Who are Texas vs Ohio State game announcers on ESPN? All you need to know about the CFP Semi-Final game’s coverage team

The Texas Longhorns and the Ohio State Buckeyes face off in the College Football Playoff semifinals on Friday at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The No. 8 Ohio State enters the matchup fresh off a dominant 41-21 victory over No. 1 Oregon in the Rose Bowl.

Meanwhile, No. 5 Texas secured a thrilling 39-31 win against Arizona State in double overtime during the Peach Bowl. With the first 12-team College Football Playoff underway, the stakes couldn’t be higher as the two powerhouse programs battle for a spot in the championship game.

Here’s a comprehensive guide to the game’s time, channel and broadcast details for the Cotton Bowl.

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Texas vs Ohio State game announcers

The broadcast team for the Cotton Bowl on ESPN includes the renowned Chris Fowler as the play-by-play commentator, Kirk Herbstreit providing in-depth analysis and Holly Rowe reporting from the sidelines. The team has become synonymous with major college football games.

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What time is the Texas vs Ohio State game?

Kickoff for the Cotton Bowl semifinal between Texas and Ohio State is scheduled for Friday at 7:30 p.m. ET at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.

Date: Friday, Jan. 10

Time: 7:30 p.m. ET

Venue: AT&T Stadium, Arlington, Texas

TV Channel: ESPN

Live Streaming: Available on FuboTV

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What to expect in the Texas vs Ohio State matchup?

The 89th Cotton Bowl Classic will bring together two elite units in college football. Quarterback Will Howard and standout freshman receiver Jeremiah Smith comprise Ohio State's high-powered offense.

Howard has thrown for 630 yards and five touchdowns in two playoff games and has been in peak form, completing 72.6% of his passes for 3,490 yards and 32 touchdowns this season.

While Smith, meanwhile, has been unstoppable with 13 catches for 290 yards and four touchdowns. He has tallied 1,224 receiving yards and 14 touchdowns this season.

On the other side, Texas’ defense, anchored by linebacker Colin Simmons and cornerback Jahdae Barron, has been formidable. Simmons leads the team with nine sacks, while Barron has recorded five interceptions this season.

Texas quarterback Quinn Ewers has had a strong season, completing 66.5% of his passes for 3,189 yards and 29 touchdowns. In the Peach Bowl win over Arizona State, he threw for 322 yards and three touchdowns.

Running back Quintrevion Wisner has been another offensive weapon for the Longhorns, amassing over 1,000 rushing yards this season, including a two-touchdown performance against Clemson in the first round.

According to the updated game lines posted to FanDuel Sportsbook for the matchup, Ohio State is a 5.5-point favorite against Texas. FanDuel lists the total at 53.5 points for the game.

The history between the two teams adds intrigue. Texas holds a 2-1 edge in the all-time series, with their most recent win coming in the 2008 Fiesta Bowl.