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Michigan at Ohio State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Michigan at Ohio State odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Michigan Wolverines (8-21, 3-15 Big Ten) take on the Ohio State Buckeyes (17-12, 7-11) Sunday. Tip-off from Value City Arena is set for 4 p.m. ET (CBS). Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Michigan vs. Ohio State odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and best bets.

Michigan was routed 82-52 by the Rutgers Scarlet Knights Thursday while failing to cover as an 8-point road underdog. Michigan shot only 31.6% from the field and 26.1% from 3 while losing the turnover battle 14-5. The Wolverines have lost 6 straight games, going 1-5 against the spread (ATS).

Ohio State picked up a 78-69 win over the Nebraska Cornhuskers Thursday while covering as a 3-point home favorite. The Buckeyes were led by F Jamison Battle‘s 32 points. Ohio State has won back-to-back games and 3 of its last 4.

These teams met Jan. 15 in Ann Arbor with the Wolverines winning 73-65.

– Rankings courtesy of the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll.

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Michigan at Ohio State odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 1:28 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Michigan +480 (bet $100 to win $480) | Ohio State -690 (bet $690 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Michigan +10.5 (-102) | Ohio State -10.5 (-120)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 143.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Michigan at Ohio State picks and predictions

Prediction

Ohio State 77, Michigan 65

Moneyline

PASS.

Ohio State (-690) should come away with the win, especially since I don’t see a team as bad as this Michigan squad sweeping the Buckeyes this season. Ohio State is not worth the risk of betting on as such a heavy favorite. Bet on the spread and/or total instead.

Against the spread

LEAN OHIO STATE -10.5 (-120).

Ohio State has covered the spread in back-to-back outings and is 5-1 ATS in its last 6 games. The Buckeyes have covered the spread in each of their last 4 wins vs. Michigan, so if you like them to win, you should also back them to cover ATS.

This is only a lean because the Wolverines have been good ATS in recent matchups vs. Ohio State.

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Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 143.5 (-110). 

The Under has hit in 3 of Michigan’s last 4 games overall and is 7-3 for the Wolverines in their last 10. For Ohio State, the Under is 3-2 in its last 5 games. The Under also hit in the last meeting and is 3-2 in the last 5 matchups.

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Ohio State at Wisconsin odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Ohio State at Wisconsin odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Ohio State Buckeyes (7-0, 4-0 Big Ten) and Wisconsin Badgers (5-2, 3-1) meet Saturday at Camp Randall Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (NBC). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Ohio State vs. Wisconsin odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Buckeyes picked up another marquee win last weekend, dropping Penn State from the ranks of the unbeaten with a 20-12 win in Columbus. It was Ohio State’s 3rd victory of the season against a ranked opponent, with the Buckeyes going 2-1 against the spread (ATS) in those games. As a double-digit favorite, Ohio State has cashed in 3 straight outings.

The Badgers survived 25-21 last week at Illinois, needing a miraculous comeback in the 4th quarter with a backup quarterback. QB Braedyn Locke tossed a pair of scoring strikes, while RB Braelon Allen rumbled for 145 yards and a score in the win. Starting QB Tanner Mordecai is sidelined indefinitely due to a hand injury.

For totals, the Under has hit in 4 in a row for the Buckeyes, while going 6-1 in 7 games overall. For the Badgers, the Under is 4-2 in the previous 6 outings, while hitting in 3 straight games at home.

Ohio State is No. 3 in the US LBM Coaches Poll powered by USA TODAY Sports.

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Ohio State at Wisconsin odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Ohio State -650 (bet $650 to win $100) | Wisconsin +475 (bet $100 to win $475)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Ohio State -14.5 (-110) | Wisconsin +14.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 46 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Ohio State at Wisconsin picks and predictions

Prediction

Ohio State 31, Wisconsin 12

Moneyline

Ohio State (-650) will cost 6½ times your potential return, which is just way too much risk, especially on the road against a conference foe. Wisconsin (+475) is starting a backup quarterback, so there is no point rolling the dice on the home team, either.

