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How to Watch Akron vs. Ohio State 2024 Football Game Live Without Cable

The No. 2 Ohio State Buckeyes kick off the 2024 college football season as one of the two prohibitive favorites to win the College Football Playoff National Championship. Following three straight seasons that ended short of their goals, the Buckeyes are looking to move the program to a new level with one of the most loaded rosters in recent OSU history. They open up on Saturday, Aug. 31 at 3:30 p.m. ET against the Akron Zips inside Ohio Stadium. The game is airing exclusively on CBS, which you can stream with a three-day free trial to Hulu + Live TV

How to Watch Ohio State vs. Akron

What Streaming Services Can You Use to Watch Ohio State vs. Akron?

The Ohio State vs. Akron game will be streaming on CBS, which is available with a subscription to Hulu + Live TV following a three-day free trial. Hulu + Live TV also includes the complete Disney bundle, so you can also watch all of the college football action on ESPN+. You can also stream CBS on Paramount Plus, DIRECTV STREAM, Fubo, and YouTube TV.

Can you stream Ohio State vs. Akron on Hulu Live TV?

Yes, you can. You can watch the Ohio State vs. Akron game on CBS with a subscription to Hulu + Live TV, which includes The Disney Bundle at no extra charge. You will also be able to stream ACC Network, ACC Network Extra, Big Ten Network, CBS Sports Network, ESPNU, SEC Network, and truTV.

If great entertainment at a value price is high on your list, Hulu + Live TV is an excellent way to stream all the 2024 college football action across all the big conferences. A subscription at $76.99 per month or more gets you free access to the Disney Bundle ($14.99 per month), so you’ll be able to stream Disney+, ESPN+, and Hulu all you want. And that’s alongside the top channels offered by Hulu + Live TV. Plus, it carries all the channels you need to watch live college football all season long. That kind of offering at that price point is why Hulu + Live TV ranks first on our list.

Keep in mind that on Oct. 17, Disney will raise the price of nearly all of its streaming products, including Hulu + Live TV. Both the plan that includes the ad-supported Disney bundle and the one that comes with the ad-free option will increase by $6 per month. So, mid-way through the season, it might be worth looking into a lower-cost option.

Can you stream Ohio State vs. Akron on DIRECTV STREAM?

You can watch the Ohio State vs. Akron game on CBS. Right now, you can get at least $30 off of DIRECTV STREAM subscription, plus + $10 off your first three months of the Choice Plan. You will also be able to stream ACC Network, Big Ten Network, CBS Sports Network, ESPNU, SEC Network, and truTV.

DIRECTV STREAM and its huge selection of top channels is a great choice for watching the 2024 college football season. The service comes with a five-day free trial for all new customers, and for a limited time, you’ll also get Max, Paramount+, STARZ, and MGM+ free for three months when you sign up at $79.99 per month.

DIRECTV STREAM carries most of the channels you’ll need to watch the 2024 college football season in their “Choice” plan for $108.99 per month. That will get you truTV, ACC Network, Big Ten Network, ESPNU, and SEC Network, along with staples like ABC, CBS, Fox, and NBC. You’ll also get access to your local NHL and NBA teams via regional sports networks.

Can you stream Ohio State vs. Akron on Paramount Plus?

You can watch the Ohio State vs. Akron game on CBS with a seven-day free trial of Paramount+.

Can you stream Ohio State vs. Akron on Fubo?

You can watch the Ohio State vs. Akron game on CBS with a free trial of Fubo. You will also be able to stream ACC Network, ACC Network Extra, Big Ten Network, CBS Sports Network, ESPNU, and SEC Network.

Can you stream Ohio State vs. Akron on YouTube TV?

You can watch the Ohio State vs. Akron game on CBS with YouTube TV. You will also be able to stream ACC Network, ACC Network Extra, Big Ten Network, CBS Sports Network, ESPNU, SEC Network, and truTV.

Can you stream Ohio State vs. Akron on Sling TV?

Unfortunately, Sling TV doesn’t offer CBS so you won’t be able to stream the Ohio State vs. Akron game. You would be able to stream ACC Network, ACC Network Extra, Big Ten Network, ESPNU, SEC Network, and truTV.

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Matt is The Streamable's News Editor and resident Ohio State fan. You can find him covering everything from breaking news to streaming comparisons to sporting events. Matt is extremely well-rounded, having worked for the Big Ten Conference, BroadwayWorld, True Crime Obsessed, and Land-Grant Holy Land before joining TS. He cut the cord in 2014, streams with a Fire TV, and his favorite titles include "The Bear," "The Great British Bake Off," "Mrs. Davis," and anything on the Hallmark Channel.

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