What channel is the Ohio State football game? How to watch OSU play

After a long wait, college football is back.

Ohio State is coming into the season ranked No. 1 by both The Associated Press and the American Football Coaches Association preseason polls. This is the team's ninth No. 1 selection, tying Alabama with the second-most preseason No. 1 selections all time.

Last season the Buckeyes finished 9-0 in the Big 10 and 12-2 overall. They look to improve after ending last year with a loss to Miami in the Cotton Bowl 24-14.

But before they can set their eyes on the playoffs, Ohio State will want to start the season with a victory against the Ball State Cardinals.

Last season, Ball State finished 4-8 with a 3-5 record in the Mid-American Conference.

Here's what to know about the Ohio State-Ball State game this weekend.

When does Ohio State play:

Kickoff: 12:30 p.m., Sept. 5, Ohio Stadium, Columbus

What channel is Ohio State vs Ball State on:

The game will be on the Big Ten Network.

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Is the Ohio State football game streaming?

Yes, you can stream the game on Fox One and Fubo.

Listen to Ohio State football: OSU radio station information

The Ohio State game will be broadcast in Akron on WAKR (1590-AM); in Canton on WHBC (1480-FM) and in Cleveland on WKNR (850-AM).

What is Ohio State football record against Ball State?

Ohio State and Ball State have never played against each other in football.

What is the spread for the Ohio State football game?:

Ohio State is favored by 50.5 points (odds by FanDuel).

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