SEC Finalizes Flexible Kickoff Window for Tennessee-Oklahoma Nov. 1 College Football Playoff Game

The kickoff time for Oklahoma's upcoming football game at Tennessee on November 1 remains undecided, with the SEC announcing a flexible window for kickoff times at either mid-afternoon or evening hours, and the game will be broadcast on either ABC or ESPN. This game is significant as it marks Oklahoma's first trip to Tennessee's Neyland Stadium in a decade and holds importance for both teams' College Football Playoff prospects, with Tennessee ranked No. 17 and Oklahoma No. 13. The matchup has a historical rivalry context, with Oklahoma leading the all-time series 3-2, including a notable double-overtime win in Knoxville in 2015, and Tennessee's head coach Josh Heupel having ties to Oklahoma as a former national title-winning quarterback. The SEC will finalize the game time after the October 25 slate of games, considering the outcomes to determine the best broadcast slot. Meanwhile, Oklahoma State's November 1 game against Kansas has a set kickoff time of 3 p.m. ET and will be streamed on ESPN+, highlighting ongoing scheduling for Big 12 games. Overall, the flexibility in scheduling reflects the SEC's approach to maximize viewership and accommodate significant matchups as teams vie for playoff positioning.