ESPN to Air Missouri-Oklahoma In 4K This Saturday; Latest Odds, TV Providers

By Phillip Swann
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TV Answer Man, any news on this week’s ESPN 4K game of the week – Gene, Pittsburgh.

Gene, ESPN’s 4K college football game of the week will be Saturday (November 22, 2025) at noon ET between 11th ranked Oklahoma (8-2) and unranked Missouri (7-3) from the Memorial Stadium in Norman, Oklahoma, the home of the Sooners.

While ESPN is producing the event, it will actually air on ABC, which will simulcast the game in HD on ABC network affiliates. The game will be available in upscaled 4K on select TV providers.

Which TV Providers Will Offer the Game In 4K?
YouTube TV, Dish, Sling TV, DIRECTV, Comcast, Optimum, Charter’s Spectrum TV (on Xumo boxes only) and Verizon are expected to offer the game on their ESPN 4K channels. ESPN does not offer 4K programming on its new Unlimited app.

What Is Upscaled 4K?
The ESPN 4K broadcast will be ‘upscaled’ from 1080p HD.  The upscaled 4K means that the game will be produced in 1080p HD on site and upgraded to 4K for the home transmission. ESPN switched to upscaled 4K a few years ago after previously doing some games in native 4K, which is a 4K production on site transmitted to the home in 4K as well.

Will ESPN Ever Do Native 4K Again?
It’s unlikely that ESPN will revert back to native 4K in the foreseeable future; the industry trend now is upscaling 4K because it saves money.

Who’s Expected to Win the Missouri-Oklahoma Game?
Oklahoma is a 7.5-point favorite to defeat Missouri. ESPN’s Matchup Predictor gives the Sooners a 64.4 percent chance to beat the Tigers of Missouri.

Gene, I hope that answers your question. Happy viewing and stay safe!

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