College Football Schedule for Week 12: Key Games and TV Times

As Week 12 of the 2024 college football season unfolds, several high-profile games are set to take place. Here’s a look at some of the key matchups and their respective TV times.

No. 1 Oregon, currently undefeated, will face Wisconsin at 7:30 p.m. ET on NBC. This game promises to be a significant test for the top-ranked Ducks.

No. 2 Ohio State will take on Northwestern at Wrigley Field, with the game kicking off at 12 p.m. ET and broadcast on the Big Ten Network. Ohio State looks to maintain its strong position in the College Football Playoff (CFP) rankings.

No. 3 Texas, another contender in the CFP rankings, will face Arkansas at 12 p.m. ET on ABC and ESPN+. This matchup is crucial for Texas as it seeks to solidify its position in the top four.

No. 4 Penn State will play Purdue at 3:30 p.m. ET on CBS. Penn State aims to keep its undefeated streak intact and remain a strong contender for the playoffs.

No. 10 Alabama, under new coach Kalen DeBoer, will host Mercer at 2 p.m. ET on ESPN+ and SEC Network+. This game serves as a tune-up before Alabama’s more challenging matchups in the coming weeks[4].

Other notable games include No. 7 Tennessee at No. 12 Georgia at 7:30 p.m. ET on ABC and ESPN+, and No. 8 Notre Dame vs. Virginia at 3:30 p.m. ET on NBC. The evening will also feature No. 9 BYU vs. Kansas at 10:15 p.m. ET on ESPN[3].