How to Watch Stanford vs. Notre Dame on DIRECTV: Kickoff Time, NBC Channel and Peacock Streaming
The Legends Trophy is back on the line in South Bend. Stanford (2-2, 1-2 ACC) visits No. 3 Notre Dame (4-0) on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at 3:30 p.m. ET (12:30 p.m. PT) on NBC and Peacock at Notre Dame Stadium. It's the 40th meeting between the programs.
On DIRECTV, the game is on your local NBC station. Here's how to watch, stream and plan the rest of a busy Saturday.
Stanford vs. Notre Dame: quick facts
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Date | Saturday, October 10, 2026 |
| Kickoff | 3:30 p.m. ET / 2:30 p.m. CT / 12:30 p.m. PT |
| TV channel | NBC (your local NBC station) |
| Live stream | Peacock, DIRECTV app |
| Stadium | Notre Dame Stadium, Notre Dame, Indiana |
| Trophy | The Legends Trophy |
| Records | Notre Dame 4-0 (No. 3 AP), Stanford 2-2 (as of Sept. 27) |
What channel is Stanford vs. Notre Dame on DIRECTV?
The game is on NBC, so you'll watch it on your local NBC affiliate. The channel number depends on your market. Search "NBC" in the DIRECTV guide, or see what channel NBC is in your area.
- DIRECTV satellite: local channels come with core packages where DIRECTV offers locals for your address.
- DIRECTV streaming: plans with local channels carry NBC where available. Check that your ZIP code includes it before Saturday.
Missing NBC in your lineup? Call 1-855-690-9884 and we'll check your address.
How to stream Stanford vs. Notre Dame
Every Notre Dame home game this season is on NBC and streams at the same time on Peacock. Peacock is a separate subscription, and DIRECTV lets you add Peacock Premium through your DIRECTV account. The Peacock app is also available on DIRECTV Gemini devices.
The DIRECTV app is another option on a phone, tablet or streaming device where your local channels are available to stream.
Make it an NBC doubleheader
NBC stays busy after this game ends. USC visits Penn State for a 7:30 p.m. ET kickoff on NBC and Peacock; see our USC vs. Penn State guide. In the same 3:30 p.m. ET window, Texas and Oklahoma play on ABC and UCLA visits Oregon on CBS. Our Week 6 college football TV schedule on DIRECTV lists every game.
| Network | DIRECTV channel | Satellite packages |
|---|---|---|
| NBC (local) | Varies by market | Core packages where locals are offered |
| Peacock | App | Separate subscription |
| ACC Network | 612 | CHOICE and up |
| ESPN | 206 | ENTERTAINMENT and up |
Game preview: Stanford vs. Notre Dame
- Recent series: Notre Dame has won the last three meetings, including 49-20 to close the 2025 regular season. Stanford's last win in South Bend was 16-14 in 2022, and the series is 8-8 over the 16 years before this season.
- Notre Dame's form: the Irish are 4-0 after a 49-10 win at Purdue on September 26, and they're No. 3 in the AP poll.
- Stanford's form: in Tavita Pritchard's first season leading the program, the Cardinal rallied from a 20-10 deficit to beat Georgia Tech 34-27 on September 26. Quarterback Davis Warren threw for a career-high 396 yards and three touchdowns.
- This Saturday first: Notre Dame plays at North Carolina on October 3 at noon ET, and Stanford visits Wake Forest at noon ET on ACC Network (channel 612). Records above can change after those games.
Other ways to watch
- Antenna: NBC is a broadcast network, so you can watch free over the air if you're in range of an NBC station.
- Radio: both schools' radio networks carry the game; check your team's official site for stations.
Want NBC, ESPN and ACC Network set for the rest of the season? Check DIRECTV options at your address or call 1-855-690-9884.
Frequently asked questions
What time is Stanford vs. Notre Dame?
Kickoff is 3:30 p.m. ET (12:30 p.m. PT) on Saturday, October 10, 2026.
What channel is Stanford vs. Notre Dame on?
NBC. On DIRECTV, tune to your local NBC station. The number varies by market.
Is Stanford vs. Notre Dame on Peacock?
Yes. The game streams live on Peacock at the same time it airs on NBC. Peacock requires a subscription.
Where is the game being played?
At Notre Dame Stadium on the Notre Dame campus near South Bend, Indiana.
What is the Legends Trophy?
It's the trophy Stanford and Notre Dame play for. Notre Dame has won it the last three years.
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Details reviewed October 2, 2026. Kickoff times and TV assignments are set by Notre Dame and NBC and may change. Rankings and records reflect games through September 27. Local channel availability, channel numbers, packages and prices vary by address and are subject to change. NBC, Peacock, ACC Network, DIRECTV and related marks belong to their respective owners. American TV is an independent dealer and resource site.