How to Watch Upcoming Ohio State Buckeyes Games for Free (Legally & Easily)
Last updated: September 5, 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 0-0 (1st in Big Ten). They have 10 upcoming games on the schedule, starting with BALL @ OSU on September 5, 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, DIRECTV Stream, and Sling TV.
- Sat, Sep 5Ball State Cardinals @ Ohio State Buckeyes11:30 AM CDTBTN
- Sat, Sep 12Ohio State Buckeyes @ Texas Longhorns6:30 PM CDTABC
- Sat, Sep 19Kent State Golden Flashes @ Ohio State Buckeyes11:00 AM CDTFOX
- Sat, Sep 5Ball State Cardinals @ Ohio State Buckeyes11:30 AM CDTBTN
- Sat, Sep 12Ohio State Buckeyes @ Texas Longhorns6:30 PM CDTABC
- Sat, Sep 5Ball State Cardinals @ Ohio State Buckeyes11:30 AM CDTBTN
- Sat, Sep 12Ohio State Buckeyes @ Texas Longhorns6:30 PM CDTABC
- Sat, Sep 19Kent State Golden Flashes @ Ohio State Buckeyes11:00 AM CDTFOX
How to Watch Ball State Cardinals vs Ohio State Buckeyes on September 5, 2026
You can watch Ball State Cardinals vs Ohio State Buckeyes for free with Fubo, Fubo Elite, DIRECTV Stream, and DirecTV Stream Ultimate — all offer free trials.
How to Watch Ohio State Buckeyes vs Texas Longhorns on September 12, 2026
You can watch Ohio State Buckeyes vs Texas Longhorns for free with Fubo, Fubo Elite, DIRECTV Stream, and DirecTV Stream Ultimate — all offer free trials.
How to Watch Kent State Golden Flashes vs Ohio State Buckeyes on September 19, 2026
You can watch Kent State Golden Flashes vs Ohio State Buckeyes for free with Fubo and Fubo Elite — all offer free trials.
How to Watch Illinois Fighting Illini vs Ohio State Buckeyes on September 25, 2026
Broadcast info not yet announced for this game.
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.
Streaming Services That Carry Ohio State Buckeyes Games
| Service | Price | Free Trial |
|---|---|---|
| Fubo | $73.99/mo | Free for 7 Days |
| Fubo Elite | $89.99/mo | Free for 7 Days |
| DIRECTV Stream | $86.99/mo | Free for 5 Days |
| Sling TVCheapest | $45.99/mo | No |
| Hulu with Live TV | $82.99/mo | Free for 3 Days |
| Sling TV with All ExtrasCheapest | $67/mo | No |
| DirecTV Stream Ultimate | $109.99/mo | Free for 5 Days |
| YouTube TV | $82.99/mo | Free for 7 Days |
Which Streaming Service Has the Most Ohio State Buckeyes Games?
Across the 4 scheduled Ohio State Buckeyes 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 | 4 of 4 | 100% |
| Fubo Elite | 4 of 4 | 100% |
| Hulu with Live TV | 4 of 4 | 100% |
| YouTube TV | 4 of 4 | 100% |
| Sling TVCheapest | 3 of 4 | 75% |
| DIRECTV Stream | 2 of 4 | 50% |
| DirecTV Stream Ultimate | 2 of 4 | 50% |
| Sling TV with All ExtrasCheapest | 1 of 4 | 25% |
How Much Would It Cost to Watch Every Ohio State Buckeyes Game?
To cover every network carrying Ohio State Buckeyes games this season, you'd need 1 service:
- Fubo: $73.99/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
- DIRECTV Stream: free for 5 days
- Hulu with Live TV: free for 3 days
That means you can watch Ohio State Buckeyes for 22 days for free by stacking free trials across these services.
The Cheapest Way to Watch Ohio State Buckeyes (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 $73.99/mo:
- Fubo — $73.99/mo
Last updated: September 5, 2026