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A clash between Big Ten foes headlines a Week 7 slate bursting with enticing matchups.
No. 4 Ohio State takes on No. 5 Indiana in a rematch of the 2025 Big Ten championship. The Buckeyes have rattled off four straight wins since their defeat to Texas, looking every bit like the heavyweight they were tipped to be heading into the year. They should get quite the test in the Hoosiers, who have maintained their perch on the Big Ten standings despite losing Fernando Mendoza.
Curt Cignetti's side doesn't look quite as daunting as it did last year — victories over Northwestern and Nebraska were unconvincing. Nevertheless, with Josh Hoover leading the line, the Hoosiers should feel optimistic. A partisan Memorial Stadium crowd should help aid in fostering that sentiment.
The Sporting News is tracking live updates from Ohio State's clash with Indiana. Follow below for highlights, analysis and more as two of college football's best sides meet under the autumn sun.
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Ohio State vs. Indiana score
Ohio State vs. Indiana updates, highlights from 2026 college football game
(All times Eastern)
12:11 p.m.: Both teams are out on the field! We're mere moments away from the start of this clash of top-five sides.
12:05 p.m.: Josh Hoover gets his first real chance to showcase his talents against an elite program in Indiana colors. The former TCU standout has produced impressive figures thus far in his Bloomington career. He'll hope to recreate those outings in a raucous Memorial Stadium atmosphere on Saturday afternoon.
IU quarterback Josh Hoover warms up before taking on No. 4 Ohio State. https://t.co/w6Zkk1nodN
— WRTV Indianapolis (@wrtv) October 17, 2026
Where to watch Ohio State vs. Indiana
Ohio State vs. Indiana start time
- Date: Saturday, Oct. 17
- Time: 12 p.m. ET |11 a.m. CT
Saturday's game between Ohio State and Indiana is set to kick off at 12 p.m. ET from Memorial Stadium in Bloomington.
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Ohio State vs. Indiana TV channel
Fox will have the broadcast of Ohio State vs. Indiana in Bloomington with Gus Johnson and Joel Klatt on the call. Fans looking for an alternate streaming option can use Fubo and DIRECTV, which both offer free trials for new users.
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Ohio State schedule
Here's how Ohio State's schedule shakes out for the rest of the season.
| Date | Game | Time |
| 10/31 | at USC | TBD |
| 11/7 | vs. Oregon | TBD |
| 11/14 | vs. Northwestern | TBD |
| 11/21 | at Nebraska | TBD |
| 11/28 | vs. Michigan | TBD |
Indiana schedule
Here's a look at Indiana's schedule through the end of the regular season.
| Date | Game | Time |
| 10/24 | at Michigan | 12 p.m. |
| 10/31 | vs. Minnesota | TBD |
| 11/14 | vs. USC | TBD |
| 11/21 | at Washington | TBD |
| 11/28 | vs. Purdue | TBD |