How to Watch Auburn vs. Georgia on DIRECTV: ESPN Channel, Kickoff Time and Streaming
No. 1 Georgia hosts Auburn on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at 3:30 p.m. ET (2:30 p.m. CT) at Sanford Stadium in Athens, and the game is on ESPN, which is channel 206 on DIRECTV. ESPN comes with every DIRECTV Signature package, starting with ENTERTAINMENT, so if you have DIRECTV you very likely already have the game. You can also stream it in the ESPN app or the DIRECTV app.
This is the 131st meeting of the Deep South's Oldest Rivalry. Georgia (6-0, 4-0 SEC) moved to No. 1 in both the AP Top 25 and the Coaches Poll on October 11 after a 20-17 win at Alabama. Auburn (3-2, 1-2 SEC) had a bye on October 10, so the Tigers get an extra week to prepare in their first season under coach Alex Golesh. The SEC set the 3:30 p.m. kickoff in advance and named ESPN as the network after the October 10 games.
Auburn vs. Georgia: date, time and channel
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Date | Saturday, October 17, 2026 |
| Kickoff | 3:30 p.m. ET / 2:30 p.m. CT |
| Stadium | Sanford Stadium, Athens, Ga. (sold out, per Georgia Athletics) |
| TV | ESPN |
| DIRECTV channel | 206 (satellite and streaming) |
| Streaming | ESPN app (ESPN Unlimited via your DIRECTV account) or the DIRECTV app |
| Rankings | Georgia No. 1 AP (66 of 70 first-place votes) and No. 1 Coaches; Auburn unranked (Oct. 11 polls) |
| Records | Georgia 6-0 (4-0 SEC); Auburn 3-2 (1-2 SEC) |
What channel is Auburn vs. Georgia on DIRECTV?
Turn to channel 206. That's ESPN on DIRECTV, and the number is the same on satellite and DIRECTV streaming. Press 2-0-6 on your remote, or say or type "ESPN" in the guide search. Here's which DIRECTV options include ESPN, as of October 12, 2026:
| DIRECTV option | ESPN (206)? | Also includes |
|---|---|---|
| ENTERTAINMENT | Yes | ESPN2 (209) |
| CHOICE | Yes | ESPN2 (209), ESPNU (208), SEC Network (611), ACC Network (612) |
| ULTIMATE and PREMIER | Yes | Everything in CHOICE, plus more entertainment channels |
| MySports Genre Pack | Yes | ESPN2, ESPNU, SEC Network, Big Ten Network, local channels where available; $64.99/mo regular price |
Every one of those options covers this game, because ESPN starts at the lowest Signature tier. If you're thinking ahead to other SEC games, note that SEC Network (611) starts at CHOICE. The MySports Genre Pack is the budget sports option. DIRECTV lists its regular price at $64.99 a month plus tax, and it has been running introductory offers for qualifying new customers, so check the current deal before you sign up. Compare every tier in our DIRECTV package channel comparison, or call 1-855-690-9884 and we'll check what's available at your address.
SEC games on DIRECTV, Saturday, October 17
Auburn-Georgia is one of three SEC games in the 3:30 p.m. window. Here's the full SEC lineup, with networks set after the October 10 games and the DIRECTV channel for each network.
| SEC game (AP rank, Oct. 11) | Kickoff (ET) | Network | DIRECTV channel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida at No. 7 Texas | Noon | ABC | Local ABC station |
| No. 16 Mississippi State at No. 22 LSU | Noon | ESPN | 206 |
| The Citadel at Texas A&M | 1 p.m. | SEC Network+ | Streaming only (ESPN app) |
| No. 6 Alabama at No. 14 Tennessee | 3:30 p.m. | ABC | Local ABC station |
| Auburn at No. 1 Georgia | 3:30 p.m. | ESPN | 206 |
| No. 13 Missouri at No. 9 Ole Miss | 3:30 p.m. | SEC Network | 611 |
| Arkansas at Vanderbilt | 7 p.m. | ESPN2 | 209 |
| No. 15 Kentucky at Oklahoma | 7:30 p.m. | SEC Network | 611 |
If you're flipping between Auburn-Georgia and Alabama-Tennessee at 3:30, you'll go between ESPN on 206 and your local ABC station. Our Alabama vs. Tennessee guide covers that game, and the Week 7 college football TV schedule lists games from every conference.
How to stream Auburn vs. Georgia
- ESPN app: the game streams live in the ESPN app. DIRECTV customers whose package includes ESPN can activate ESPN Unlimited at no extra cost. Sign in at directv.com, open your TV package and select Activate ESPN Unlimited, then sign in to the ESPN app with the ESPN account you set up. Our guide to ESPN Unlimited for DIRECTV customers explains the deal.
- DIRECTV app: watch ESPN live on your phone, tablet or streaming device with your DIRECTV login.
Activate ESPN Unlimited a day or two early so you're not setting up an account at kickoff.
Auburn vs. Georgia storylines
- Georgia is No. 1 in the AP poll for the first time since September 2024. The Bulldogs won in Tuscaloosa for the first time since 2014 to get there.
- Nine straight for Georgia. The Bulldogs have won nine in a row in the series, including 20-10 last season. Auburn's last win over Georgia came in 2017, and its last win in Athens was in 2005.
- Series history: Georgia leads 66-56-8. The teams play every year under the SEC's nine-game schedule through at least 2029.
- Auburn's quarterback: Byrum Brown is the Tigers' leading passer and leading rusher, so Georgia's defense has a dual threat to account for.
- What's next: Georgia has a bye week after Auburn.
Need ESPN before kickoff? Call American TV at 1-855-690-9884 to check your DIRECTV package.
Frequently asked questions
What channel is Auburn vs. Georgia on DIRECTV?
ESPN, channel 206. It's included with every DIRECTV Signature package, starting with ENTERTAINMENT, and with the MySports Genre Pack.
What time does Auburn vs. Georgia start?
Kickoff is 3:30 p.m. ET (2:30 p.m. CT) on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at Sanford Stadium in Athens, Georgia.
Can I stream Auburn vs. Georgia?
Yes. It streams in the ESPN app. DIRECTV customers whose package includes ESPN can activate ESPN Unlimited at no extra cost, and the DIRECTV app also streams ESPN live with your DIRECTV login.
Do I need SEC Network for Auburn vs. Georgia?
No. This game is on ESPN, not SEC Network. ESPN is channel 206 and comes with ENTERTAINMENT and higher. SEC Network (611) starts at CHOICE.
Who leads the Auburn-Georgia series?
Georgia leads 66-56-8 and has won nine straight meetings, including 20-10 last season.
More Saturday games: Alabama vs. Tennessee and Ohio State vs. Indiana. Questions about your DIRECTV package? Call 1-855-690-9884.
Details reviewed October 12, 2026. Kickoff times and networks are set by the SEC and its TV partners and may change. Rankings are from the October 11 AP and Coaches polls; records reflect games through October 10. Channel lineups, package contents, offers and prices vary by address and may change. Auburn, Georgia, SEC, ESPN, DIRECTV and related marks belong to their respective owners. American TV is an independent dealer and resource site.