The 2024 Big Ten Championship is set to be a thrilling showdown between two programs that have been apart for nearly 30 years. No. 1 Oregon, with its unbeaten 12-game regular season, is ready to face off against No. 3 Penn State in the conference title game. This is a moment that could potentially change the college football landscape.

Witness the Battle for the Big Ten Crown

Oregon's Dominance in the Big Ten

In their first season as a Big Ten member, the Ducks have made a resounding entrance. Sixth-year quarterback Dillon Gabriel has emerged as a Heisman Trophy candidate, throwing for 3,275 yards, 24 touchdowns, and six interceptions while adding seven rushing scores. But Oregon's talent doesn't stop at the quarterback position. Head coach Dan Lanning's team boasts a collection of talented offensive weapons, including RB Jordan James and WR Tez Johnson. Their dominant pass rush racked up 39 total sacks in the regular season, making them a force to be reckoned with. From top to bottom, Oregon's roster is elite and capable of bringing home a National Championship. However, they did have a few close calls this season, such as their 37-34 win over Boise State, 32-31 win over Ohio State, and 16-13 win over Wisconsin. This shows that they may be vulnerable enough for Penn State to pull off an upset.

Penn State's Journey to the Big Ten Championship

The Nittany Lions are making their first Big Ten Championship appearance since 2016. They went 11-1 in the regular season, with their only loss coming against Ohio State by a score of 20-12. But those same Buckeyes were upset by Michigan in Week 14, earning Penn State a chance to play for the title in Indianapolis. The Nittany Lions are looking to make their mark and prove that they belong at the top. Their offense has shown signs of life, with star tight end Tyler Warren and running back Nicholas Singleton leading the way. If they can continue to play at a high level, they could give Oregon a run for their money.

The Importance of the Big Ten Championship

The winner of Saturday's conference title game between the Ducks and Nittany Lions will earn an automatic first-round bye in the upcoming College Football Playoff. The loser, however, could see their playoff outlook shift depending on how the CFP committee views the competitiveness of this matchup and how the other conference championships shape up. This game is not only a battle for the Big Ten crown but also a chance for both teams to secure a spot in the playoffs. The stakes are high, and both teams will be giving it their all.The Sporting News is tracking live updates and highlights as Oregon and Penn State face off in the 2024 Big Ten Championship on Saturday night. Follow along with the action below.MORE COLLEGE FOOTBALL PLAYOFF NEWS:Oregon vs. Penn State scoreQ1Q2Q3Q4FPenn State3––––Oregon7––––Oregon vs. Penn State live updates, results, highlights from 2024 Big Ten Championship(All times ET)8:33 p.m. — Noah Whittington finds a gap for a 26-yard gain on Oregon's first play of the drive. The Ducks haven't had any issues with the Nittany Lions' defense so far.Oregon 7, Penn State 38:29 p.m. FIELD GOAL — The Nittany Lions found some offensive juice, but their first drive stalled out inside Oregon's 20-yard line. Ryan Barker connects on a field goal to make it a four-point game.8:26 p.m. — Penn State's offense, looking to answer, is finding now some momentum. Star tight end Tyler Warren caught his first pass to convert on a third down, then running back Nicholas Singleton broke free for a 41-yard run.Singleton getting things going for @pennstatefball. pic.twitter.com/HSy4EN7N5Q— CBS Sports College Football (@CBSSportsCFB) December 8, 2024Oregon 7, Penn State 08:18 p.m. TOUCHDOWN — What. A. Hurdle. Gabriel finds Kenyon Sadiq, who does the rest by leaping over his defender on a 28-yard sprint to the end zone. The Ducks lead early.HURDLE!! TOUCHDOWN DUCKS!! pic.twitter.com/SPqWsUq5Rl— CBS Sports (@CBSSports) December 8, 20248:16 p.m. — Oregon is quickly into Penn State territory, as Gabriel found Tez Johnson for a 17-yard gain.8:14 p.m. — Dillon Gabriel and the Ducks begin this matchup with the ball. They’re underway in Indy.8:09 p.m. — These two teams have been introduced to the Lucas Oil Stadium crowd. The Big Ten Championship is about to begin.8:06 p.m. — With Georgia’s win over Texas in the SEC Championship, this Big Ten Championship will virtually be a matchup for the CFP’s No. 1 seed.7:50 p.m. — The Nittany Lions, meanwhile, are in their all-white uniforms:Battle ready. pic.twitter.com/ucTBRQtJk5— Penn State Football (@PennStateFball) December 8, 20247:43 p.m. — Approaching kickoff in Indianapolis, here’s a look at the Ducks’ uniforms tonight:The Oregon Ducks rocking their new uniform combination tonight in Indy. pic.twitter.com/qokZTGXbsF— CBS Sports College Football (@CBSSportsCFB) December 8, 20245:55 p.m. — A win tonight would move Oregon, FBS’ only remaining undefeated team, to 13-0 this season.Championship Opportunity.#GoDucks pic.twitter.com/pfDHg4yiFp— Oregon Football (@oregonfootball) December 7, 20245:51 p.m. — Two of the Big Ten’s most efficient quarterbacks will match up in this game. Dillon Gabriel (73.5%) led the conference in completion percentage in the regular season, while Drew Allar (71.6%) ranked third.5:47 p.m. — Here’s a look at the scene for tonight’s Big Ten title game at Lucas Oil Stadium:Game 13 pic.twitter.com/N9j6Tf4EPN— Penn State Football (@PennStateFball) December 7, 2024Oregon vs. Penn State start timeDay: December 7, 2024Time: 8 p.m. ETThe Ducks and Nittany Lions will face off at 8 p.m. ET on Saturday. The Big Ten Championship will be played at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana.It will also mark the first head-to-head matchup between Penn State and Oregon since the 1995 Rose Bowl.MORE: NFL vet reveals how Penn State can upset Oregon in Big Ten ChampionshipWhat channel is Oregon vs. Penn State on today?TV Channel: CBSStreaming: Paramount+, FuboSaturday’s matchup between Oregon and Penn State will be broadcast on CBS. Streaming options include Paramount+ or Fubo, which carries CBS in its lineup.College football schedule for conference championship weekFriday, Dec. 6Stream all of Friday’s games live on FuboMatchupTime (ET)TV channelWestern Kentucky vs. Jacksonville State7 p.m.CBSSNNo. 20 UNLV vs. No. 10 Boise State8 p.m.FoxTulane vs. No. 24 Army8 p.m.ABCSaturday, Dec. 7Stream all of Saturday’s games live on FuboMatchupTime (ET)TV channelNo. 16 Iowa State vs. No. 15 Arizona StateNoonABCOhio vs. Miami (Ohio)NoonESPNSouthern vs. Jackson State2 p.m.ESPN2No. 5 Georgia vs. No. 2 Texas4 p.m.ABCMarshall vs. Louisiana7:30 p.m.ESPNNo. 3 Penn State vs. No. 1 Oregon8 p.m.CBSNo. 17 Clemson vs. No. 8 SMU8 p.m.ABC