Betting Preview: Undefeated No. 2 Ohio State Hosts Indiana in Big Ten Clash
The No. 2 Ohio State Buckeyes (9-0, 6-0) will host the Indiana Hoosiers (3-6, 1-5) in a Big Ten matchup. Here's what you need to know:
Ohio State Buckeyes Overview:
- QB CJ Stroud: 2,453 passing yards, 29 TDs, 4 INTs, 68% completion rate
- WR Marvin Harrison Jr: 53 receptions, 834 yards, 10 TDs
- WR Emeka Egbuka: 49 receptions, 794 yards, 7 TDs
- RB Miyan Williams: 636 rushing yards, 12 TDs
The Buckeyes boast one of college football's most explosive offenses, with Heisman candidate CJ Stroud leading a multi-dimensional attack featuring elite receivers and a strong ground game.
Indiana Hoosiers Overview:
- QB Connor Bazelak: 2,099 yards, 12 TDs, 55% completion rate (returning from injury)
- RB Shaun Shivers: 339 rushing yards, 4 TDs
- Key Loss: WR Cam Camper (569 yards, 2 TDs) out for season with torn ACL
- Replacements: Emery Simmons and D.J. Matthews will fill receiver void
While Indiana has historically played Ohio State tough, with three one-score games in the past decade, the talent gap between these teams is significant.
Betting Line: Ohio State is favored by 41 points. Despite the large spread, the Buckeyes' high-powered offense and national championship aspirations make them likely to cover against an overmatched Indiana team.
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