# Ohio State vs. Texas: how to watch in Austin

> The defending champs head to Austin for a rematch, and here is every way to catch it without cable.
- Title: Ohio State vs. Texas: how to watch in Austin · Decider
- Summary: The defending champs head to Austin for a rematch, and here is every way to catch it without cable. Kickoff is Saturday, September 12 at 7:30 p.m. ET on ABC…
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- Source: Decider — https://decider.com/2026/09/12/ohio-state-vs-texas-football-channel-start-time-where-to-watch-for-free
- Published: 2026-09-12T15:46:30+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: college football, ohio state, texas, abc, streaming, news, entertainment
## A rematch with real weight
Ohio State and Texas meet for the third straight season, this time in Austin. The Buckeyes won last year's opener 14-7 in Columbus and come in as defending national champions.

> we already have a game that feels awfully big
## Kickoff time and place
Saturday, September 12 at 7:30 p.m. ET, 6:30 p.m. CT, from DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium. The Longhorns get home-field advantage this round.
## It's on ABC
Chris Fowler calls play-by-play with Kirk Herbstreit on analysis. Holly Rowe and Laura Rutledge work the sidelines.
## Streaming without cable
DIRECTV, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV and YouTube TV all carry ABC, and the broadcast also runs through ESPN's streaming service.
## Check your local station
ABC access depends on where you live. Confirm your local affiliate is included in a service before you sign up for it.

> it's worth checking that your local ABC station is included before signing up
## Watching it free
DIRECTV's MySports package has a five-day free trial with ABC, and Fubo and YouTube TV offer trials to eligible new members. Note when each trial ends so you aren't charged.
## Key takeaway

Kickoff is Saturday, September 12 at 7:30 p.m. ET on ABC, and a DIRECTV free trial can get you in without paying.