The USC Trojans will compete against the LSU Tigers today in the opening week of the 2024 NCAA college football season. Both teams are looking to recover from the departure of their star quarterbacks, Caleb Williams and Jayden Daniels, who moved on to the NFL.
The highly anticipated matchup is set to take place in Las Vegas, NV, promising excitement for fans this Week 1. Here’s how and when to watch the USC vs. LSU game.
The game will kick off on Sunday, September 1, 2024, at 7:30 p.m. ET (4:30 p.m. PT). Viewers can tune in on ABC, and streaming is available on Sling TV and other platforms.
For those who don’t have cable subscriptions that offer ABC, there are several streaming options. One cost-efficient way to stream college football this season is through Sling TV. The recommended Orange + Blue package with Sports Extra provides additional channels for NFL and college games. The regular cost for the Orange + Blue plan is $60 per month, but it is currently available for $35 for the first month due to a promotion. The plan with Sports Extra is available for $50 for the first month, and then $75 monthly afterward.
Sling TV includes 52 channels, with access to most local NFL games and major nationally broadcast games. Each subscription includes 50 hours of cloud DVR storage, and additional sports channels can be added via the Sports Extras package.
Another option is FuboTV, which offers extensive access to college football and NFL games without a cable subscription. A seven-day free trial is available, and FuboTV’s Pro tier includes over 180 channels and 1,000 hours of cloud DVR recording. However, it is important to note that FuboTV includes CBS, which is not available through Sling TV.
Hulu + Live TV is another alternative, providing access to at least 90 channels, including ABC. This package also includes unlimited DVR storage and the ESPN+ option. For those with an ESPN+ subscription, the platform offers exclusive coverage of certain college sports games.
As the anticipation grows for the game, fans can explore Amazon’s college football fan shop, which features a variety of officially licensed team merchandise.
Currently, the USC Trojans are ranked 21 out of 134 teams, while the LSU Tigers hold the 12th spot. The College Football Playoff National Championship is scheduled to take place on January 20, 2025, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.