Where to watch Ohio State Buckeyes vs. Purdue Boilermakers today
The Buckeyes visit the Boilermakers this afternoon in West Lafayette with a nationally ranked road team and a conference-stage kickoff that should draw a big audience. Here’s your at-a-glance guide for how and when to watch—without the fuss.
Kickoff, location, and time zones
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Date: Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025
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Kickoff: 1:00 p.m. ET / 12:00 p.m. CT / 6:00 p.m. GMT
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Venue: Ross-Ade Stadium, West Lafayette, Indiana
TV: which channel carries the game
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The matchup airs on the conference’s dedicated network (linear cable/satellite).
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If your TV package includes that network, just tune in at kickoff; it’s typically placed in the sports tier alongside other major college channels.
Quick check: Search your provider’s on-screen guide for the conference network; many systems label it with the league’s name.
Streaming options (live)
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Authenticated stream: Use the conference network’s official app or site and sign in with your cable/satellite/streaming-bundle credentials.
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Live-TV streaming bundles: Any bundle that includes the conference network will carry the game. If you’re trial-shopping, look for plans that list the league’s channel in the base or sports add-on.
Tip: If you’re unsure a bundle has the channel, add the plan to cart and verify the league network appears in the channel list before starting a trial.
Audio and live stats
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Team apps & sites: Both schools provide free game-day audio and real-time stats through their official athletics platforms.
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Local radio: Flagship stations in Columbus and West Lafayette will simulcast pregame, play-by-play, and postgame shows.
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National satellite radio: The game is typically slotted on a college-sports channel; check your receiver’s game-day listings.
If you’re outside the U.S.
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Canada (ET): Same kickoff time; availability mirrors U.S. carriers that include the conference network.
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UK (GMT): 6:00 p.m. start. Look for international sports packages that carry U.S. college channels or the network’s international feed.
Replay and highlights
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Full replay: Commonly posted on the conference network’s on-demand section a few hours after the final whistle (access requires a TV login).
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Condensed game & highlights: Expect a 15–30 minute cut and short clips to appear in each school’s official video hub and social channels later today.
Game-day checklist
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Verify your package includes the conference network (TV or live-TV bundle).
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If streaming, test your login on the network’s app before kickoff.
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For radio backup, bookmark each school’s official audio stream.
With the broadcast on the league’s channel and a straightforward authenticated stream, you’ll be set for Buckeyes-Boilermakers at 1:00 p.m. ET. Enjoy the game.