Five keys to an Ohio State victory over Northwestern

Five keys to an Ohio State victory over Northwestern in the Big Ten Championship Game comes down to Justin Fields and more.

Ohio State is once again in the Big Ten Championship Game, and for the second time in the last 3 years, the Buckeyes take on Northwestern. With a strange 2020 season almost in the books, preparing for this game feels a little different. That does not mean Ohio State should take Northwestern lightly or without regard.

With Ohio State being huge favorites in this game, there are some keys to victory the Buckeyes should adhere to if they want to walk out victors. An extra week off probably helps Ryan Day and the staff more than it does the players, and if the Buckeyes want to continue their march toward the playoffs, they must win this game. Onward to five keys toward a Buckeyes’ victory.

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