN and ESPNU aren't in the base package
Missing possible channels: ESPN+
Show 3 more services
Sling Orange + Blue
$80.99/mo as needed
Partial coverage
2 games are already assigned
needs Sports Extra (+$15/mo): ACC Network and BTN and ESPNU aren't in the base package
Missing possible channels: ESPN+ · CBSSN
ESPN Select (was ESPN+)
$12.99/mo
Limited coverage
1 game is already assigned
Missing possible channels: ACC Network · BTN · ESPN · ESPN2 · ESPNU · CBSSN
Fox One
$19.99/mo
Limited coverage
1 game is already assigned
Missing possible channels: ACC Network · ESPN+ · ESPN · ESPN2 · ESPNU · CBSSN
TV options for different priorities
one service, the lowest price, or complete coverageSimplest option
Hulu + Live TV · $82.99/mo
Hulu + Live TV covers every game wherever it airs.
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Start with the services you already have, then compare coverage, monthly price, and simplicity for Akron.
Channel projections come from each conference's announced media-rights deals (verified August 2026); exact assignments are typically announced 6–12 days before kickoff and this page sharpens automatically as they land.
Service lineups, packages, and prices verified as of June 2026; they change, so confirm with the provider before subscribing. Local broadcast availability varies by market.
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