Ohio State will travel to Austin to face Texas on Saturday, September 12, for a 7:30 p.m. ET kickoff. The game will be broadcast live on ABC from DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium. Chris Fowler will provide play-by-play commentary, with Kirk Herbstreit as the analyst. Holly Rowe and Laura Rutledge will report from the sidelines.
For viewers without cable, the game can be streamed through live TV services that carry ABC, such as DIRECTV, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, and YouTube TV. Availability of local ABC stations may vary by location. The broadcast will also be available via ESPN's streaming service.
New subscribers to select live TV streaming services may be able to watch the game for free through trial offers. DIRECTV offers a five-day free trial with its MySports package, which includes ABC. Fubo, YouTube TV, and Hulu + Live TV also provide free trials for eligible new members, with ABC available in markets where the local station is carried. It is advisable to review the terms of any trial offer for details on cancellation policies and billing dates.
This marks the third consecutive season Ohio State and Texas have met, with the Buckeyes winning the previous two matchups. The game is a rematch of last year's season opener, which Ohio State won 14-7 in Columbus.