Villanova will attempt to extend its winning streak to nine games when it meets Harvard in the first round of the FCS playoffs.
The Wildcats have plenty of postseason experience, as they have earned a playoff berth in five of the last seven seasons. With quarterback Pat McQuaide in charge, Villanova's offense has been explosive, averaging more than 30 points per game.
Harvard is ready to hit the field for its first FCS playoff game in program history after entering the bracket via an at-large bid. The Crimson also have a talented offensive weapon in quarterback Jaden Craig, who threw for more than 300 yards in five of Harvard's 10 regular-season games.
Here is everything you need to know about Villanova vs. Harvard, including TV and streaming options for the game.
Where to watch Villanova vs. Harvard today: TV channel, live stream
- TV channel: N/A
- Live stream: ESPN+
Villanova vs. Harvard will not air on a national TV channel. College football fans can stream the game on ESPN+.
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Villanova vs. Harvard start time
- Date: Saturday, Nov. 29
- Time: Noon ET
Villanova vs. Harvard will kick off at noon ET on Saturday, Nov. 29. The game will be played at Villanova Stadium in Villanova, Pa.
FCS playoffs schedule 2025
Saturday, Nov. 29 (First round)
| Game | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
| No. 15 Youngstown State vs. Yale | Noon | ESPN+ |
| No. 9 Rhode Island vs. Central Connecticut State | Noon | ESPN+ |
| No. 12 Villanova vs. Harvard | Noon | ESPN+ |
| No. 16 Southeastern Louisiana vs. Illinois State | 1 p.m. | ESPN+ |
| No. 10 Abilene Christian vs. Lamar | 1 p.m. | ESPN+ |
| No. 13 Tennessee Tech vs. North Dakota | 1 p.m. | ESPN+ |
| No. 11 South Dakota vs. Drake | 1 p.m. | ESPN+ |
| No. 14 South Dakota State vs. New Hampshire | 1 p.m. | ESPN+ |
Saturday, Dec. 6 (Second round)
| Game | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
| No. 6 Mercer vs. No. 11 South Dakota/Drake | Noon | ESPN+ |
| No. 5 Lehigh vs. No. 12 Villanova/Harvard | Noon | ESPN+ |
| No. 1 North Dakota State vs. No. 16 SE Louisiana/Illinois State | 1 p.m. | ESPN+ |
| No. 7 Stephen F. Austin vs. No. 10 Abilene Christian/Lamar | 1 p.m. | ESPN+ |
| No. 4 Tarleton State vs. No. 13 Tennessee Tech/North Dakota | 1 p.m. | ESPN+ |
| No. 2 Montana State vs. No. 15 Youngstown State/Yale | 2 p.m. | ESPN+ |
| No. 3 Montana vs. No. 14 South Dakota State/New Hampshire | 2 p.m. | ESPN+ |
| No. 8 UC Davis vs. No. 9 Rhode Island/Central Conn. State | 3 p.m. | ESPN+ |
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