The LSU Tigers are set to face off against the South Carolina Gamecocks today. The Tigers are coming off a Week 2 win against Nicholls State, while the Gamecocks secured a comfortable victory over the Kentucky Wildcats.
Here’s how to watch the LSU vs. South Carolina game, even if you don’t have cable.
The game is scheduled for Saturday, September 14, 2024, at noon ET (9 a.m. PT) and will be broadcast on ABC. Streaming is available on Sling TV and other platforms listed below.
For those without a cable package that includes ABC, Sling TV is a cost-effective alternative to stream college football this season. Users are encouraged to consider the Orange + Blue with Sports Extra tier for enhanced coverage of NFL and college football games this fall.
The standard Orange + Blue plan is regularly priced at $60 per month, but a promotion is currently available that offers the first month for just $35. The Orange + Blue with Sports Extra plan will cost $50 for the first month and $75 thereafter. The Sports Extra add-on includes 18 channels like NFL Redzone, ESPNU, SEC Network, Big Ten Network, and ACC Network, making it ideal for football enthusiasts.
Sling TV is offering a substantial discount on a four-month prepay for the Orange + Blue tier plus Sports Extra, reduced from $300 to $219.
It’s also important to note that Sling TV does not include CBS; therefore, subscribers may want to add Paramount+ to their package.
Key features of the Sling TV Orange + Blue plan include:
– Access to 52 channels, including local ESPN, NBC, Fox, and ABC affiliates (when available)
– Coverage of most local NFL games and nationally broadcast events at competitive pricing
– 50 hours of cloud-based DVR storage with all subscription tiers
– An array of sports channels available through the Sports Extras add-on
Fubo is another service that offers comparable programming to local cable providers at a better price. It is particularly appealing for sports fans due to its extensive array of live sporting events.
Fubo packages provide access to college football games on local CBS affiliates, SEC Network, Big Ten Network, and ESPNU. NFL fans can also enjoy extensive coverage, including NFL on Fox, Sunday Night Football, and Monday Night Football.
Fubo is offering a $30 discount for the first month on any subscription tier, starting at $49.99 after a seven-day free trial.
Noteworthy features of Fubo include:
– No contracts, allowing for cancellation at any time
– A seven-day free trial for all pricing tiers
– The Pro tier offers over 200 channels for $49.99 for the first month
– The Elite with Sports Plus tier comes with 299 channels for $69.99 for the first month
– Unlimited cloud-based DVR recording is available on all tiers
– Viewing on multiple devices, including TVs, phones, and tablets
Hulu + Live TV is also an option to watch college football, providing access to 90 channels along with unlimited DVR storage. The bundle, which includes ESPN+ and Disney+, is available for $77 per month after a three-day free trial.
For those interested, ESPN+ will also stream select college football games, offering access to exclusive live sports, original shows, and a vast library of on-demand content for $11 per month or $110 annually for a 15% discount.
As fans anticipate the game, they can check out Amazon’s college football fan shop for officially licensed gear including jerseys, t-shirts, and more. Many deals are available, including discounts on TVs suited for watching sports.
As for team rankings, the LSU Tigers are currently placed No. 18 out of 134 teams, while the South Carolina Gamecocks rank No. 44. The College Football Playoff National Championship is scheduled for Monday, January 20, 2025, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.