How to Watch Ohio State Buckeyes Games for Free (Legally & Easily)
Last updated: October 7, 2026
If you’re trying to catch the Ohio State Buckeyes this 2027 College Basketball season without paying for a full cable package, you’re in the right place. They have 10 upcoming games on the schedule, starting with OSU VS BYU on November 1, 2026. Below, for each game we break down exactly which network is carrying it, which streaming services include that network, and — importantly — which of those services offer a free trial so you can watch without spending a dime.
Every Upcoming Ohio State Buckeyes Game, by Streaming Service
You can watch upcoming Ohio State Buckeyes games on Sling TV and DIRECTV Stream.
- Fri, Nov 13Ohio State Buckeyes @ UConn Huskies6:30 PM CST
- Fri, Nov 13Ohio State Buckeyes @ UConn Huskies6:30 PM CST
How to Watch Ohio State Buckeyes vs BYU Cougars on November 1, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Youngstown State Penguins vs Ohio State Buckeyes on November 5, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Marshall Thundering Herd vs Ohio State Buckeyes on November 8, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Ohio State Buckeyes vs UConn Huskies on November 13, 2026
You can watch Ohio State Buckeyes vs UConn Huskies for free with DIRECTV Stream — all offer free trials.
How to Watch Prairie View A&M Panthers vs Ohio State Buckeyes on November 15, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch UMBC Retrievers vs Ohio State Buckeyes on November 18, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Vanderbilt Commodores vs Ohio State Buckeyes on November 23, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Lipscomb Bisons vs Ohio State Buckeyes on November 28, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Ohio State Buckeyes vs Nebraska Cornhuskers on December 1, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Maryland Terrapins vs Ohio State Buckeyes on December 5, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
Streaming Services That Carry Ohio State Games
| Service | Price | Free Trial |
|---|---|---|
| Sling TVCheapest | $45.99/mo | No |
| Sling TV with All ExtrasCheapest | $67/mo | No |
| DIRECTV Stream | $86.99/mo | Free for 5 Days |
| Hulu with Live TV | $82.99/mo | Free for 3 Days |
| YouTube TV | $82.99/mo | Free for 7 Days |
How Much Would It Cost to Watch Every Ohio State Game?
To cover every network carrying Ohio State Buckeyes games this season, you'd need 1 service:
- Sling TV: $45.99/mo
But you don't need to pay all that. These services offer a free trial:
- YouTube TV: free for 7 days
- DIRECTV Stream: free for 5 days
- Hulu with Live TV: free for 3 days
That means you can watch Ohio State Buckeyes for 15 days for free by stacking free trials across these services.
The Cheapest Way to Watch Ohio State (Without Free Trials)
If you want to catch every Ohio State Buckeyes game and you're past the free trial window, the most affordable combination is 1 service at $45.99/mo:
- Sling TV — $45.99/mo
Last updated: October 7, 2026