One of the season’s most eagerly awaited matchups will occur on Saturday when No. 2 Ohio State faces off against No. 3 Oregon. The Buckeyes are recognized as one of the most well-rounded squads in college football, while the Ducks boast an experienced team capable of competing against any opponent. Ohio State has a strong record of 10-1 in their last 11 contests against Big Ten teams, whereas Oregon remains undefeated at home with an 11-0 record in their last 11 games. Both teams enter the matchup with undefeated records, making the winner a strong contender for the College Football Playoff. This season, Ohio State is 3-2 against the spread, while Oregon stands at 1-4 ATS.
Kickoff at Autzen Stadium is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET. Initially opening with Ohio State favored by 1.5 points, the line has shifted to a 3.5 point advantage for the Buckeyes in the latest odds, with an over/under set at 54 points, a drop of 2.5 points from the opening. Before placing any bets on this game, bettors should consider the predictions from an advanced computer model that simulates every FBS college football game 10,000 times.
The model has been successful in predicting outcomes, generating a profit exceeding $2,000 for those betting $100 on its top-rated picks against the spread, standing at 8-4 on these picks over the last two weeks of the season. The model has specifically analyzed the Ohio State vs. Oregon matchup.
Here are the current betting lines for the game:
– Ohio State vs. Oregon spread: Ohio State -3.5
– Ohio State vs. Oregon over/under: 54 points
– Ohio State vs. Oregon money line: Ohio State -161, Oregon +134
For those interested in streaming the game, it will be available on FuboTV.
Reasons to support Ohio State:
The Buckeyes’ defense is currently allowing only 6.8 points per game, the lowest in college football. They have held opponents to seven points or less in four of their first five outings, including a 35-7 victory over Iowa last week, where they limited the Hawkeyes to just 110 passing yards.
On offense, Ohio State is averaging 46.0 points per game, ranking fourth in the nation. They excel in rushing, averaging 222.2 yards per game. Quarterback Will Howard has been performing exceptionally well in his debut season in the Big Ten, completing 21 of 25 passes for 209 yards and four touchdowns against Iowa. For the season, he holds a completion rate of 71.5% with 1,248 yards, 12 touchdowns, and three interceptions.
Reasons to support Oregon:
Quarterback Dillon Gabriel has made a significant impact in his first season with the Ducks. He has thrown for 1,449 yards, 11 touchdowns, and three interceptions, with two or more touchdown passes in every game this season, and he has rushed for a touchdown in three of his last four games.
Oregon also offers a strong group of offensive players, including wide receiver Tez Johnson, who has made 43 receptions for 395 yards and five touchdowns. In his last three games, he has accumulated 18 catches for 315 yards and three touchdowns. Additionally, running back Jordan James has rushed for 552 yards and five touchdowns on 88 carries, contributing to Oregon’s offensive strengths.
For those considering their picks for the Ohio State vs. Oregon game, the model predicts a total of 58 combined points, leaning toward the Over, and highlights which side of the spread presents better value. More detailed insights and picks can be found on the SportsLine platform.
As the showdown approaches, the anticipation grows regarding who will come out on top in this critical matchup.