Ohio St. Buckeyes vs
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Ohio State Poised to Extend Dominance Over Northwestern in Big Ten Showdown

On Saturday, Nov. 15, Ohio State will travel to Northwestern for a Big Ten Conference matchup. The No. 2 Buckeyes, with an 8-1 overall record and 5-1 conference record, are behind undefeated Oregon and Indiana in the standings. Northwestern, with a 4-5 overall record and 2-4 conference record, is coming off of a bye week after defeating Purdue. Kick-off is set for Noon EST, with Ohio State favored to win by 28.5 points.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Buckeyes -9500 | Wildcats +2100
• Spread: Buckeyes -28.5 (-110) | Wildcats +28.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 44 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Ohio St. will win straight-up is 99%.

Ohio St. vs Northwestern Stats

Ohio St. Buckeyes

Ohio State is currently 8-1 overall and holds a 5-1 record in the Big Ten. As the No. 2 ranked team in the nation, they have won three consecutive games since their lone loss to Oregon. Highlighting their season so far was a seven-point victory over No. 3 Penn State on the road. In their recent game against Purdue, Ohio State secured an easy 45-0 win, amassing 433 total yards of offense while holding Purdue to just 108 passing yards. Starting quarterback Will Howard threw for 260 yards and three touchdowns in the victory. Additionally, the team's rushing attack has been successful, with Quinshon Judkins and TreyVeyon Henderson combining for over 1,100 yards and 11 touchdowns on the ground. Defensively, the Buckeyes have been led by Sonny Styles and JT Tuimoloau, who have contributed to forcing 13 turnovers this season. Ohio State is averaging 38.6 points per game on offense, ranking 11th in the nation. Their defense has allowed just 10.7 points per game, with the passing defense ranking fourth best in the nation. The team is 5-4 against the spread this season and has been favored in every game. They have a 4-3 record against the spread as double-digit favorites. The under has hit in 5 out of 9 games this season, including 4 out of 4 when the total has been set at 49 points or less. Ohio State holds a power ranking of 2 and is ranked 10th in offense, scoring an average of 40.29 points per game, while also ranking fourth in defense, allowing an average of 11.86 points per game. The team currently sits at a 7-1 record for the season, going 4-4 against the spread.

Northwestern Wildcats Analysis

Northwestern is currently 4-5 overall and 2-4 in the Big Ten, with wins over Maryland and Purdue. They recently defeated Purdue in overtime, with quarterback Jack Lausch throwing for 250 yards and running back Joseph Himon II rushing for 78 yards and a touchdown. Lausch has thrown for 1,120 yards this season, while Cam Porter leads the running backs with 387 rushing yards. On defense, Mac Uihlein leads in tackles and Aidan Hubbard in sacks, with 13 turnovers forced overall. Northwestern's offense averages 19.2 points per game, ranking 120th, while their defense allows 21.9 points per game, ranking 40th. They have struggled against the pass, allowing 241 yards per game, ranking 100th. The Wildcats are 3-6 against the spread this season, with a power ranking of 92. They are ranked #123 for offense and #53 for defense. Ohio State has gone 0-3 in their last three matchups against Northwestern.

Ohio State's Dominance Over Northwestern Expected to Continue in Anticipated Matchup

Ohio State's reputation as one of the nation's top teams is well-deserved, boasting a strong offense and an impressive defense. While Northwestern's defense has proven formidable, particularly in rush defense, their offensive capabilities may struggle to keep pace. Ranked poorly in both pass and rush offense, Northwestern is at a disadvantage against Ohio State. Once the Buckeyes establish their foothold on the scoreboard, it is unlikely that Northwestern will be able to close the gap. Ohio State's ability to quickly accumulate points and capitalize on momentum further solidifies their advantage in this matchup. Ultimately, it appears that Northwestern will face significant challenges in competing with Ohio State in what is anticipated to be a demanding game. Anticipate Ohio State to cover as the likely outcome.

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