Get ready for an exciting season of Buckeye football! The Ohio State Football team has released its 2024 schedule, and it's packed with thrilling matchups and potential for greatness. From home games at the Horseshoe to road trips across the country, the Buckeyes will face a gauntlet of challenges. This article will delve into the details of each game, providing dates, times, TV channels, and the latest scores. Join us as we preview the upcoming season and highlight the key games that will shape Ohio State's destiny.
* Ohio State vs. Bowling Green
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* 7:30 p.m. ET, ESPN
* Ohio Stadium, Columbus, OH
The Buckeyes kick off their season at home against the Bowling Green Falcons. This matchup will be a chance for Ohio State to showcase its new talent and set the tone for the year. The Falcons are coming off a disappointing 2023 campaign, but they always play tough against Big Ten opponents.
* Ohio State at West Virginia
* 7:30 p.m. ET, ABC
* Mountaineer Field, Morgantown, WV
The Buckeyes travel to Morgantown for a highly anticipated clash with the West Virginia Mountaineers. This game will be a test for Ohio State's defense, as the Mountaineers boast a potent passing attack led by quarterback J.T. Daniels.
* Ohio State vs. Toledo
* Noon ET, FS1
* Ohio Stadium, Columbus, OH
Ohio State returns home to face the Toledo Rockets, a mid-major program that has enjoyed some success against FBS opponents in recent years. The Rockets will be looking to pull off an upset, but the Buckeyes will be heavily favored in this matchup.
* Ohio State at Notre Dame
* 7:30 p.m. ET, NBC
* Notre Dame Stadium, South Bend, IN
This is the most significant non-conference game on Ohio State's schedule. The Buckeyes travel to South Bend to face the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, a perennial powerhouse in college football. This will be a battle of two of the nation's most storied programs, and the atmosphere will be electric.
* Ohio State vs. Rutgers
* 3:30 p.m. ET, BTN
* Ohio Stadium, Columbus, OH
The Buckeyes return home to face the Rutgers Scarlet Knights, the newest member of the Big Ten. Rutgers has struggled to find its footing in the conference, but they will be looking to make a statement against Ohio State.
* Ohio State at Iowa
* 3:30 p.m. ET, FOX
* Kinnick Stadium, Iowa City, IA
Ohio State travels to Iowa City to face the Hawkeyes, a tough and physical team that always plays the Buckeyes tough. This will be a key game in the Big Ten East race, and it will be essential for Ohio State to secure a victory.
* Ohio State vs. Penn State
* 7:30 p.m. ET, ABC
* Ohio Stadium, Columbus, OH
The first of two major rivalry games for Ohio State this season, the Penn State Nittany Lions come to Columbus for a primetime matchup. This game is always one of the most intense in college football, and it will have a significant impact on the Big Ten East standings.
* Bye Week
The Buckeyes get a much-needed bye week after a grueling first seven games. This will give the team a chance to rest and prepare for the second half of the season.
* Ohio State at Michigan State
* Noon ET, FOX
* Spartan Stadium, East Lansing, MI
Ohio State travels to East Lansing to face the Michigan State Spartans, a team that has given the Buckeyes trouble in recent years. The Spartans have a physical defense and a talented running game, so Ohio State will need to be at its best to earn a victory.
* Ohio State vs. Maryland
* 3:30 p.m. ET, BTN
* Ohio Stadium, Columbus, OH
The Buckeyes return home to face the Maryland Terrapins, a team that has shown signs of improvement in recent years. The Terrapins have a dynamic passing attack led by quarterback Taulia Tagovailoa, so Ohio State's defense will need to be sharp.
* Ohio State at Indiana
* 3:30 p.m. ET, BTN
* Memorial Stadium, Bloomington, IN
Ohio State travels to Bloomington to face the Indiana Hoosiers, a team that has been rebuilding in recent years. The Hoosiers have a talented young quarterback in Connor Bazelak, but they will be facing a tough test against the Buckeyes.
* Ohio State vs. Michigan
* Noon ET, FOX
* Ohio Stadium, Columbus, OH
The biggest game of the season for Ohio State, the Michigan Wolverines come to Columbus for the annual rivalry game known as "The Game." This game will determine the Big Ten East champion and have major implications for the College Football Playoff.
* Ohio State at Northwestern
* 11:00 a.m. ET, ESPN2
* Ryan Field, Evanston, IL
Ohio State finishes the regular season with a trip to Evanston to face the Northwestern Wildcats. The Wildcats have been one of the worst teams in the Big Ten in recent years, but they always play hard against Ohio State.
* Saturday, December 7, 8:00 p.m. ET
* Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, IN
If Ohio State wins the Big Ten East, they will face the winner of the Big Ten West in the Big Ten Championship Game. This game will determine the Big Ten champion and could have major implications for the College Football Playoff.
