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The wait is over: The 2024 College Football Playoffs are now underway. To wrap up the first round, the Ohio State Buckeyes will host the Tennessee Volunteers at home in Columbus, Ohio, tonight. On the heels of their multi-game winning streaks, the No. 8 Buckeyes and No. 9 Volunteers both maintain a 10-2 standing ahead of today’s CFP showdown, with the Buckeyes ranked fourth in the Big Ten and the Volunteers ranked second in the SEC.
At a Glance: How to Watch Tennessee vs. Ohio State Playoff Game Online
Stream: DirecTV Stream, fuboTV, Sling, Hulu + Live TV
Channel: ABC, ESPN
Date, Time: Dec. 21, 2024, at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT
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“Once you get into the playoffs, it’s a brand new start. And I think that’s what our guys have recognized now, the fact that they’ve earned the opportunity to play in the playoffs,” Ohio State head coach Ryan Day told reporters earlier this week.
Here’s everything to know to watch the Ohio State vs. Tennessee playoff game online today.
How to Watch Tennessee vs. Ohio State College Football Playoffs Game Online
Each of the below streaming services carry ABC in their channel lineups. Check out our streaming guide for the Tennessee vs. Ohio State game, including how to watch the matchup for free online.

Watch Tennessee vs. Ohio State on DirecTV Stream
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DirecTV Stream is one of the easiest ways to livestream today’s Tennessee vs. Ohio State playoff game without cable. The streaming service carries ABC in its Entertainment + Sports Pack, which comes with a five-day free trial.

Watch Tennessee vs. Ohio State on fuboTV
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College football fans can stream the Tennessee vs. Ohio State game with a fuboTV subscription. Plans include ABC to watch the College Football Playoffs matchup, and start at $44.99/month after the seven-day free trial.

Watch Tennessee vs. Ohio State on Sling TV
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Sling TV doesn’t currently have a free trial, but it’s still a budget-friendly choice for those looking to watch the College Football Playoffs without cable. Sling’s Blue plan comes with ABC and other local networks, starting at $22.50/month for the first month.

Watch Tennessee vs. Ohio State on Hulu + Live TV
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Hulu + Live TV is our editors’ top streaming bundle package. It comes with 95+ channels overall, including all of Hulu’s library and Disney+ and ESPN+. Stream the Tennessee vs. Ohio State game today with the free trial. After that, plans start at $82.99/month.
Tennessee vs. Ohio State Odds, Predications
Ohio State is expected to pull off the win in today’s playoff game against Tennessee, as oddsmakers have the Buckeyes as the (-265) favorites vs. Tennessee (+215).