Overview

• Fox’s Big Noon Kickoff slate will feature the Buckeyes and Longhorns at noon Eastern on Saturday, Aug. 30, inside Ohio Stadium.
• Texas AD Chris Del Conte said a Sunday night date would shorten preparation time and clash with contractual obligations.
• Ohio State fans have voiced frustration after the team closed last season with six consecutive noon starts.
• An Ohio lawmaker has proposed a $10 million fine for any top-10 Buckeye home game that begins at noon to discourage early kickoffs.
• Ohio State’s first three nonconference contests now have set times, including a 3:30 p.m. Sept. 6 opener and a 7 p.m. Sept. 13 game on Peacock.