NBC reveals partial Notre Dame schedule; Peacock exclusive TBA
Awful Announcing • • sports
Key Points:
- NBC Sports announced the broadcast schedule for seven Notre Dame home games in 2026, notably excluding a Peacock-exclusive game from the initial list.
- NBC confirmed that one Notre Dame football game will still be exclusive to Peacock each year, including the upcoming season, with details to be announced later.
- The likely Peacock-exclusive game is Notre Dame’s Sept. 26 matchup at Purdue, coinciding with the Big Ten’s schedule release, given NBC’s partnership with the Big Ten for broadcasts.
- Peacock exclusives have been a point of frustration for some Notre Dame fans, but the streaming service has expanded its live sports offerings, including NBA, NFL, and Olympic events.
- While Peacock is increasingly essential for sports fans, the annual Notre Dame Peacock exclusive remains a logistical challenge for some viewers who prefer traditional cable options.
