We have the 126th Army-Navy game preview for you. The game kicks off Saturday, December 13 at 3:00 p.m. ET from M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore (broadcast on CBS and streaming on Paramount+). Army (6-5) faces Navy (9-2) with the Commander-in-Chief’s Trophy on the line. Both teams already beat Air Force this season, so the winner claims the trophy outright. Navy leads the all-time series 63-55-7, but Army had won six of nine before Navy’s 31-13 victory last year. Eight of the last eleven meetings have been decided by one score.
How to Watch the 126th Army-Navy Game
Army-Navy Kickoff is set for 3:00 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore. The game will air nationally on CBS with Brad Nessler, Gary Danielson, and Jenny Dell on the call. Streaming options include Paramount+ (subscription required) and the CBS Sports app. For those with a TV provider login, live streaming is also available on CBSSports.com and the CBS Sports mobile app. Radio coverage is on Westwood One nationally, the Army Sports Network (flagship: WABC 770 AM New York), and the Navy Football Radio Network (flagship: WBAL 1090 AM Baltimore). International viewers can stream via the American Forces Network (AFN).
Current Bowl Picture
- Navy (9-2, 7-1 AAC): Locked into the AutoZone Liberty Bowl vs. Cincinnati on December 27.
- Army (6-5): Headed to the Wasabi Fenway Bowl vs. UConn on December 28.
Full 2025-26 bowl schedule and live odds available here: 2025-26 College Football Bowl Schedule
126th Army-Navy Game Preview
Army Black Knights
Coach Jeff Monken’s team started 1-3 but finished strong, going 5-2 the rest of the way. They run the triple option better than anyone: No. 1 nationally in rushing attempts (658) and top-10 in rushing yards (2,826). The defense ranks second in the AAC in points allowed (22.5 per game) and leads the country in fewest penalties.
Navy Midshipmen
Brian Newberry’s squad tied for the AAC regular-season title and posted a 7-0 start. QB Blake Horvath has thrown for over 1,000 yards and rushed for over 1,000 while the offense ranks top-five nationally in rushing yards (3,282). The defense is solid but not elite, relying on the offense to control the clock.
Key Matchups
- Blake Horvath’s dual-threat ability against Army’s disciplined front seven
- Army’s rushing attack vs. Navy’s pursuit angles and gap integrity
- Turnover margin (both teams rank high in forced fumbles)
Betting Lines (as of Dec 10)
- Spread: Navy -6.5
- Total: 38.5
- Moneyline: Navy -240 / Army +200
Army-Navy Game Prediction
Navy 23, Army 17
The Midshipmen have better balance and momentum. Expect another low-scoring, one-possession finish, but Navy covers and reclaims the CIC Trophy for the second straight year.
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