AVOID.

Against the spread

OHIO STATE -14.5 (-110) is a rather big number, but again, Wisconsin +14.5 (-110) is playing a backup signal-caller.

And while the Badgers have a tremendous rushing attack with 179.0 yards per game to rank 39th in the nation, the Buckeyes have clamped down on the opposition with just 100.6 rush YPG allowed, which ranks 18th in the country, according to Covers.com.

The rest of the Ohio State defense is pretty strong, too, allowing a total of 260.1 yards per game, and just 10.0 PPG, both 6th or better in the country.

Over/Under

UNDER 46 (-110) is a decent play in this Big Ten battle.

Again, Ohio State’s defense has been dominant, but Wisconsin’s D has been pretty solid, too. That’s great news for Under bettors.

The Under is 6-1 for Ohio State this season, including 3-0 in 3 road trips this season. The total has gone low for Wisconsin in 4 of the past 6 outings, while hitting in 3 straight at home.

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Penn State at Ohio State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Penn State at Ohio State odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Penn State Nittany Lions (6-0, 3-0 Big Ten) and the Ohio State Buckeyes (6-0, 3-0) meet Saturday at Ohio Stadium in Columbus. Kickoff is scheduled for noon ET (FOX). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Penn State vs. Ohio State odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Nittany Lions have not only won all 6 games to date, but Penn State has covered each outing, too. Penn State has registered 2 shutouts this season, blanking Iowa 31-0, while shutting out UMass 63-0 last Saturday.

The Penn State defense allows just 193.7 total yards per game, and 123.8 passing yards per game, each ranking No. 1 in the nation. PSU yielded just 69.8 rushing yards per game, too, while conceding just 8.0 points scored.

The Buckeyes topped Notre Dame 17-14 with a late-second touchdown on Sept. 23, while topping Maryland 37-17 at home in a battle of undefeated Big Ten teams on Oct. 7. Ohio State rolled to a 41-7 victory last Saturday over Purdue to cover a 17-point number on the road.

The Buckeyes have covered in consecutive games for the 1st time this season. Ohio State has cashed the Under in 3 in a row, and 5 of 6 games overall, while going 2-0 ATS against FBS opponents this season.

Penn State is No. 6 and Ohio State is No. 3 in the US LBM Coaches Poll powered by USA TODAY Sports.

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Penn State at Ohio State odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Penn State +155 (bet $100 to win $155) | Ohio State -190 (bet $190 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Penn State +4.5 (-110) | Ohio State -4.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 45.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Penn State at Ohio State picks and predictions

Prediction

Ohio State 26, Penn State 17

Moneyline

Ohio State (-190) will cost you nearly 2 times your potential return, and that’s just over my personal moneyline limit of -180 for a singular bet. If you were to toss this into a parlay with at least 4 or 5 teams, including the Buckeyes wouldn’t be the end of the world.

PASS.

Against the spread

OHIO STATE -4.5 (-110) is the lean in this titanic Big Ten battle.

The Buckeyes have been tested twice so far, once on the road against the Irish, and once at home against a solid Terps team.

I am not sold on the Penn State +4.5 (-110) schedule so far. Sure, it is unbeaten in the conference, but wins over Illinois, Iowa and Northwestern just isn’t terribly impressive, although the Nittany Lions easily took care of each. But Penn State’s toughest game is the opener against a marginal West Virginia team, so this game represents the biggest test.

If this were in Happy Valley, it might end differently, but Ohio State won 6 straight in the series, and it will make it 7 on Saturday.

Over/Under

UNDER 45.5 (-110) is a surprisingly high number with the defensive numbers each side has put up. It wouldn’t be surprising to see a total in the 30’s, in fact.

The good news is that the weather from Thursday and Friday will pull out, with temperatures in the mid-50’s and mostly cloudy conditions with a slight breeze. The defenses will both be red-hot, however.

