It’s officially college football conference matchup time in the Big Ten, which means everyone will be giving it their all. A successful conference record can get you a berth in the conference championship, but it can also earn you bragging rights, and as football fans, we benefit from that.
Anything can happen in a big Big Ten conference battle, especially one with a lengthy history, and this week’s Peacock features an intriguing matchup between the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Michigan State Spartans in East Lansing. Here’s everything you should know.
On Saturday, September 28, the Ohio State Buckeyes and Michigan State Spartans will face off at 7:00 p.m. ET from Spartan Stadium in East Lansing, Michigan.
Where to watch Ohio State Buckeyes vs. Michigan State Spartans college football game?
Ohio State vs. Michigan State is a Peacock exclusive matchup, meaning it is only available to watch on the NBCU streaming service. So check out subscription plans now!
In addition to regular Big Ten and Notre Dame broadcasts on NBC, NBC Sports will offer exclusive games streaming live on Peacock throughout the season.
What to expect in Ohio State vs. Michigan State
Simply said, the Buckeyes are the clear favorite here. They’re currently the No. 3 team in the country and the top-ranked Big Ten school, and with Michigan on the decline, they’re definitely looking for a Big Ten championship redemption tale this year as well as a crack at a national title. Of course, they must first navigate the Big Ten, which includes games against Michigan, Oregon, and Penn State, but they appear to be in good shape thus far. They’re unbeaten, crushing opponents, and aiming to maintain their momentum.
Meanwhile, Michigan State’s going to do their best to land a shocking upset. After a disappointing 2023 season, the Spartans are off to a solid start in 2024, opening conference play with a win over Maryland and an overall 2-1 record so far, including last week’s loss to a strong Boston College team. They’re not really expected to be the spoiler in the Buckeyes’ season, but that’s the great thing about college football, especially when longtime conference foes duke it out. These teams have met more than 50 times over the course of more than 100 years, they’ve played.
Since 2011, Ohio State has won almost every year. When Michigan State does demonstrate something, however, magic can occur. So, make sure to head over to Peacock at 7:00 p.m. ET on Saturday, September 28 to see all of the Michigan State vs. Ohio State pyrotechnics.
