Watch Michigan State vs UCLA: Brad Nessler and Charles Davis call the CBS game

The NCAA Division I FBS matchup between Michigan State and UCLA lands on 24 October 2026, with kickoff at 20:30 UK time. The broadcast is carried on CBS in the United States, and it is also available on Paramount+ across the USA, including geo-restricted and regional variants, so American viewers can tune in from wherever suits them best.

This is a Big Ten versus collegiate roster battle, piping the Big Ten's Michigan State against UCLA as the game heads into its final stretch. Fans following the rivalry will want to be live for kickoff, as that is when the winning side usually becomes clear.

Who is on the booth

The game is called by Brad Nessler as the main commentator, joined by Charles Davis as co-commentator, with Jenny Dell providing the sideline reports. The trio makes up part of CBS's 2026 college football voices, and you can read more about the crew, studio roles and how to find your own game's announcers on the CBS College Football Commentators 2026 feature.

Charles Davis has only just stepped into the booth. After Gary Danielson retired from the CBS college football lineup at the end of the 2025 season, Davis moved in alongside Brad Nessler and Jenny Dell. He made his CBS Big Ten debut on the Boise State at Oregon game, and early reactions have been encouraging: viewers have praised the smooth flow of the pair, their sharp insights, and how Davis weaves in the sideline reports for a natural-sounding broadcast.

Some have even seen Charles Davis as an upgrade on the previous setup, with a former Tennessee Volunteers star bringing both energy and a few relevant pop culture references to the booth. That kind of chemistry is exactly what makes these games fun to watch, and it sets a promising tone for the Michigan State against UCLA call.

Where to watch

For those tuning in from the United States, CBS offers the primary feed, while Paramount+ gives viewers flexible options including geo-restricted and regional versions of the stream. Make sure your app or browser is set for one of these so you do not miss kickoff at 20:30 UK time on 24 October 2026.

With Brad Nessler on top, Charles Davis bringing his new debut energy, and Jenny Dell tracking the action from the sideline, this is one matchup worth being present for. Set up your alert, pick your channel, and be ready for the Michigan State versus UCLA game to go live.

Article generated: 24 October 2026, 20:41 GMT