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Ohio State at Purdue odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Ohio State at Purdue odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Ohio State Buckeyes (5-0, 2-0 Big Ten) and the Purdue Boilermakers (2-4, 1-2) meet Saturday at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Ind. Kickoff is scheduled for noon ET (Peacock). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Ohio State vs. Purdue odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Buckeyes racked up a 37-17 win over a previously unbeaten Maryland side last Saturday, narrowly escaping with the cover as a 17-point favorite. In fact, it took a curious, late field goal by coach Ryan Day to get Ohio State to the cover. The Under cashed for the 4th time in 5 games, including a 4-0 mark when the line is listed at 64 or fewer points.

The Boilermakers entered the season with some decent expectations, but a loss to Fresno State in the opener adjusted projections. Losses to Syracuse, Wisconsin and Iowa followed, and now this team is simply scratching to stay alive for a bowl. It has failed to cover in 4 of 6 games overall, and Purdue is just 1-3 straight up (SU) and against the spread (ATS) at home.

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Ohio State at Purdue odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Ohio State -1400 (bet $1,400 to win $100) | Purdue +800 (bet $100 to win $800)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Ohio State -19.5 (-110) | Purdue +19.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 51.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Ohio State at Purdue picks and predictions

Prediction

Ohio State 41, Purdue 17

Moneyline

Ohio State (-1400) has had a whale of a time at Ross-Ade Stadium over the years, including losses in 4 of the past 5 trips to West Lafayette, and 5 of the previous 8 trips since 2000.

Purdue (+800) has been a major thorn in the side of the Buckeyes for a long time, but this installment of Boilermakers football doesn’t seem to have the tools to make much trouble for the No. 3 team in the nation. Still, you can’t risk 14 times your potential return.

PASS.

Against the spread

OHIO STATE -19.5 (-110) seems like a rather high number given the fact Ross-Ade has been a house of horrors for the Buckeyes since the turn of the century. However, this is also a Purdue +19.5 (-110) side which was dunked on by Syracuse and Wisconsin by 15 or more points.

Bettors will not take a lot of comfort in the fact Ohio State is 0-2 ATS in the state of Indiana this season, barely beating Indiana and Notre Dame.

The Buckeyes will likely look to establish the run, as the Boilermakers have coughed up 153.8 yards per game on the ground, while allowing 28.0 PPG overall. It might start out close, and bettors and Ohio State fans will be mumbling, “here we go, again!”. However, the Buckeyes should pull away late for the comfortable cover.

Over/Under

OVER 51.5 (-110) is the play, and Ohio State should do most of the heavy lifting on its own.

After a bit of a sluggish start, the offense is starting to hit on all cylinders. Ohio State has scored 35 or more points in 3 of the past 4 games, with the lone exception the Notre Dame game in a marquee, prime-time game against a fellow top-10 team at the time. Look for Ohio State to score plenty as the game unfolds.

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Maryland at Ohio State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Maryland at Ohio State odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Maryland Terrapins (5-0, 2-0 Big Ten) and the Ohio State Buckeyes (4-0, 1-0) meet Saturday at Ohio Stadium in Columbus. Kickoff is scheduled for noon ET (FOX). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Maryland vs. Ohio State odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Terrapins hit the road looking to stay unbeaten, move to 3-0 in the conference, attain bowl eligibility, join the rankings and beat the Buckeyes for the 1st time. Ohio State leads the all-time series 8-0, winning 7 of the 8 meetings by 13 or more points, including a 43-30 victory in College Park last November.

Maryland spanked Indiana 44-17 last Saturday, covering a 14-point spread as the Over (49.5) cashed. The Terps have won both conference games by 22 or more points, while also covering both outings, and Maryland is 3-0 against the spread (ATS) in the past 3 games after opening the season 0-2 ATS.

Ohio State is coming off a bye following its 17-14 last-second victory on the road against Notre Dame. The Buckeyes failed to cover in that game, and it is 1-3 ATS in 4 games overall. The Under is also 3-1 in 4 games for Ohio State, thanks largely due to its defense. The Buckeyes have allowed just 34 total points in 4 games, or 8.5 points per game (PPG).

