How to Listen to College Football Games - Complete Radio Guide
Your guide to team flagships, Learfield networks, satellite audio, and live streaming options for NCAA College Football.
College football on the radio is an iconic American tradition. From Saturday morning pre-game shows to legendary stadium broadcast booths, tuning into the official play-by-play caller brings the game to life.
College Radio Networks: Learfield & Playfly
Unlike pro leagues, college sports radio distribution is managed primarily through syndicated networks like **Learfield Sports** and **Playfly Sports**. They syndicate home-team play-by-play calls across dozens of statewide radio affiliates in each university's footprint.
Satellite & Digital: SiriusXM College Channels
Major College Football Radio Flagships
Below are flagship radio stations for top FBS college football programs. If you live in or near the home market, tune in via standard AM/FM radio for free play-by-play coverage.
| Program | Flagship Station | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio State Buckeyes | 97.1 The Fan (WBNS-FM) | Columbus, OH |
| Alabama Crimson Tide | 95.3 The Bear (WFFN / Crimson Tide Network) | Tuscaloosa, AL |
| Georgia Bulldogs | 750 WSB / 95.5 WSB | Atlanta, GA |
| Texas Longhorns | 98.1 KVET FM (Longhorns Sports Network) | Austin, TX |
| Notre Dame Fighting Irish | 96.1 WSBT / 960 AM | South Bend, IN |
| Michigan Wolverines | 97.1 The Ticket (WXYT-FM) | Detroit, MI |
| Penn State Nittany Lions | 99.5 WBUS (Penn State Sports Network) | State College, PA |
| LSU Tigers | 98.1 WDGL (LSU Sports Radio Network) | Baton Rouge, LA |
| USC Trojans | 710 ESPN LA (KSPN) | Los Angeles, CA |
| Oregon Ducks | 590 KUGN / 95.3 KUJZ | Eugene, OR |
| Florida Gators | 103.7 The Game (WRUF) | Gainesville, FL |
| Tennessee Volunteers | 99.1 WNML (Vol Network) | Knoxville, TN |
| Clemson Tigers | 105.5 The Roar (WCCP) | Clemson, SC |
| Florida State Seminoles | 103.1 The Wave (WNLS) | Tallahassee, FL |
| Oklahoma Sooners | 107.7 The Franchise (KRXO) | Oklahoma City, OK |
Looking for the TV Broadcast?
Want to watch Saturday games live on TV? Check out our complete TV channel and streaming guide for College Football.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I stream college football radio online for free?
Yes, the free **Varsity Network App** by Learfield streams live official audio for over 100 college programs. Local station websites (like 97.1 The Fan) also offer free digital web streams.
What channel is Big Ten / SEC football radio on SiriusXM?
SiriusXM carries **SEC Radio on Channel 374** and **Big Ten Radio on Channel 372**. Individual game feeds air across Channels 190-390.