Ohio State University has been denied a night home game for the upcoming season after broadcaster Fox declined to schedule the matchup in a prime-time slot, according to reports. The decision means the Buckeyes will play their home game in a daytime window, a move that has drawn criticism from fans and analysts who argue that night games enhance atmosphere and recruitment.
The network's scheduling choices have been a point of contention in the Big Ten conference, with several programs seeking more evening kickoffs for high-profile matchups. Ohio State, one of the conference's most prominent programs, had hoped to host a night game at Ohio Stadium to capitalize on the electric environment.