Star WR Marvin Harrison Jr. suffered an ankle injury in the Notre Dame victory, but apparently the bye week did his body good, as coach Ryan Day said Harrison has been a full participant in practice and is expected to play.

Ohio State is No. 3 in the US LBM Coaches Poll powered by USA TODAY Sports.

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Maryland at Ohio State odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Maryland +725 (bet $100 to win $725) | Ohio State -1200 (bet $1,200 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Maryland +19.5 (-105) | Ohio State -19.5 (-115)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 56.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Maryland at Ohio State picks and predictions

Prediction

Ohio State 34, Maryland 17

Moneyline

Ohio State (-1200) will cost you 12 times your potential return, and that’s way too much risk for not enough reward, especially in a conference battle of unbeaten teams. Even as part of a multi-team parlay, including the Buckeyes ruins the value of your potential ticket.

PASS, and look to the spread instead.

Against the spread

MARYLAND +19.5 (-105) is a strong play on the road, as QB Taulia Tagovailoa has been tremendous this season. While he’ll get a strong test from the sturdy defense of Ohio State -19.5 (-115), if anyone can bust this defense, it’s the prolific pass attack of the Terps.

The concern with backing UMD is the fact the Buckeyes have had 2 weeks off thanks to the bye, getting them 100 percent healthy. However, Ohio State is 1-3 ATS this season, and this is quite a big number. I expect the Buckeyes to come up just short of a cover.

Over/Under

UNDER 56.5 (-110) is worth playing in this Big Ten battle.

The Under has cashed in 3 of 4 games for the Buckeyes, and Ohio State has allowed 10 or fewer points in 3 of 4 games, including 3-0 against unranked opponents.

The Over has cashed in 3 of 4 games against FBS opponents for the Terrapins this season, but the Under hit in the team’s only road game, a 31-9 conference win at Michigan State on Sept. 23. Lean low.

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Ohio State at Notre Dame odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Ohio State at Notre Dame odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The No. 4 Ohio State Buckeyes (3-0) and the No. 9 Notre Dame Fighting Irish (4-0) meet Saturday night at Notre Dame Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (NBC). Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Ohio State vs. Notre Dame odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Buckeyes started off rather sluggish this season, barely getting by a subpar Indiana side 23-3 as 30-point road favorites on Sept. 2. It followed that up with a solid, yet unspectacular in a 35-7 win over Youngstown State of the FCS, failing to cover for the 2nd time in as many outings.

The public was all over a high-octane Western Kentucky offense catching 30 points from the Buckeyes at “The Shoe” last Saturday, but that’s when QB Kyle McCord and the offense came alive. Ohio State blew out WKU 63-10 as McCord threw for 318 yards and 3 TDs and RB TreVyeon Henderson rushed for a pair of scores for the 2nd straight game.

Notre Dame has enjoyed the services of new QB Sam Hartman so far. The Irish have scored 41 or more points in all 4 games to date, going 4-0 straight up (SU) and 3-1 against the spread (ATS). The Over has cashed in the past 3 outings.

Hartman has completed 71.1% of his passes for 1,061 yards, 13 TDs and 0 INT through 4 games. Ohio State’s defense has allowed just 223.7 total yards per game to rank No. 3 in the country, holding foes to just 140.3 passing yards per contest, checking in 7th overall. The big matchup to watch will be Hartman vs. the Ohio State secondary.

Ohio State is No. 4 and Notre Dame is No. 9 in the US LBM Coaches Poll powered by USA TODAY Sports.

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Ohio State at Notre Dame odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Ohio State -150 (bet $150 to win $100) | Notre Dame +125 (bet $100 to win $125)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Ohio State -3 (-108) | Notre Dame +3 (-112)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 55.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Ohio State at Notre Dame picks and predictions

Prediction

Ohio State 31, Notre Dame 28

Moneyline

Playing OHIO STATE (-150) straight up as moderate favorites is the way to go. This game is going to be super close, likely coming down to the final possession.

