Back in October, the Oregon Ducks and the Ohio State University Buckeyes met in a dramatic, exciting game. Oregon trailed early in the fourth quarter, but came back and won the game by just one point. Today the two teams meet again at one of college football’s most famous venues.

Yes, it’s time for the 2025 Rose Bowl game.

No. 1 seed Oregon got a free pass last weekend thanks to a first-round bye, but Ohio State first had to get past No. 9 seed Tennessee to secure its spot in the quarterfinals, which they did with a 42-17 win succeeded without any problem.

One of the most iconic games in college sports begins later today; Here’s how to tune in.

Date and time Ohio State-Oregon: When does Ohio State play Oregon in the Rose Bowl?

The Ohio State University Buckeyes face the Oregon Ducks in the Rose Bowl today, January 1st at 5:00 PM EST.

What channel is Ohio State vs. Oregon on?

Arizona State vs. Texas airs on ESPN. So if you have access to the channel, just turn it on at game time to watch (or leave it on if you watched Peach Bowl this afternoon).

How to watch the Rose Bowl for free:

If you don’t have cable, the only way to stream Ohio State vs. Oregon Rose Bowl for free is to use a live TV streaming service with a free trial.

We recommend DIRECTV Stream, which offers new subscribers a five-day free trial. After the trial ends, you’ll pay $86.98/month and get access to over 90 live channels, including ESPN and ABC (which airs other CFP and bowl games this season).

Other ways to watch Ohio State vs. Oregon in the Rose Bowl:

While Sling TV doesn’t offer a free trial, it does offer affordable plans And Great first month deals make it an excellent choice if you want to save some money and check out the rest of the CFP and Bowl series.

Sling TVs Orange The plan includes ESPN and right now you can get 50% off your first month. Instead of $45.99, you pay $23.

Where is the Ohio State vs. Oregon game today?

The Rose Bowl between Ohio State and Oregon will be played at the stadium for which it is named: the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California.

Ohio State-Oregon Rose Bowl broadcast team:

Chris Fowler will be at the Rose Bowl with color commentary from Kirk Herbstreit and sideline reporting from Holly Rowe.

When is the Rose Parade? How to watch the Rose Parade:

Rose Bowl Day always begins with the Rose Parade in Pasadena. This year’s Rose Parade begins at 11 a.m. ET and will be broadcast live on NBC.

You can watch the Rose Parade for free with a free trial of DIRECTV Stream and it is also streaming live on Peacock ($7.99/month).

College Football Playoff Schedule:

There is still a lot of college football to play between now and January 20th. For a closer look at all the remaining games, here’s a look at who’s playing when from tonight through the entire National Championship.

Quarterfinals:

• Rose bowl: No. 1 Oregon vs. No. 8 Ohio StateJanuary 1 at 5:00 p.m. ET (ESPN)
• Sugar bowl: No. 2 Georgia vs. No. 7 Notre DameJanuary 1 at 8:45 p.m. ET (ESPN)

Semifinals:

• Orange peel: Fiesta Bowl winners vs. Sugar Bowl winnersJanuary 9 at 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN)
• Cotton cup: Peach Bowl Winners vs. Winner of the rose bowlJanuary 10 at 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN)

National Championship:

• January 20 at 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN)

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