How to Watch Ohio State Buckeyes Games for Free (Legally & Easily)
Last updated: September 20, 2026
If you’re trying to catch the Ohio State Buckeyes this 2026 College Football season without paying for a full cable package, you’re in the right place. The Ohio State enter this stretch at 2-1 (3rd in Big Ten). They have 9 upcoming games on the schedule, starting with ILL @ OSU on September 26, 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 Fubo and Sling TV.
- Sat, Sep 26Illinois Fighting Illini @ Ohio State Buckeyes11:00 AM CDT
- Sat, Nov 28Michigan Wolverines @ Ohio State Buckeyes11:00 AM CST
- Sat, Sep 26Illinois Fighting Illini @ Ohio State Buckeyes11:00 AM CDT
- Sat, Nov 28Michigan Wolverines @ Ohio State Buckeyes11:00 AM CST
How to Watch Illinois Fighting Illini vs Ohio State Buckeyes on September 26, 2026
You can watch Illinois Fighting Illini vs Ohio State Buckeyes for free with Fubo and Fubo Elite — all offer free trials.
How to Watch Ohio State Buckeyes vs Iowa Hawkeyes on October 2, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Maryland Terrapins vs Ohio State Buckeyes on October 9, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Ohio State Buckeyes vs Indiana Hoosiers on October 16, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Ohio State Buckeyes vs USC Trojans on October 30, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Oregon Ducks vs Ohio State Buckeyes on November 6, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Northwestern Wildcats vs Ohio State Buckeyes on November 13, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Ohio State Buckeyes vs Nebraska Cornhuskers on November 20, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
How to Watch Michigan Wolverines vs Ohio State Buckeyes on November 28, 2026
You can watch Michigan Wolverines vs Ohio State Buckeyes for free with Fubo and Fubo Elite — all offer free trials.
Recent Ohio State Games & Where They Aired
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Sep 19
Kent State Golden Flashes @ Ohio State Buckeyes 3-59 Aired on: FOX -
Sep 12
Ohio State Buckeyes @ Texas Longhorns 23-24 Aired on: ABC -
Sep 5
Ball State Cardinals @ Ohio State Buckeyes 3-56 Aired on: BTN
Streaming Services That Carry Ohio State Games
| Service | Price | Free Trial |
|---|---|---|
| Fubo | $73.99/mo | Free for 7 Days |
| Fubo Elite | $89.99/mo | Free for 7 Days |
| Sling TVCheapest | $45.99/mo | No |
| Hulu with Live TV | $82.99/mo | Free for 3 Days |
| YouTube TV | $82.99/mo | Free for 7 Days |
Which Streaming Service Has the Most Ohio State Games?
Across the 5 scheduled Ohio State games with a broadcaster listed, here is how many each streaming service carries, and what share of the season that covers.
| Service | Games | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Fubo | 5 of 5 | 100% |
| Fubo Elite | 5 of 5 | 100% |
| Hulu with Live TV | 5 of 5 | 100% |
| YouTube TV | 5 of 5 | 100% |
| Sling TVCheapest | 4 of 5 | 80% |
| DIRECTV Stream | 2 of 5 | 40% |
| DirecTV Stream Ultimate | 2 of 5 | 40% |
| Sling TV with All ExtrasCheapest | 1 of 5 | 20% |
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:
- Fubo: free for 7 days
- YouTube TV: free for 7 days
- Hulu with Live TV: free for 3 days
That means you can watch Ohio State Buckeyes for 17 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: September 20, 2026