As college football continues to evolve, the 2024 season brings a slew of changes to the way fans watch games. With new television contracts, network shifts, and expanded playoff coverage, here's your comprehensive guide to navigating the updated landscape of college football broadcasting.

The SEC Moves to ABC

In a major shakeup, the SEC has transitioned from CBS to ABC/ESPN after 28 years. Starting Week 1, ABC will air a doubleheader featuring Miami at Florida (3:30 p.m.) and Notre Dame at Texas A&M (7:30 p.m.).

ABC will continue the tradition of broadcasting an SEC game at 3:30 p.m. every week, but unlike CBS, it will have the flexibility to move some games into its prime-time slot, with Chris Fowler and Kirk Herbstreit leading the coverage. The iconic CBS college football theme will still be heard, though it will not be part of ABC's broadcasts.

CBS Takes on the Big Ten

With the SEC no longer on CBS, the network is now focusing on the Big Ten. CBS will air games at 3:30 p.m. each Saturday, complemented by Fox's noon and NBC's 7:30 p.m. slots for Big Ten games. Notable matchups include Michigan vs. Ohio State (Nov. 30) and Texas vs. Michigan (Sept. 7). Brad Nessler and Gary Danielson will call the action for CBS's Big Ten games.

Fox will continue to lead with top Big Ten picks, while NBC, having received a traded pick, will broadcast the Ohio State vs. Oregon game (Oct. 12) in prime time.

Nick Saban Joins Saturday Mornings

Retired coaching legend Nick Saban joins ESPN's "College GameDay" this season, alongside familiar faces like Kirk Herbstreit and Rece Davis. The crew will kick off their season in College Station, Texas, ahead of the Notre Dame-Texas A&M game. Fox's "Big Noon Kickoff" retains its lineup with Rob Stone, Urban Meyer, Matt Leinart, Brady Quinn, and Mark Ingram.

TNT Enters the CFP Picture

ESPN will continue to lead the College Football Playoff (CFP) coverage, but TNT has secured sublicensing rights for two of the Dec. 21 first-round games. ESPN will retain the top two picks for prime-time slots, while TNT will handle the afternoon games, aligning with NFL broadcasts on NBC and Fox.

Fox Introduces Friday Night Games

Fox is repurposing its Friday night slot for college football, with games starting Sept. 13 featuring Arizona at Kansas State. The lineup includes nine Big Ten games, two Big 12 contests, and the Mountain West championship. ESPN/ESPN2, FS1, and the Big 12 Network will also feature Friday night games.

The CW Expands Its College Football Coverage

The CW extends its college football presence with a new package including most Oregon State and Washington State home games, and seven Mountain West contests. Notably, Thom Brennaman will call ACC games, with Ted Robinson and J.B. Long covering West Coast games.

New Kickoff Times on SEC Network

ESPN is adjusting SEC game times to 12:45 p.m., 4:15 p.m., and 7:45 p.m., diverging from the traditional noon, 3:30 p.m., and 7:30 p.m. slots. This change aims to spread out SEC coverage and improve viewer experience. Networks and specific game timings will be confirmed closer to kickoff.

Pac-12 After Dark Lives On

Despite the Pac-12's dissolution, ESPN will continue to showcase late-night games with former Pac-12 teams and BYU. Expect matchups like New Mexico at Arizona and San Diego State at Cal to fill the 10:30 p.m. slot.

Notre Dame Broadcast Changes

NBC has made changes to its Notre Dame coverage. Dan Hicks returns as lead play-by-play announcer, replacing Jac Collinsworth, while Jason Garrett remains the color commentator. The Sept. 28 Louisville game will be streamed exclusively on Peacock, along with several Big Ten games.

New Voices in the Booth

ESPN and Fox are introducing new voices this season. Roddy Jones replaces Robert Griffin III alongside Mark Jones, while Louis Riddick joins Bob Wischusen. On Fox, Devin Gardner is the new color analyst with Tim Brando on the No. 3 team, covering games like Western Michigan vs. Wisconsin.

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With these updates, the 2024 college football season promises to be a dynamic and engaging experience for fans across the country. Adjust your viewing habits and enjoy the new era of college football broadcasting!