Big Ten Network Overflow TV Guide & Channel Schedule

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12:00 AM

B1G Today

Hear from B1G analysts, coaches, players and more as they break down the biggest stories of the day from around the Big Ten.

1h
1:00 AM

The Journey: Big Ten Football

All-access package to the Big Ten Football season with behind-the-scenes footage and feature stories surrounding the best moments and events on and off the field.

1h
1:30 AM

The B1G Trip

Go behind the scenes as Oregon head coach, Dan Lanning, and select Oregon football players take a summer trip to lead a football clinic in Japan.

1h
2:00 AM

B1G Plus Encore

Replays of the best action from Big Ten contests.

1h
3:00 AM

B1G Today

Hear from B1G analysts, coaches, players and more as they break down the biggest stories of the day from around the Big Ten.

1h
4:00 AM

The Journey: Big Ten Football

All-access package to the Big Ten Football season with behind-the-scenes footage and feature stories surrounding the best moments and events on and off the field.

1h
4:30 AM

B1G Football in 60

Snap-to-snap 60-minute presentation of a Big Ten football game.

1h
5:30 AM

At the Net

Highlighting Dave Shondell as Purdue's all-time winningest coach, USC opposite hitter Abigail Mullen, Avery Freeman's roots at Indiana and Carmen Waye becoming a leader for Michigan State.

1h
6:00 AM

B1G Volleyball in 60

One hour replays of B1G volleyball competitions.

1h
7:00 AM

B1G Football in 60

Snap-to-snap 60-minute presentation of a Big Ten football game.

1h
8:00 AM

B1G Football in 60

Snap-to-snap 60-minute presentation of a Big Ten football game.

1h
9:00 AM

B1G Volleyball in 60

One hour replays of B1G volleyball competitions.

1h
10:00 AM

B1G Volleyball in 60

One hour replays of B1G volleyball competitions.

1h
11:00 AM

At the Net

Highlighting Dave Shondell as Purdue's all-time winningest coach, USC opposite hitter Abigail Mullen, Avery Freeman's roots at Indiana and Carmen Waye becoming a leader for Michigan State.

1h
11:30 AM

B1G Football in 60

Snap-to-snap 60-minute presentation of a Big Ten football game.

1h
12:30 PM

The Journey: Big Ten Football

Get to know Indiana wide receiver, Charlie Becker. See how P.J. Fleck's "Row the Boat" mantra continues to uplift the Minnesota program and beyond. Learn how Ohio State's Jaylen McClain gives back to his community.

1h
1:00 PM

B1G Plus Encore

Replays of the best action from Big Ten contests.

1h
2:00 PM

At the Net

Go behind-the-scenes with Ava Falduto and the Nittany Lions as they play at historic Wrigley Field. Zeynep Palabiyik's journey to Minnesota. Get to know Maryland's Sydney Bryant. Former Badger players return to play in the Wisconsin Alumni Match.

1h
2:30 PM

B1G Football in 60

Snap-to-snap 60-minute presentation of a Big Ten football game.

1h
3:30 PM

The Journey: Big Ten Football

Get to know Indiana wide receiver, Charlie Becker. See how P.J. Fleck's "Row the Boat" mantra continues to uplift the Minnesota program and beyond. Learn how Ohio State's Jaylen McClain gives back to his community.

1h
4:00 PM

Live: B1G Today

Hear from B1G analysts, coaches, players and more as they break down the biggest stories of the day from around the Big Ten.

1h
5:00 PM

The Journey: Big Ten Football

Get to know Indiana wide receiver, Charlie Becker. See how P.J. Fleck's "Row the Boat" mantra continues to uplift the Minnesota program and beyond. Learn how Ohio State's Jaylen McClain gives back to his community.

1h
5:30 PM

B1G Football in 60

Snap-to-snap 60-minute presentation of a Big Ten football game.

1h
6:30 PM

On the Pitch

Learn about Ohio State's Andre Roberts' journey with alopecia and how he's inspiring others to be confident in their own skin. Hear from Oregon women's soccer head coach Tracy Joyner. Get to know UCLA defender Shakir Nixon. See how coach Rob Dow looks to lead the Nittany Lions to championship heights.

1h
7:00 PM

B1G Today

Hear from B1G analysts, coaches, players and more as they break down the biggest stories of the day from around the Big Ten.

1h
8:00 PM

The B1G Story

The story of Penn State volleyball's historic 109-match win streak between 2007-2010. The win streak is the longest in D1 volleyball history and included players Megan Hodge Easy, Alisha Glass Childress, Christa Harmotto Dietzen and coach Russ Rose.

1h
9:00 PM

B1G Today

Hear from B1G analysts, coaches, players and more as they break down the biggest stories of the day from around the Big Ten.

1h
10:00 PM

Live: Women's College Soccer

From DeMartin Soccer Complex in East Lansing, Mich.

