How to watch USC football live without cable 2025

USC football schedule

USC doesn’t have an easy start to the season. In September, they play the LSU Tigers in their season-opener, the defending national champions, the Michigan Wolverines and the Wisconsin Badgers. The Trojans also have unique contests against Penn State and close the regular season with Notre Dame. Here’s a glance at their full schedule: 

Where to watch USC football

You’ll need a streaming service offering ABC, CBS, Fox, the Big Ten Network and ESPN to watch games. ESPN carries all of the playoff games aside from one first-round contest, which is on TNT. 

Due to a carriage dispute, USC games could be blacked out for West Coast customers. You can still watch Big Ten Network and local customers can catch these games with a live TV streaming service. Here’s a look at which streaming companies have the channels you want: 

Watch USC football with DIRECTV STREAM

DIRECTV STREAM has all the channels you need. Trojan fans should consider the Choice package or a higher-tier DIRECTV STREAM plan to get the most coverage. The Choice option includes ESPN, Fox, CBS, ABC, the Big Ten Network, Fox Sports 1 and the NFL Network.

Every plan has unlimited home device streams and DVR. With each option, you can stream thousands of movies, TV shows and kids programming through the on-demand library.

Watch USC football with Hulu + Live

Hulu + Live TV is a wise choice if you want access to live TV and a robust library of on-demand content. The live TV package has ESPN, ESPN2, Fox, ABC, CBS, Fox Sports 1, the CBS Sports Network and the Big Ten Network. The plan also features unlimited DVR.

On top of this, if you opt for the Disney Bundle, you receive Disney Plus, Hulu and ESPN Plus access. With ESPN Plus, you can stream games live and access premium football articles and videos on ESPN.com. It gives you a benefit you won’t find with other streaming services.

Watch USC football with Sling TV 

If you’re a USC fan living in Los Angeles, you might receive Fox, NBC and ABC in your Sling TV plan. Enter your zip code on the Sling homepage to see if they’re available in your area.

Meanwhile, if you don’t receive access to local channels, there is a workaround. You’ll want the Sling TV Orange & Blue plan with the Sports Extra add-on. It includes ESPN, ESPN 2, Fox Sports 1, the NFL Network, the Big Ten Network and the NFL Redzone Channel. The NFL Redzone Channel shows games when one team is in or close to scoring position.

Each plan has 50 hours of DVR. If you don’t have local channels, you can buy a digital antenna to supplement viewing and save money.

Watch USC football with Fubo

Fubo offers the same regional sports channels DIRECTV STREAM does without asking customers to upgrade plans. However, the service does charge a regional sports fee if you live in an area where RSNs are available. Fubo’s Pro package provides ESPN, ABC, CBS, Fox, the Big Ten Network, Fox Sports 1, the Bally Sports Networks, Fox Sports 2, the Golf Channel and the NFL Network, so you’re set for both college and pro sports.

Moreover, you’ll receive unlimited cloud DVR recording with every plan. Fubo doesn’t offer unlimited device streams at home but does offer up to 10 simultaneous streams on your home network and up to 3 streams outside of your home.

Watch USC football with YouTube TV

YouTube TV is one of the better options for USC fans. The base package includes ESPN, ESPN 2, Fox, CBS, NBC, ABC, Fox Sports 1, the CBS Sports Network, the Big Ten Network and the NFL Network. You also receive unlimited DVR.

Using YouTube TV is simple. You can set up future recordings by adding USC to your favorite teams during setup. When viewing games, use the picture-in-picture feature to check on other football games while cheering on the Trojans. The platform also has a key highlights feature, where you can watch highlights before joining the game live.

FAQ

How do I watch the USC Football game?

You will need a streaming service subscription to watch USC games. The best options include Hulu + Live TV, Fubo and YouTube TV. DIRECTV STREAM customers will need to upgrade to the Choice plan for the Big Ten Network. 

Is the USC game on Peacock?

Peacock broadcasts select Big Ten games each week. Currently, there are no USC games on their calendar. However, the provider also hasn’t released their full schedule yet. 

Can I watch football on Peacock for free?

No, you’ll need a premium subscription to watch games. The Peacock Premium plan is $7.99 and includes access to live-streaming sports events and ad-supported on-demand content. The Plus Option is $13.99 and offers commercial-free content (some titles still require ads) and the ability to download for offline viewing.