How to watch West Virginia-Iowa State Big 12 football game for free today

West Virginia's Cam Vaughn (4) runs the ball as BYU's Marcus McKenzie (32) tries for a tackle during the second half their game at LaVell Edwards Stadium on October 3, 2025 at Provo, Utah. (Photo by Chris Gardner/Getty Images)Getty ImagesIf you purchase a product through a link on our site, we may receive compensation.By Thomas Lagrone | tlagrone@al.comThe West Virginia Mountaineers play against the Iowa State Cyclones in a Big 12 football game today. The matchup is scheduled to begin at 11 a.m. CT on TNT. You can watch this game for free online by using the free trial offered by DIRECTV. If the free trial has already been used, Sling offers an affordable monthly subscription. Why this game is importantWest Virginia enters this game with a 3-1 record, but the team lost its Big 12 opener against Oklahoma State last week. In order to compete for a Big 12 title this year, the Mountaineers will need to win this matchup. The Iowa State squad also has a 0-1 conference record, as the Cyclones lost against Utah last week. Since Iowa State still has to play No. 10 BYU and No. 19 Oklahoma State this year, the Cyclones need a win today. Key players to watch in this gameWest Virginia’s star quarterback Michael Hawkins Jr. will be a key player to watch today. He has scored 14 touchdowns and accrued more than 1,000 yards this season. Iowa State’s running back Aiden Flora will be another key player to watch. He has rushed for three touchdowns and nearly 400 yards this year. Where to stream the Big 12 game todaySince the game will be televised on TNT, you can use DIRECTV’s five-day free trial to watch this game. How to watch Alabama-Mississippi State college football game for free todayHow to watch college football week 5 games for free without Streameast todayHow to watch Notre Dame-North Carolina college football game for free todayHow to watch Wings-Valkyries game 3 WNBA Playoffs for free tonightHow to watch Virginia Tech-Pittsburgh college football game for free tonightThomas Lagrone is an Alabama native and recent graduate from the University of Alabama at Birmingham with a bachelor's degree in sports communication. Thomas has loved participating in and watching sports...