No. 4 Notre Dame will conclude college football's opening weekend by facing Wisconsin on Sunday night at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The game, part of Notre Dame's 2026 Shamrock Series, is scheduled to kick off at 7:30 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on NBC, with live streaming available on Peacock.
This matchup marks a rare occasion for a college football game to be held at the home of the Green Bay Packers. For viewers without traditional cable packages, Peacock offers a streaming option. Pricing for Peacock Premium is $12.99 per month, with an ad-free Premium Plus tier at $19.99 per month. Annual plans are also available, offering a discount compared to monthly subscriptions. A seven-day free trial of Peacock Premium Plus may be available through Amazon Prime Video.
Notre Dame enters the season ranked fourth after finishing the 2025 season with a 10-2 record, winning their final 10 regular-season games. Quarterback C.J. Carr returns for the Fighting Irish, who are led by head coach Marcus Freeman in his fifth season. The team faces a demanding schedule with high expectations due to their top-five ranking.
Wisconsin, conversely, is looking to rebound after a 5-7 season. The Badgers have undergone significant roster changes, adding over 30 transfers, including quarterback Colton Joseph. Head coach Luke Fickell aims to improve the team's performance in the upcoming season.
The game at Lambeau Field is notable as it will be only the third college football game ever played at the historic venue, adding an extra layer of intrigue to this Week 1 matchup.