A competitive matchup is expected in the FCS quarterfinals as No. 8 UC Davis gets ready to host unranked Illinois State.
Unexpectedly for UC Davis, the program will get to host a home game in the quarterfinals, which is a welcome advantage. The Aggies are on the hunt for their first-ever semifinals berth, and their 47-26 win over No. 9 Rhode Island in the second round is a good indicator of their postseason strength.
Meanwhile, Illinois State is still riding the high of its stunning upset over top seed and defending national champion North Dakota State last weekend. Despite being the away team in this matchup, the Redbirds are battle-tested and dominant on the road.
These two faced off in last year's playoffs, with the Aggies coming out on top. Who will take the win this time?
Here's everything you need to know about UC Davis vs. Illinois State, including TV channel and streaming options for the FCS quarterfinal game.
Where to watch UC Davis vs. Illinois State today: TV channel, live stream
- TV channel: N/A
- Live stream: ESPN+
UC Davis vs. Illinois State will not be broadcast on traditional television. College football fans can stream the action live on ESPN+.
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UC Davis vs. Illinois State start time
- Date: Saturday, Dec. 13
- Time: 5 p.m. ET | 4 p.m. CT | 2 p.m. PT
UC Davis vs. Illinois State will kick off at 5 p.m. ET on Saturday, Dec. 13. The game will be played at UC Davis Health Stadium in Davis, California.
FCS playoffs schedule 2025
Quarterfinals
Friday, Dec. 12
| Game | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
| No. 2 Montana State vs. No. 7 Stephen F. Austin | 9 p.m. ET | ESPN, ESPN app, Fubo |
Saturday, Dec. 13
| Game | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
| No. 4 Tarleton State vs. No. 12 Villanova | 12 p.m. | ESPN, ESPN app, Fubo |
| No. 3 Montana vs. No. 11 South Dakota | 3:30 p.m. | ABC, ESPN app, Fubo |
| No. 8 UC Davis vs. Illinois State | 5 p.m. | ESPN+ |
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