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Ohio State 42, Indiana 27

I don’t believe this one will be a runaway win like the betting lines and other media members are calling for. Indiana has a dynamic playmaker at quarterback and the Buckeyes have shown some warts on the back-end of the defense.

Indiana will hang around, but as the game progresses, the depth of Ohio State will wear down a Hoosier team that doesn’t have enough talent deep into the roster to not tire out and sputter a bit in the second half. I’m calling for a fourth-quarter game before the Buckeyes make it look like an easy win.

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Ohio State 52, Rutgers 34

In late September, Michael Penix Jr. spoke to media and claimed Indiana could shock the world when playing Penn State, Michigan and Ohio State. So far, he and the Hoosiers are two for two. Can Penix Jr. complete the trifecta?

I don’t believe they will. Ohio State is too strong on the offensive side of the ball and Indiana will not be able to keep pace. However, Indiana will put up points, and don’t be shocked if the Hoosiers are within striking distance midway through the third quarter.

Ultimately, Ohio State overpowers the upstart Hoosiers and their time in the top ten is short-lived.

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Ohio State 51, Rutgers 27

Watching the Hoosiers this week has led me to believe two things about the Hoosiers. Michael Penix Jr. is their best player, and the defense has keyed all four of their wins so far. As long as Justin Fields can remain efficient and the offensive line can protect him, I don’t think the Hoosier offense can keep up with the Buckeyes. Penix will make mistakes, and as long as Ohio State capitalizes on them this game could get out of hand quickly.

Indiana will try to keep Fields and crew off the field, but Ohio State is better than anyone IU has faced thus far. Fields lights up the zone defense of Indiana and will take what is given. He will set up some shots downfield to pull away for an OSU victory. The defense should provide some short fields for the offense to help set up a Buckeye victory.

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