1h
12:00 AM

Live: College Field Hockey

From Lakeside Field in Evanston, Ill.

1h
2:00 AM

The Journey: Big Ten Football

Get to know Indiana wide receiver, Charlie Becker. See how P.J. Fleck's "Row the Boat" mantra continues to uplift the Minnesota program and beyond. Learn how Ohio State's Jaylen McClain gives back to his community.

1h
2:30 AM

B1G Volleyball in 60

One hour replays of B1G volleyball competitions.

1h
3:30 AM

At the Net

Go behind-the-scenes with Ava Falduto and the Nittany Lions as they play at historic Wrigley Field. Zeynep Palabiyik's journey to Minnesota. Get to know Maryland's Sydney Bryant. Former Badger players return to play in the Wisconsin Alumni Match.

1h
4:00 AM

At the Net

Highlighting Dave Shondell as Purdue's all-time winningest coach, USC opposite hitter Abigail Mullen, Avery Freeman's roots at Indiana and Carmen Waye becoming a leader for Michigan State.

1h
4:30 AM

B1G Football in 60

Snap-to-snap 60-minute presentation of a Big Ten football game.

1h
5:30 AM

B1G Football in 60

Snap-to-snap 60-minute presentation of a Big Ten football game.

1h
6:30 AM

The Journey: Big Ten Football

Get to know Indiana wide receiver, Charlie Becker. See how P.J. Fleck's "Row the Boat" mantra continues to uplift the Minnesota program and beyond. Learn how Ohio State's Jaylen McClain gives back to his community.

1h
7:00 AM

On the Pitch

Being a Spartan runs in the family for Sophia Piotrowski. Hear from Hoosier players on what it means to represent their home state of Indiana. See how being a twin has shaped Rutgers teammates Ashley Baran, Olivia Bodmer and Sarah Martinez.

1h
7:30 AM

On the Pitch

Learn about Ohio State's Andre Roberts' journey with alopecia and how he's inspiring others to be confident in their own skin. Hear from Oregon women's soccer head coach Tracy Joyner. Get to know UCLA defender Shakir Nixon. See how coach Rob Dow looks to lead the Nittany Lions to championship heights.

1h
8:00 AM

Women's College Soccer

From DeMartin Soccer Complex in East Lansing, Mich.

1h
10:00 AM

B1G Football in 60

Snap-to-snap 60-minute presentation of a Big Ten football game.

1h
11:00 AM

The Journey: Big Ten Football

Get to know Indiana wide receiver, Charlie Becker. See how P.J. Fleck's "Row the Boat" mantra continues to uplift the Minnesota program and beyond. Learn how Ohio State's Jaylen McClain gives back to his community.

1h
11:30 AM

B1G Volleyball in 60

One hour replays of B1G volleyball competitions.

1h
12:30 PM

At the Net

Highlighting Dave Shondell as Purdue's all-time winningest coach, USC opposite hitter Abigail Mullen, Avery Freeman's roots at Indiana and Carmen Waye becoming a leader for Michigan State.

1h
1:00 PM

B1G Plus Encore

Replays of the best action from Big Ten contests.

1h
2:00 PM

The Journey: Big Ten Football

Get to know Indiana wide receiver, Charlie Becker. See how P.J. Fleck's "Row the Boat" mantra continues to uplift the Minnesota program and beyond. Learn how Ohio State's Jaylen McClain gives back to his community.

1h
2:30 PM

At the Net

Honoring legendary Ohio State head coach Jim Stone and his legacy in the sport of volleyball. Hear about Andi Jackson's journey to becoming a key player for Nebraska. UCLA standout Lola Schumacher opens up about her experience with dyslexia.

1h
3:00 PM

B1G Volleyball in 60

From Oct. 22, 2026.

1h
4:00 PM

Live: B1G Today

Hear from B1G analysts, coaches, players and more as they break down the biggest stories of the day from around the Big Ten.

1h
5:00 PM

At the Net

Highlighting Dave Shondell as Purdue's all-time winningest coach, USC opposite hitter Abigail Mullen, Avery Freeman's roots at Indiana and Carmen Waye becoming a leader for Michigan State.

1h
5:30 PM

The Journey: Big Ten Football

Get to know Indiana wide receiver, Charlie Becker. See how P.J. Fleck's "Row the Boat" mantra continues to uplift the Minnesota program and beyond. Learn how Ohio State's Jaylen McClain gives back to his community.

1h
6:00 PM

B1G Football in 60

J.J. McCarthy passed for 222 yards and three touchdowns to help lead the 2nd-ranked Wolverines to victory over the Hoosiers. From Oct. 14, 2023.

1h
7:00 PM

B1G Today

Hear from B1G analysts, coaches, players and more as they break down the biggest stories of the day from around the Big Ten.

