Wisconsin vs. USC: TV Channel, Start Time, Live Stream and Odds for College Football Game

Wisconsin Hosts Southern Cal in Prime Time at Camp Randall Stadium

When Camp Randall Stadium welcomes Southern Cal for a prime-time showdown on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, the Wisconsin Badgers football team will aim to bounce back from its initial Big Ten Conference defeat of the season. Unfortunately for supporters tuning in, this contest will conflict with Game 2 of the World Series featuring the Tampa Bay Rays and Milwaukee Brewers.

Wisconsin enters the matchup with a 4-2 overall record and a 2-1 mark in conference play following a 17-7 loss to UCLA on Oct. 17. The offense will need its playmakers to show up after they were largely absent last week, particularly in the passing game under quarterback Colton Joseph. The Badgers rank last in the Big Ten and 128th nationally in pass completion percentage at 54.7%.

Defensive Challenges Against the Trojans

Up against a formidable USC aerial attack spearheaded by quarterback Jayden Maiava—who earned third-team all-conference honors last year—the Wisconsin defense faces a major challenge. Maiava enters the game with a 67.9% completion percentage and 2,045 passing yards, throwing 18 touchdowns and three interceptions. His pass-efficiency rating of 168.38 ranks 15th in the country, while his 292.1 passing yards per game rank seventh nationally.

Badgers beat reporter John Steppe noted that UCLA’s Ty Dieffenbach caused issues for the Wisconsin secondary last week, creating an even tougher challenge against Maiava. The Trojans are hardly infallible after close calls earlier this season against Penn State and Rutgers.

NBC Broadcasts Wisconsin Versus USC on Oct. 24

The game is scheduled to start at 6:30 p.m. CT on Saturday, Oct. 24, from Camp Randall Stadium in Madison. NBC will broadcast the matchup nationally for Week 8 of the 2026 college football season, with Noah Eagle on play-by-play, Todd Blackledge as analyst, and Kathryn Tappen reporting from the sideline.

Fans can stream the contest through the Peacock app or via Fubo, which offers a free trial for new subscribers. On the radio, Matt Lepay, Mark Tauscher, and Patrick Herb will handle the call for Wisconsin listeners on SiriusXM Channel 85, while the USC broadcast will be available on Channel 231.

Odds Favor USC to Beat Wisconsin

BetMGM lists USC as a 3-point favorite, with an over/under set at 50.5 points. The moneyline favors the Trojans at -145, while Wisconsin sits at +125.

Mark Stewart predicts a cleaner performance for the Badgers regarding penalties and sharper play from Colton Joseph, but expects USC’s passing attack and efficiency to secure a 27-21 road victory. John Steppe similarly forecasts a 31-21 win for USC, citing the difficult matchup against Maiava and the need for improved offensive production from Wisconsin.

Frequently Asked Questions About the Matchup

What channel is broadcasting the Wisconsin versus USC game?

NBC will broadcast the game nationally, with Noah Eagle calling play-by-play and Todd Blackledge providing analysis from Camp Randall Stadium.

How can fans stream the game online?

Streaming options include the Peacock app and Fubo, which provides a free trial for new users.

What are the radio channels for the broadcast?

The Wisconsin radio call is available on SiriusXM Channel 85, and the USC broadcast is on Channel 231.

The Badgers will continue their conference schedule next week with an away game against Iowa on Oct. 31 at 11 a.m. CT.

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