Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Ohio Bobcats kick-off time
Here is everything you need to know to watch and live stream the NCAAF Week 1 matchup between the Nebraska Cornhuskers and the Ohio Bobcats. The game is scheduled to kick off on Saturday, September 5, at 12:00 p.m. ET (11:00 a.m. CT).
How to watch and live stream Nebraska vs Ohio
Whether you are watching on traditional television or streaming on the go, there are a few convenient ways to catch the action. The game will be televised nationally on FS1. For digital and mobile viewers, you can stream the game live using FOX One, which allows you to watch directly on your connected smart TV, phone, or tablet.
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If you are looking to live stream the game without a long-term cable commitment, Fubo is a fantastic option that includes FS1. You can watch the game completely for free by taking advantage of Fubo’s five-day free trial, which is available to all new subscribers.
To get started, simply visit the Fubo website, set up an account, and select a base subscription plan. Although you will need to enter a credit or debit card to activate the trial, you will not be charged as long as you remember to cancel your account in your settings before the five-day period expires.
After signing up, download the Fubo app on your preferred smart device, log in, and navigate to FS1 to enjoy the college football action at no cost.
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How to watch anywhere with VPN
For American football fans in the US, a VPN, like ExpressVPN, primarily solves region-locking restrictions by bypassing local TV blackouts. By connecting to a server in a different city or country, fans can watch out-of-market matchups or access cheaper, comprehensive international streaming packages like DAZN's NFL Game Pass, which includes every game live.
Additionally, VPN encryption prevents Internet Service Providers from throttling your bandwidth during high-traffic broadcasts, secures your personal data on public Wi-Fi networks, and allows you to access domestic streaming subscriptions like YouTube TV while traveling abroad.
Nebraska vs Ohio Preview
Ohio begins the 2026 season after finishing 9-4 last year and closing the season with a 17-10 win over UNLV in the Frisco Bowl. The Bobcats return running back Duncan Brune, who rushed for 585 yards and eight touchdowns in 2025, along with safety DJ Walker, who recorded 61 tackles and two interceptions. Ohio enters the season under first-year head coach John Hauser and has won 40 games over the past four years. Saturday’s game will be the first meeting between Ohio and Nebraska.
Nebraska begins its season after going 7-6 for the second straight year. The Cornhuskers have a new quarterback in Anthony Colandrea, who transferred from UNLV after throwing for 3,459 yards and 23 touchdowns last season. Wide receiver Jacory Barney Jr. returns after catching 45 passes for 484 yards and five touchdowns, while Nebraska brings back six starters on both offense and defense. The Huskers will host Ohio on Saturday at Memorial Stadium after ending 2025 with a 44-22 loss to Utah in the Las Vegas Bowl.
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