The college football world is gearing up for a historic, high-stakes interstate rivalry showdown as the undefeated No. 3 Notre Dame Fighting Irish prepare to hit the road for a marquee clash against the Purdue Boilermakers. With national ranking implications, fierce pride, and early-season momentum hanging in the balance, fans across the country are scrambling to make sure they don’t miss a single snap of this thrilling matchup.
Whether you are traveling down to West Lafayette or cheering from the comfort of your living room, here is the complete, official guide on how to watch, stream, and stay connected to all the action.
Game Information & Schedule
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Matchup: Notre Dame Fighting Irish vs. Purdue Boilermakers
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Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026
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Kickoff Time: 2:00 PM ET / 1:00 PM CT
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Location: Ross-Ade Stadium — West Lafayette, Indiana
TV Channel and National Broadcast Info
National television and digital streaming coverage will be handled exclusively by NBC and Peacock, bringing live, high-definition broadcast access to viewers nationwide. Pregame analysis, expert breakdowns, and live updates will lead right into kickoff, so make sure to tune in early to catch all the pre-game atmosphere.
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Primary Broadcast Platform: Peacock / NBC
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Broadcast Crew: Check local listings or the network gameday hub for play-by-play announcers, color analysts, and sideline reporters.
Live Streaming Options
If you are cutting the cord or watching on the go, several digital streaming platforms provide full access to the broadcast:
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Digital Apps: Log in using your subscription credentials to stream the game live via the Peacock app or digital platforms on your smartphone, tablet, smart TV, or streaming stick (Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV).
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Live TV Streaming Services: Platforms that carry NBC—including YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, FuboTV, and DirecTV Stream—will broadcast the linear television portions or offer integrated streaming access as part of their standard channel lineups.
Radio and Audio Coverage
For fans on the road or looking for the classic local broadcast flavor, radio coverage will blanket the airwaves:
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Notre Dame Fighting Irish Radio Network: Tune into flagship stations or stream live via the official athletics app for the Irish perspective.
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Purdue Boilermakers Radio Network: Catch the local West Lafayette call across regional affiliate stations.
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Satellite Radio: National audio coverage will be available on SiriusXM college football channels, featuring both home and away team broadcasts.
As the countdown ticks toward Saturday afternoon, excitement across both fan bases has reached a fever pitch. Grab your gold and blue or your old gold and black, set your reminders, and get ready for an action-packed classic rivalry showdown!
