The 2024 Big Ten Championship Game promises to be a thrilling showdown as the Penn State Nittany Lions face off against the Oregon Ducks on Saturday at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. This high-powered clash, which will be broadcast live on CBS, features James Franklin’s 11-1 Penn State squad taking on undefeated Oregon (12-0).
For the Ducks, this is their first season in the Big Ten, and they are just one win away from securing their conference title. Penn State, on the other hand, is eager to overcome its underdog status and claim a spot at the top of the College Football Playoff rankings.
Oregon vs. Penn State game announcers

The high-powered matchup will be broadcast live on CBS with Brad Nessler who will be handling the play-by-play commentary, one of the most experienced voices in college football, known for his in-depth game analysis. He will be joined in the booth by analyst Gary Danielson, a former NFL quarterback who brings long-game expertise and a knack for breaking down complex plays in simple terms.
Reporting from the sidelines will be Jenny Dell, who will be conducting players' and coaches' interviews from the ground and will add depth to the coverage.
What time is the Oregon vs. Penn State game?
The Big Ten Championship Game between Oregon Ducks (9-0, 12-0) and the Penn State Nittany Lions (8-1, 11-1) is set to kick off at 8:00 p.m. ET on Saturday at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.
Date: Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024
Time: 8:00 p.m. ET
Venue: Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, Indiana
TV Channel: CBS Network
Live Streaming: Available on FuboTV and SlingTV
What to expect in the Oregon vs. Penn State matchup
Oregon, the only remaining unbeaten team in the FBS, has excelled in its debut Big Ten season, overcoming the powerhouses Ohio State and Michigan along the way. Meanwhile, Penn State, after an early-season loss to Ohio State, has fought back to earn its spot in the title game.
Historically, Penn State leads the series 3-1, with their last matchup taking place in the 1995 Rose Bowl, which the Nittany Lions won. However, a win for Oregon this time would mark another chapter for them in history, as the Ducks could join Michigan State as the only teams to defeat Ohio State, Michigan, and Penn State in the same season.
For Penn State, this is a chance to rewrite its script against No. 1 teams. Although their last win against a top-ranked opponent came in 1990, the Nittany Lions are capable of pulling off an upset, especially with their balanced offense and disciplined defense.
The game is expected to be a close contest. While Oregon is favored by 3.5 points, according to FanDuel Sportsbook which suggests a closer margin. Both teams vie for the Big Ten title and a potential No. 1 playoff seed.
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