Ohio State vs. Rutgers: Kick-off Time, TV Details, and What’s at Stake rinnn

nafox3 · November 19, 2025

Ohio State vs. Rutgers: Kick-off Time, TV Details, and What’s at Stake

Columbus, Ohio — The highly anticipated matchup between the No. 1 Ohio State Buckeyes and the Rutgers Scarlet Knights has finally locked in a time and broadcast network, bringing clarity to what will be one of the biggest regular-season home games for Ohio State this year. 247Sports+2sports.yahoo.com+2

Time & Channel

According to an official announcement from the Big Ten Conference, the game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus will kick-off at 12:00 p.m. Eastern Time on Saturday, November 22, 2025. The game will be broadcast nationally on Fox Sports. 247Sports+2sports.yahoo.com+2

For viewers in other U.S. time zones, that means:

  • 11:00 a.m. Central Time

  • 10:00 a.m. Mountain Time

  • 9:00 a.m. Pacific Time

The network assignment puts the game in what Fox markets as its “Big Noon Saturday” window, positioning it as a marquee early-afternoon college football broadcast. 

Why It Took Time

The kickoff time and network weren’t always set in stone. Just a week earlier, the Big Ten’s six-day selection process was still in play, meaning the Buckeyes-Rutgers game had potential timeslots of 12:00, 3:30 or 4:00 p.m. ET. The eventual early selection signals confidence in the matchup’s national draw. 

The Matchup & Stakes

Ohio State enters this game riding high — currently undefeated and aiming to cement its place as a national championship contender. Rutgers, meanwhile, brings a contrasting story: the Scarlet Knights have had an up-and-down season and arrive in Columbus looking for a signature win to redefine their trajectory. According to announcers, Ohio State has won all ten previous meetings between the schools, with an average margin of nearly 40 points. 247Sports

But this year, stakes are higher than ever:

  • For Ohio State, the game is their final home regular-season contest, which adds emotional and strategic weight. sports.yahoo.com

  • For Rutgers, defeating a top-ranked Buckeyes team on the road would mark a watershed moment in the program’s progression.

What to Watch

Early kickoff advantage: With a noon ET start, expect a large national television audience and strong viewership totals. The timing also means younger viewers in the Eastern and Central zones can tune in during midday.

Momentum and national implications: If Ohio State wins convincingly, it strengthens their playoff résumé and further cements their status as a dominant program. If Rutgers keeps it close or pulls off an upset, the ripple effects could be enormous for the Big Ten hierarchy.

Coaching and strategy battle: Both head coaches will be under the spotlight — Ohio State’s handling of its star personnel and Rutgers’ game plan to keep pace will be dissected in real time.

Broadcast extras: Since the game falls into Fox’s marquee slot, expect high-quality production, in-studio commentary, and expansive pre-game coverage. For die-hard fans, arrive early for warm-up analysis, predictions and viewers’ take-aways.

How to Watch

Tune in via Fox on your cable or satellite provider, or stream through any platform that carries Fox in your region (like the Fox Sports app or participating live-TV streaming services). Be sure to check your local affiliate for channel availability and any regional variations.

If you’re streaming: log in early, ensure your device is compatible (smart TV, mobile, tablet or computer), and test your connection ahead of kick-off so you don’t miss the start.

Final Thoughts

The Ohio State-Rutgers showdown may not have had its time and channel fixed until recently, but now that the details are set, it’s clear this game will be a major national event. With Ohio State’s home finale and Rutgers’ upset aspirations, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Whether you’re a Buckeyes super-fan or a neutral viewer hungry for college football drama, mark your calendar for Saturday, November 22 at 12:00 p.m. ET on Fox — because this one promises to deliver.

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