ESPN Unlimited and The CW bring the NCAA Division I FBS showdown between Boise State and Fresno State

The star attraction of the NCAA Division I Field Booty System (FBS) competition on 11 October 2026 is the Boise State vs Fresno State matchup, with play-by-play commentary from Rick Allen, booth analysis from Will Blackmon, and on-the-ground reporting from Michael Bumpus.

The event is broadcast across the usual American and British outlets, including ESPN Unlimited, Fox, CBS, NBC, the NFL Network, Sky, ITV and the world feed. For British viewers the match runs at 03:30 UK time, so tune in overnight and you will catch the whole thing.

Who is on the mic

Rick Allen is the play-by-play voice this season. He has served as a lead announcer for Fox Sports, NBC Sports and CW Sports over the last 23 years, most recently as lead commentator for the PBA Tour on The CW. He has also called a range of fast-moving events, including NASCAR and Indycar racing, the World Track and Field Championships, and college football and basketball. As one of the sport's most established voices, he is well placed to carry the Boise State vs Fresno State play-by-play.

Will Blackmon is the booth analyst, contributing strategic analysis throughout the match. He is currently a radio colour analyst for TCU football and co-host of the "Just Win Podcast", which covers the Las Vegas Raiders. His mix of big-picture thinking and podcast-era insight makes him a natural fit for breaking down the tactics on offer.

Michael Bumpus is the sideline reporter, capturing what is happening physically on the field. He rounds out the Pac-12 broadcast team alongside Rick Allen and Will Blackmon.

Where to watch

The match is featured on The CW as part of the network's 2026 ACC, Pac-12 and Mountain West college football season. You can follow the broadcast team announcement and details of how The CW has set up its 2026 college football line-up here: The CW Network sets broadcast teams for 2026 ACC, Mountain West and Pac-12 college football season.

Expect the full package across ESPN Unlimited, Fox, CBS, NBC, the NFL Network, Sky, ITV and the world feed, so whether you prefer American or British coverage there is a channel for you. The 03:30 UK start means you can watch the whole Boise State vs Fresno State match before your morning, with Rick Allen, Will Blackmon and Michael Bumpus guiding you through every step.

Article generated: 11 October 2026, 03:31 GMT