How to Watch Louisville vs. Syracuse on DIRECTV: ACC Network Channel 612, Kickoff and Streaming
Louisville visits Syracuse on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. ET at the JMA Wireless Dome in Syracuse, New York. The ACC night game airs nationally on ACC Network, which is DIRECTV channel 612.
Louisville is 3-3 (2-2 ACC) after a 44-20 win over Florida State. Syracuse is 2-3 (0-3 ACC) and has lost 10 straight ACC games. Here’s how to watch Louisville vs. Syracuse on DIRECTV, as of October 16, 2026.
Louisville vs. Syracuse: date, time and channel
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Date | Saturday, October 17, 2026 |
| Kickoff | 7:30 p.m. ET / 6:30 p.m. CT / 4:30 p.m. PT |
| Stadium | JMA Wireless Dome, Syracuse, New York |
| Matchup | Louisville Cardinals at Syracuse Orange (ACC) |
| TV | ACC Network (national) |
| DIRECTV channel | 612 (same on satellite and streaming) |
| Streaming | ESPN app (ESPN Unlimited via DIRECTV when eligible); DIRECTV app |
| Broadcast team | Jorge Sedano (play-by-play), Rodney McLeod Jr. (analyst), Annabelle Hasselbeck (sideline) |
| Radio (Louisville) | Louisville Radio Network; 93.9 The Ville and 970 WGTK in Louisville |
| Records | Louisville 3-3 (2-2 ACC); Syracuse 2-3 (0-3 ACC) |
What channel is Louisville vs. Syracuse on DIRECTV?
Tune to ACC Network on DIRECTV channel 612. Press Guide and search “Louisville” or “Syracuse,” or go straight to 612 before the 7:30 p.m. ET kickoff. Our guide to what channel ACC Network is on DIRECTV has more detail.
| Network | DIRECTV channel | Starting package |
|---|---|---|
| ACC Network | 612 | CHOICE and up on many lineups; confirm at your address |
| ESPN (Florida State at Miami, 7 p.m.) | 206 | ENTERTAINMENT and up |
The game overlaps with Florida State at Miami on ESPN, so plan a recording if you want both. Compare tiers in our DIRECTV package channel comparison, or call 1-855-690-9884 and we’ll confirm ACC Network at your address.
How to stream Louisville vs. Syracuse
- ESPN app: ACC Network games stream in the ESPN app. DIRECTV customers whose package includes the ESPN family of networks can often activate ESPN Unlimited at no extra cost, then sign in to the ESPN app with their ESPN account. Our guide to ESPN Unlimited for DIRECTV customers walks through setup.
- DIRECTV app: watch ACC Network live on a phone, tablet or streaming device with your DIRECTV login where the channel is available to stream.
Set up ESPN Unlimited before Saturday night so you aren’t creating an account at kickoff.
Louisville vs. Syracuse game preview
Louisville comes in with momentum. Running back Isaac Brown ran for a career-high 235 yards and two touchdowns in last week’s 44-20 win over Florida State and was named ACC Running Back of the Week. Quarterback Lincoln Kienholz has thrown for 1,534 yards with nine touchdowns and one interception for coach Jeff Brohm’s team.
Syracuse lost 28-25 at Virginia last Saturday after leading 17-7 at halftime, its 10th straight ACC loss. The Orange went 1-2 on a three-game road trip that included a 42-41 overtime win at UConn. Umari Hatcher leads Syracuse with 560 receiving yards and six touchdowns, and the quarterback spot is unsettled, with Steve Angeli listed as questionable on Wednesday’s ACC availability report.
Saturday is the first meeting since 2022, when Syracuse won 31-7 at home. Louisville leads the all-time series 13-8 but hasn’t won in Syracuse since 2016. ESPN’s matchup predictor gives the Cardinals about a 76% chance to win.
Syracuse plays at North Carolina next, on Saturday, October 24, at 7:30 p.m. ET on ACC Network. See how to watch Syracuse vs. North Carolina on DIRECTV.
Other ACC games on DIRECTV Saturday, October 17
| Game | Kickoff (ET) | Network | DIRECTV channel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pitt at Boston College | Noon | ESPN2 | 209 |
| Virginia at SMU | Noon | The CW | Local CW station |
| North Carolina at Duke | 3:30 p.m. | ESPN2 | 209 |
| Georgia Tech at Virginia Tech | 3:30 p.m. | ACC Network | 612 |
| Florida State at Miami | 7 p.m. | ESPN | 206 |
| Louisville at Syracuse | 7:30 p.m. | ACC Network | 612 |
| Wake Forest at California | 10:30 p.m. | ESPN or ESPN2 | 206 or 209 |
For every game and channel on Saturday, see our Week 7 college football TV schedule on DIRECTV. Want ACC Network and ESPN for the rest of the season? Check DIRECTV options at your address or call 1-855-690-9884.
Frequently asked questions
What channel is Louisville vs. Syracuse on DIRECTV?
The game is on ACC Network, which is DIRECTV channel 612. The channel number is the same on satellite and streaming.
What time does Louisville vs. Syracuse start?
Kickoff is 7:30 p.m. ET (6:30 p.m. CT, 4:30 p.m. PT) on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at the JMA Wireless Dome in Syracuse, New York.
Can I stream Louisville vs. Syracuse?
Yes. ACC Network games stream in the ESPN app, and eligible DIRECTV customers can activate ESPN Unlimited at no extra cost. The DIRECTV app also streams ACC Network where available.
What package do I need for ACC Network on DIRECTV?
ACC Network is commonly included starting with CHOICE on many DIRECTV lineups, but package contents vary by address. Call 1-855-690-9884 to confirm channel 612 at your address.
Who is calling Louisville vs. Syracuse?
Jorge Sedano has play-by-play, Rodney McLeod Jr. is the analyst and Annabelle Hasselbeck reports from the sideline on ACC Network.
When did Louisville and Syracuse last play?
Syracuse beat Louisville 31-7 at home in 2022. Louisville leads the all-time series 13-8.
Need ACC Network on your DIRECTV plan before kickoff? Call 1-855-690-9884.
Details reviewed October 16, 2026 from the ACC’s Week 7 TV announcement (Oct. 5, 2026), Louisville Athletics’ game notes, Syracuse Athletics’ game center, ESPN team schedules and game page, The Courier Journal and The Daily Orange previews and live AmericanTV.com channel guides. Kickoff times, networks, injury status, streaming access and package contents can change and may vary by account and address. ACC, Louisville, Syracuse, ESPN, ACC Network, DIRECTV and related marks belong to their respective owners. American TV is an independent dealer and resource site.