NBC Sports and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish have announced a renewal of their 35‑year broadcasting partnership, ensuring that all seven home games of the 2026 season will be televised on Peacock and NBC Sports.
A Legacy Reaffirmed
The agreement, which traces its roots back to 1991, stands as the longest‑standing arrangement of its kind in college football, and it will again deliver a dedicated broadcast team to the Irish’s home field. Dan Hicks, the Emmy‑winning play‑by‑play voice, returns for his third straight year, while former NFL quarterback‑turned‑coach Jason Garrett joins as analyst, bringing a depth of on‑field insight. Sideline reporter Caroline Pineda, who has been covering the team since 2022, will make her debut in the regular‑season lineup.
The 2026 campaign opens on September 6 with a marquee showdown against the Wisconsin Badgers at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, a venue that adds a historic backdrop to the rivalry and underscores the conference‑wide appeal of the Irish’s schedule.
That debut follows a 2025 season in which Notre Dame fell short of the College Football Playoff after a national championship run that concluded with a defeat in the 2024 title game, a setback that has heightened anticipation for the upcoming year.
With the combination of seasoned talent and a renewed commitment to comprehensive coverage, the partnership promises to deepen fans’ connection to the program and to preserve the tradition that has defined Notre Dame football for decades.