Fans in Iowa and across the region can tune in to KCCI this Saturday, Sept. 26, for the highly anticipated Big Ten opener between the Hawkeyes and the Wolverines. The matchup begins at 2:30 p.m. Central Time and will be broadcast on CBS, with KCCI providing local coverage and commentary.
Game details and broadcast information
The Iowa‑Michigan game is part of a doubleheader on CBS. After the Hawkeyes take the field at 2:30 p.m., the second contest—Arizona versus Washington State—will follow at 6:30 p.m. Iowa enters the game riding a recent surge, having jumped three spots to No. 18 in the Associated Press Top 25 after a 16‑13 victory over Iowa State in the Cy‑Hawk rivalry. Michigan, also 2‑0, re‑entered the Top 25 at No. 19 after a 17‑10 win over Oklahoma.
Local pre‑game coverage
KCCI’s “Big College Kickoff” returns for its third season, offering a Saturday‑morning preview of the week’s biggest college football action. The show streams live on the Very Local platform at 10:30 a.m. each Saturday throughout the fall. Host Cullen Holt, joined by analysts Scott Reister and Shannon Ehrhardt, will break down the Iowa‑Michigan matchup, discuss key players, and provide insight into what the game means for the Hawkeyes’ early‑season aspirations.
Where to watch and stream
Viewers can watch the game on KCCI’s over‑the‑air CBS affiliate or stream the broadcast via the station’s website and the Very Local app, which is free on Roku, Amazon Fire TV, and smartphones. The Very Local service also offers 24/7 access to KCCI news, weather, and original programming, making it a convenient hub for local sports fans.
Upcoming schedule for the Hawkeyes and Wolverines
Before traveling to Ann Arbor, Iowa will host Northern Iowa on Sept. 19, giving the Hawkeyes a chance to fine‑tune their offense. Michigan’s next home game after the Wolverines’ clash with Iowa will be against UTEP, providing another opportunity to climb the conference rankings.
Both programs are looking to build momentum early in the season, and the broadcast on KCCI ensures that Iowa fans won’t miss a moment of the action, whether they’re watching from home or on the go.
Original reporting: KCCI Des Moines — read the source article.
