Kent State faces No. 6 Ohio State on Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Ohio Stadium, Columbus, OH. Kickoff is scheduled for 12:00 PM ET. The game airs on FOX. Below is a factual Week 3 college football matchup preview with current odds where available, including point spread, moneyline, over/under, venue, and broadcast information. Lines may move before kickoff.
Kent State vs Ohio State odds and betting lines
| Matchup detail | Line / info |
|---|---|
| Records | Kent State 1-1 · Ohio State 1-1 |
| Point spread | OSU -52.5 |
| Moneyline | TBD — check public books closer to kickoff |
| Over/under | 58.5 |
| Location | Ohio Stadium, Columbus, OH |
| Date | Saturday, September 19, 2026 |
| Kickoff time | 12:00 PM ET |
| TV channel | FOX |
Odds: DraftKings lines reported via ESPN around research time. Lines may move before kickoff.
How to watch Kent State vs Ohio State
- Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
- Time: 12:00 PM ET
- Venue: Ohio Stadium, Columbus, OH
- TV: FOX
Kent State preview
Kent State (1-1) visits Ohio State on Saturday, September 19, 2026. Kent State lists head coach Mark Carney. Early watch items include Week 3 identity, explosive-play balance, and matching the opponent's tempo in a FOX window.
No. 6 Ohio State preview
No. 6 Ohio State (1-1) hosts at Ohio Stadium. Ohio State lists head coach Ryan Day. Home-field framing, early-season continuity, and situational football are the factual focus points for this Week 3 preview.