Fans eager to witness the Ohio State Buckeyes in action at Ohio Stadium during the 2024 football season can mark their calendars for a total of eight home games. The opponents for the 2024 and 2025 Big Ten Conference football seasons were announced today, although specific dates are yet to be confirmed.
The 2024 Ohio State season will include eight home games at Ohio Stadium, including the historic 120th matchup against Michigan. Additionally, the Buckeyes will host Big Ten home games against Illinois, Iowa, Northwestern, and Rutgers. Non-conference home games will be against Southern Mississippi, Western Michigan, and Marshall.
On the road, Ohio State will face tough competition in Big Ten away games against Michigan State, Minnesota, Penn State, and UCLA. The exact dates for these games will be revealed later this fall.
One significant change for the 2024 season is the elimination of divisions within the Big Ten Conference. Instead, all 16 teams, including newcomers UCLA and USC, will engage in a nine-game conference season. This format ensures that each team plays every other conference opponent at least twice over a four-year period. The Big Ten Championship game, commencing in 2024, will feature the top two teams in the overall conference standings, with the winner claiming the Big Ten championship.
Excitement surrounds the expanded 12-team College Football Playoff format debuting in the 2024 season. The top four highest-seeded conference champions will earn first-round byes, while teams ranked fifth to eighth will host first-round CFP games.
Ohio State season ticket holders from the 2023 season will have the opportunity to renew their tickets for the 2024 season in the coming months. Those interested in becoming season ticket holders or exploring other ticket packages for the 2023 season should stay tuned for further updates.
Looking ahead to the 2025 season, Ohio State fans can anticipate thrilling home matchups against Texas and USC at Ohio Stadium. These games promise to be highly anticipated events, showcasing top-tier college football talent in one of the sport’s most iconic venues.
With the introduction of the new Flex Protect Plus scheduling model in the 2024 Big Ten football season, Ohio State and other member institutions will navigate a combination of protected and rotating opponents. Each team will continue to play nine intraconference games per season, ensuring a balanced and competitive schedule for all.
As the countdown to kickoff begins, Buckeyes fans everywhere eagerly await another season of exhilarating football action and unforgettable moments at Ohio Stadium.
