The anticipated reunion of Ryan Day and Chip Kelly at Ohio State is proving to be a success. Day persuaded his former college coach, Kelly, to leave his role at UCLA and join the Buckeyes as their offensive coordinator. The result has been impressive, with Ohio State scoring a total of 108 points in their first two games while the defense has only allowed six points.
This upcoming week, the Buckeyes will face Marshall, who comes into the matchup with a record of 1-1. Marshall started the season strong with a dominant 45-3 victory over Stony Brook, but they faced difficulties in a 31-14 defeat against Virginia Tech.
This game marks the third encounter between the two teams, with Ohio State winning the previous game 45-7 in 2010. Their earlier meeting in 2004 was much tighter, with the Buckeyes edging out a 27-24 victory.
Fans can watch Ohio State take on Marshall on Saturday, September 21 at 12 p.m. ET at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, Ohio. The game will be broadcasted on Fox and available for live streaming on fubo.
Here are some key insights about the matchup:
– Ohio State has a remarkable streak of 41 consecutive wins against unranked opponents. Despite facing teams ranked lower in the polls, the Buckeyes continue to perform strongly, their last loss to an unranked team occurring in 2018 against Purdue.
– Freshman wide receiver Jeremiah Smith has made a significant impact, catching 11 passes for 211 yards and three touchdowns in his first two games. His performance has placed him among the top freshmen receivers in Ohio State’s history.
– Marshall’s last encounter with a ranked opponent did yield a surprising result when they defeated No. 8 Notre Dame 26-21 in 2022. This history suggests that the Thundering Herd should not be underestimated.
Despite the potential for an upset, experts predict that Ohio State is likely to dominate this matchup. The Buckeyes have yet to concede a touchdown this season, and even if their starters play fewer minutes, their offense has remained productive. Analysts anticipate another significant victory for Ohio State, with a predicted point spread of -40.5 in their favor.