1h
8:00 PM

Indiana Football Classic

Kurtis Rourke threw for 206 yards and two touchdowns to help the 8th-ranked Hoosiers beat the Wolverines to become 10-0 for the first time in school history. From Nov. 9, 2024.

1h
9:00 PM

B1G Today

Hear from B1G analysts, coaches, players and more as they break down the biggest stories of the day from around the Big Ten.

1h
10:00 PM

B1G Volleyball in 60

From Oct. 22, 2026.

1h
11:00 PM

Live: Women's College Volleyball

From St. John Arena in Columbus, Ohio.

1h

Big Ten Network Overflow is an auxiliary television feed designed to carry simultaneous collegiate sports broadcasts and live events when multiple games occur at the same time. Accessing a dedicated tv guide for Big Ten Network Overflow allows viewers to locate overflow broadcasts, track game overlaps, and plan their sports viewing accordingly.

About Big Ten Network Overflow

Big Ten Network Overflow serves as an overflow channel for the main Big Ten Network (BTN) feed. During peak collegiate sports windows—such as autumn Saturdays for college football or multi-game basketball schedules in winter—multiple events often take place concurrently. The overflow feed ensures that fans across the country can watch live coverage of their preferred Big Ten University events without schedule conflicts on the primary network channel.

Big Ten Network Overflow TV Guide

Using a detailed tv guide helps collegiate sports fans stay informed about which games are assigned to the primary channel and which are designated for the overflow feed. Because overflow event activations depend entirely on live game timing, listings generally feature specific live broadcasts, pre-game commentary, and post-game coverage during active sporting seasons.

Schedule availability varies based on regional broadcast rights, local provider channel positions, and game day decisions made by the network. Checking updated daily schedules ensures you do not miss kickoff or tip-off times.

TV Guide Listings for Tonight

When searching for tv guide listings for tonight, viewers should keep in mind that Big Ten Network Overflow may only display active programming when live overlapping games are taking place. On non-game nights or during off-peak hours, the feed may remain inactive or present slide graphics directing viewers to the main Big Ten Network feed.

To check evening coverage:

  • Confirm whether your local provider carries the specific BTN overflow channel (often designated as BTN2GO, BTN Extra, or local overflow digital channels).
  • Review start times based on your local time zone, as kickoff and tip-off schedules are often listed in Eastern or Central Time.
  • Look for schedule updates during prolonged events or rain delays, as live sports broadcasts can alter evening programming slots.

Programming & Content Categories

Programming on Big Ten Network Overflow is strictly dedicated to collegiate athletics and university-related athletic events. Typical broadcasts include:

  • Live College Football: Early season non-conference matchups and simultaneous conference games.
  • Men’s and Women’s Basketball: Regular season games and early-round conference tournament coverage.
  • Olympic Sports: Live coverage of Big Ten soccer, volleyball, wrestling, baseball, softball, gymnastics, and swimming & diving.
  • Alternate Event Feeds: Secondary angles or supplemental event coverage during major championship windows.

How to Use the TV Schedule Effectively

Navigating overflow channel schedules requires understanding how live sports windows function. Follow these practical steps to verify broadcast details:

  1. Identify the Main Event: Check if the primary Big Ten Network channel is airing a different regional game.
  2. Verify Provider Listings: Locate the specific channel number assigned to BTN Overflow on your cable, satellite, or streaming platform.
  3. Check Time Zones: Translate listed broadcast times into your local time zone to avoid joining a broadcast late.
  4. Monitor Game Delays: Remember that live sporting events often run longer than expected, which can delay subsequent programs on the schedule.

Regional & Provider Availability

Broadcast availability for Big Ten Network Overflow depends heavily on television providers and geographic locations. Major cable, satellite, and live-TV streaming services frequently place overflow feeds on separate channel numbers adjacent to the main network channel. Depending on your provider, overflow channels may remain dark until an active event is scheduled to broadcast.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Big Ten Network Overflow TV Guide?

It is a schedule resource that details broadcast times, events, and game coverage for the auxiliary overflow feeds operated by the Big Ten Network.

What is on Big Ten Network Overflow tonight?

Evening programming depends on whether live games are scheduled. Check current channel listings for tonight's game matchups, as overflow feeds are primarily activated during live sports events.

Why is Big Ten Network Overflow showing a black screen or logo?

Overflow feeds are temporary channels that operate only when multiple live events occur simultaneously. When no overflow event is taking place, the channel may show no programming.

Where can I find Big Ten Network Overflow channel numbers?

Channel positions vary by cable, satellite, or streaming provider. Check your service provider's program guide near the main Big Ten Network channel position.

Do Big Ten Network Overflow schedules change by region?

Yes. Game availability and regional blackout rules can determine which specific games are assigned to primary versus overflow feeds in different geographical areas.