No. 3 Ohio State hosts Wisconsin in a crucial Big Ten opener this Saturday, with the Buckeyes favored by 18.5 points. Here's what you need to know:

Ohio State's Dominant Offense

• QB C.J. Stroud: 941 yards, 11 TDs, 73% completion rate
• Leading rushers: Miyan Williams (207 yards) and TreVeyon Henderson (197 yards)
• #1 in total offense: 565.3 yards per game
• Scoring 47.7 points per game

Wisconsin's Season So Far

• 2-1 record (loss to Washington State)
• RB Braelon Allen: 332 rushing yards, 5 TDs, 6.6 yards per carry
• QB Graham Mertz: 697 yards, 6 TDs, 71% completion rate
• Strong defense allowing only 8 points per game (8th nationally)
• 7 takeaways (5th in country)

Historical Matchup

• Ohio State leads series 61-18-5
• Buckeyes have won 8 straight meetings
• Last matchup: 2019 Big Ten Championship
• Three of last eight wins by double digits

Betting Analysis Ohio State should have advantages across the board and looks poised to make a statement in their conference opener. Given Wisconsin's untested status and Ohio State's offensive firepower, the Buckeyes are likely to cover the 18.5-point spread.

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