Ohio State vs. Michigan 2020 Football Preview And Prediction

Ohio State will host Michigan this year for what we hope is the next edition of The Game. We’ve got your preview and prediction.

Ohio State game plan for victory

The Buckeyes are just two games away from making the Collge Football Playoff. Of course, the Bucks may get in with only playing six games, but the national outcry will be loud if that happens.

Ohio State is a team on the move, heading in the right direction. Even missing three starters on the offensive line, the Buckeyes looked like a well oiled offensive machine. Justin Fields was back to his Heisman caliber self. OSU may not need Fields to be at his absolute best to beat Michigan, but his best is needed to continue to impress the CFP if the Bucks want a seat at the table.

Defensively, Michigan offers no real threats. We thought Joe Milton might be that guy coming into the season, but that ship has quickly sailed. The Wolverines have moved onto Cade McNamara who showed some flashes in a triple-overtime win against Rutgers, but couldn’t seem to find his footing against winless Penn State. To be fair, Michigan had several opt-outs and injuries that have factored into their sub-par season.

 

Next … The key players for Ohio State

Two Key Players For Ohio State

Chris Olave – Wide Receiver: Chris Olave first made a name for himself in the Michigan game two years ago when the Buckeyes effectively shut down the “revenge tour”. Olave hasn’t stopped making waves since. In what is likely his last game in Ohio Stadium, Olave will look to leave a lasting impression as one of the best receivers ever to wear the Scarlet and Gray.

Jonathan Cooper – Defensive End: If Ohio State gave out senior superlatives, Jonathan Cooper would be voted “most school spirit”. Cooper loves being a Buckeye and you can see it with the passion he brings each and every Saturday. In his final contest against Michigan, Coop will bring double the energy getting after Michigan quarterback Cade McNamara.

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Next … How it’ll all go down

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