The short version: Ohio State visits Indiana on Saturday, October 17, 2026. Kickoff is at noon ET, and it’s on FOX.
Yes, it’s a rematch of last December’s Big Ten title game, the one Indiana won 13-10. Nobody in Bloomington has forgotten that, and nobody in Columbus has either. [Add: where you watched last year’s game and what you remember most.]
Game Time and TV Info
- Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
- Kickoff: 12:00 p.m. ET (11 a.m. Central, 10 a.m. Mountain, 9 a.m. Pacific)
- Where: Memorial Stadium, Bloomington, Indiana
- TV: FOX, as part of Big Noon Kickoff
- Announcers: Gus Johnson and Joel Klatt
No cable? FOX is carried by most live TV streaming services, and the FOX app and Fox One work too. Log in with a provider or subscribe, and check your local channel before the weekend, not at 11:58. Times can still shift, so glance at the Big Ten or FOX schedule closer to game day.
Where Both Teams Stand
Indiana is 5-0. The Hoosiers beat North Texas, Howard, Western Kentucky and Northwestern at home, then went to Rutgers and won. Not one of those was a thriller you’d call a classic, which is kind of the point. They keep winning.
Ohio State is 4-1. The only loss was on the road at Texas in Week 2, against the No. 1 team in the country at the time. Since then the Buckeyes have taken care of Ball State, Kent State and Illinois, and they went to Iowa and won. This week they host Maryland, so they’ll arrive in Bloomington with a game under their belt.
Both teams are ranked in the top 10 right now, though the exact numbers move every Sunday, so check the latest poll. [Add: your own gut feeling going into this one.]
Why This Game Matters
Last season, Indiana beat Ohio State in Indianapolis for its first win over the Buckeyes in decades, and then went on to win the national title. That’s the backdrop. Cignetti’s team is the defending champion now, so every opponent circles the date, and Ohio State has had ten months to think about it.
There’s also the Big Ten race. Win this one and you’ve got a big edge in the league and a stronger playoff résumé. Lose it and you’re staring at the standings, hoping. For Indiana there’s an extra wrinkle: the very next Saturday is at Michigan. Ohio State, meanwhile, is off that weekend. That’s a nice rest for the Buckeyes, and a tricky two-week stretch for the Hoosiers.
What to Watch For
Indiana’s offense against Ohio State’s front. The Buckeyes have one of the better defenses in the country on paper, and Indiana will need to move the ball without giving it away. Last year’s score was 13-10. Don’t expect a shootout to be guaranteed.
Ohio State’s offense on the road. The Buckeyes are putting up over 500 yards a game. Memorial Stadium on a big day is loud, though, and a young quarterback or a wide receiver room that hasn’t played in this kind of noise can wobble. [Add: who you think matters most, and why.]
Turnovers and special teams. Boring answer, true answer. Games like this usually come down to one or two plays, a fumble, a missed kick, a short field.
The crowd. Indiana has sold out and then some for big games, and this is the biggest home game in a long time. The atmosphere could be a factor early.
My Take
I think it’s close, honestly. Home field and the confidence of a champion vs. a talented team with something to prove and a loss that hurt. If I had to pick, I’d say [add: your pick and a short reason, even if it’s a hunch]. Come back after kickoff and tell me how wrong I was.
Quick Recap
Ohio State at Indiana. Saturday, October 17. Noon ET. FOX. Memorial Stadium. Big Ten title rematch, two ranked teams, a loud crowd. That’s the whole thing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does Indiana play Ohio State?
Kickoff is at noon ET on Saturday, October 17, 2026. That’s 11 a.m. Central, 10 a.m. Mountain and 9 a.m. Pacific.
What channel is Indiana vs Ohio State on?
FOX, as part of Big Noon Kickoff. Gus Johnson and Joel Klatt have the call.
Where is the Indiana vs Ohio State game?
At Memorial Stadium in Bloomington, Indiana, Indiana’s home field.
How can I stream Indiana vs Ohio State?
Through the FOX app or Fox One, or on any live TV streaming service that carries FOX in your area.
What happened the last time Indiana played Ohio State?
Indiana won 13-10 in the 2025 Big Ten Championship Game in Indianapolis.
What are the records for Indiana and Ohio State this season?
Indiana is 5-0 and Ohio State is 4-1, with its only loss coming at Texas in Week 2. Records will change as games are played, so check before kickoff.
Who does Indiana play after Ohio State?
Indiana travels to face Michigan on Saturday, October 24. Ohio State is off that weekend.