Ohio St. Buckeyes vs
Michigan St. SpartansPredictions & Preview

Ohio State Buckeyes Prepare to Take on Michigan State in BIG10 Conference Opener

The #3 Ohio State Buckeyes will face off against Michigan State this Saturday in their BIG10 conference opener. The Spartans are currently 3-1, with a 1-0 conference record. This will be the 14th consecutive season these teams have played each other, with the Spartans last winning in 2015. Last year, Ohio State dominated with a 38-3 victory but failed to cover the spread. Kickoff is set for 7:30 PM EST at Spartan Stadium. Ohio State is currently favored by 24 points.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Buckeyes -3000 | Spartans +1250
• Spread: Buckeyes -24 (-110) | Spartans +24 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 48 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Ohio St. will win straight-up is 97%.

Ohio St. vs Michigan St. Stats

Ohio St. Buckeyes

The Ohio State Buckeyes are off to a strong start this season with a 3-0 record under Head Coach Ryan Day. Despite facing lesser competition in their first few games, the Buckeyes have dominated on both offense and defense, scoring an average of 53 points per game while allowing less than 7 points per game. Quarterback Will Howard, a transfer from Kansas State, has been impressive with a 69% completion rate and 6 touchdowns to just 1 interception. The running back unit, led by Quinshon Judkins, has also been productive, scoring 13 of the team's 20 touchdowns. The defense has been equally impressive, ranking #2 in total yards allowed and #4 in points per game. Despite the tougher competition ahead, the Buckeyes are proving themselves as one of the elite teams in the nation. Their power ranking is 5, with a #4 ranking in offense and a #2 ranking in defense. Ohio State is currently 3-0 for the season.

Michigan St. Spartans Analysis

Jonathan Smith is in his first year as head coach of the Michigan State Spartans, leading them to a surprising 3-1 start after a disappointing 4-8 season last year. The Spartans recently suffered their first defeat to Boston College but still have a 2-2 ATS record. Quarterback Aidan Chiles, a transfer from Oregon State, is adjusting to his new team and has shown potential both passing and running. The Spartans have a solid defense, allowing just 14.2 points per game and ranking 14th in the nation for total yards allowed. They are currently ranked 81st for offense and have a power ranking of 119. Their upcoming matchup against Ohio State, who has struggled in recent matchups against Michigan State, will be an important test for the team.

Michigan State Faces Tough Test Against Dominant Ohio State Offense

The Michigan State team has demonstrated resilience throughout the season, however, the Ohio State team presents a formidable challenge in the upcoming game. Quarterback Aiden Chiles is still adjusting and may face difficulties against OSU's aggressive defense. Meanwhile, Ohio State showcases a strong offense, with quarterback Will Howard connecting with a talented group of receivers, including Jeremiah Smith, Carnell Tate, and tight end Bennett Christian. Ohio State has consistently covered the spread in their previous matchups with Michigan State, highlighting their dominance. Based on these factors, it is advisable to place a wager on Ohio State to cover the 23-point spread.

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