Okay, so a bunch of you guys have been asking me how I catch the Michigan football games, so I figured I’d just lay it all out there. It’s not rocket science, but it did take me a bit of trial and error to get my setup just right.
First off, I tried the usual suspects – you know, the apps for ESPN, CBS, and FOX. Got those downloaded on my phone and my smart TV. Pretty straightforward, right? Just open the app, find the game, and boom, you’re watching. But I did run into a snag. Sometimes the streams were a little laggy, especially during big games when everyone and their grandma was trying to watch. It got annoying, you know? Buffering right in the middle of a crucial play? No thanks.
So, I started looking into these live-streaming TV services. Heard a lot about Fubo, so I gave their free trial a shot. It was pretty decent, I gotta say. Had all the channels I needed, not just for the Michigan games, but for other stuff too. The streaming quality was solid, no more buffering nonsense. But, of course, after the trial, you gotta pay. And it wasn’t exactly cheap. I mean, I love my Wolverines, but I wasn’t sure I loved them that much, you know?
Then I started digging into which channels actually broadcast the games. Turns out, it’s not just the big three. You got BTN, SEC Network, ABC, and a few others popping up here and there. This was useful info. It meant I had options. Like, if one channel was being a pain, I could try another.
I also learned that you could watch Michigan football without cable, which was great. I don’t have cable, so this discovery saved me. I used several streaming services like Fubo, as mentioned earlier, and the quality was awesome.
My Current Setup
Right now, here’s what I’m doing. I’m mainly sticking with Fubo because of its large sports network coverage, but you can also use other streaming platforms. If the game’s on CBS, like the Oregon vs. Michigan game was supposed to be, that’s my go-to. I also keep an eye on the game’s location and the TV channel. For instance, when they play at the Crisler Center, I make sure to check if it’s on BTN.
- Check the schedule: First thing I do is find out when and where the game’s being played.
- Figure out the channel: Is it CBS, ESPN, FOX, BTN? This is key.
- Use a streaming service: You can go with Fubo or any other service of your choice.
- Backup plan: If one stream is acting up, I switch to a different channel or app.
Honestly, it’s not that complicated once you get the hang of it. It’s all about figuring out what works best for you and your budget. I know some folks who just use the free trials and hop from one service to another, but that’s too much work for me. I’d rather just pay a little and have a reliable way to watch my team. Go Blue!
