Thursday's matchup between the Akron Zips and the Ohio State Buckeyes marks the beginning of the 2024 NCAA college football season. Here's how to catch all the action.
The Ohio State Buckeyes are set to kick off their 2024 campaign on Thursday, August 29, against the Akron Zips at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, Ohio. The game is scheduled to begin at 8 p.m. ET and will be televised on BTN.
The Buckeyes are coming off a disappointing 11-2 season in 2023, which ended with a loss to the Georgia Bulldogs in the College Football Playoff semifinals. However, Ohio State is ranked No. 2 in the preseason AP Poll and is considered a favorite to win the national championship this year.
Akron Zips vs. Ohio State Buckeyes: How to Watch the Season Opener
The Zips, meanwhile, are coming off a 2-10 season in 2023. They are not ranked in the preseason AP Poll and are considered a long shot to win the Mid-American Conference (MAC) East Division.
Despite the disparity in their records, the Akron-Ohio State game is always a competitive matchup. The Buckeyes have won the last five meetings between the two schools, but the Zips have covered the spread in each of the last three games.
Here's how you can watch the Akron-Ohio State game:
* **TV:** BTN
* **Live stream:** BTN2Go
* **Radio:** Ohio State Radio Network, Akron Sports Network
In addition to the television and streaming options, you can also listen to the game on the radio. The Ohio State Radio Network will broadcast the game on its flagship station, WBNS-FM 97.1 in Columbus, and on its affiliate stations throughout the state of Ohio. The Akron Sports Network will broadcast the game on its flagship station, WHLO-AM 640 in Akron, and on its affiliate stations throughout the state of Ohio.
If you're planning to attend the game in person, tickets are still available. You can purchase tickets online at Ticketmaster or by calling the Ohio State ticket office at 1-800-GO-BUCKS.
Here are some additional details about the game:
* **Date:** Thursday, August 29, 2024
* **Time:** 8 p.m. ET
* **Location:** Ohio Stadium, Columbus, Ohio
* **TV:** BTN
* **Live stream:** BTN2Go
* **Radio:** Ohio State Radio Network, Akron Sports Network
We hope you enjoy the game!