McCord has plenty of weapons at his disposal, including WR Marvin Harrison Jr., who figures to have a big game, and Henderson, who has busted 4 TD runs in the past 2 games.

Notre Dame not only has Hartman, but the run game is in good hands with RB Audric Estime, who has 521 yards and 5 TDs with 8.3 yards per attempt already this season, but Ohio State should still get it done in a competitive game.

Against the spread

Ohio State -3 (-108) is installed as the slight road favorite, and I believe this game comes down right on the number, barring any movement before kickoff. If this were to get to 3 and a hook, I’d gladly take the points at home with Notre Dame.

For now, AVOID, and just play the moneyline.

Over/Under

OVER 55.5 (-110) is the lean. We’re not going to have a defensive battle like we saw in Columbus last season, with the Buckeyes eking out a 21-10 win. The Irish offense is much more high-powered than a season ago, and the Buckeyes have plenty of depth and experience. This is going to be a fun game that flirts with 60 points.

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Western Kentucky at Ohio State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Western Kentucky at Ohio State odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Western Kentucky Hilltoppers (2-0) and the Ohio State Buckeyes (2-0) meet Saturday at Ohio Stadium in Columbus. Kickoff is scheduled for 4 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Western Kentucky vs. Ohio State odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Hilltoppers racked up a 41-24 victory in Bowling Green against South Florida, covering a 13-point number as the Under (71.5) cashed. WKU then took care of Houston Christian of the FCS by a 52-22 score as the Over (63.5) cashed, failing to cover as 42.5-point favorites.

The Buckeyes scraped by Indiana in the opener 23-3, but never threatened to cover the 30-point spread as the Under (59.5) cashed. Ohio State bounced Youngstown State of the FCS by a 35-7 score, again failing to cover as a 44.5-point favorite as the Under (57.5) easily connected.

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Western Kentucky at Ohio State odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Western Kentucky +1600 (bet $100 to win $1,600) | Ohio State -4500 (bet $4,500 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Western Kentucky +29.5 (-110) | Ohio State -29.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 64.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Western Kentucky at Ohio State picks and predictions

Prediction

Ohio State 41, Western Kentucky 27

Moneyline

Ohio State (-4500) is way too expensive, and it is never a good idea to bet such a heavy favorite, straight up or in a multi-team parlay.

And the way the Buckeyes have played, particularly on offense, makes Western Kentucky (+1600) look like an attractive play for a potential upset.

However, the Hilltoppers will come up short, mainly because the Ohio State defense has been suffocating, and WKU won’t have nearly the same kind of success on offense as it did against USF and HCU.

PASS.

Against the spread

WESTERN KENTUCKY +29.5 (-110) is a great play catching 4 TDs in its first visit to “The Shoe”.

The Hilltoppers are averaging 449.0 total yards per game on offense, including 327.0 passing yards per outing. The latter ranks 12th in the nation, and WKU is 14th overall with 46.5 points per game (PPG). The Hilltoppers will score points Saturday, and it will put a scare into Ohio State -29.5 (-105).

Over/Under

OVER 64.5 (-115) is a solid play in this non-conference battle.

While Ohio State has been sharp on the defensive side of the football, it hasn’t met a pass-happy team and high-octane offense like Western Kentucky. Don’t laugh. Indiana and Youngstown State aren’t exactly a murderer’s row. The defense has handled its business, and can only play the teams in front of them. But the Hilltoppers are a fast, up-tempo offense, and it will be the biggest test to date for the Buckeyes. Expect plenty of points on both sides.

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Youngstown State at Ohio State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Youngstown State at Ohio State odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Youngstown State Penguins (1-0) and the Ohio State Buckeyes (1-0) meet Saturday at Ohio Stadium in Columbus. Kickoff is scheduled for noon ET (Big Ten Network). Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Youngstown State vs. Ohio State odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Penguins roughed up Valparaiso 52-10 in their season opener at home on Aug. 31. RB Tyshon King rolled up 111 rushing yards and 2 TDs in a highlight performance.

The Buckeyes struggled in the regular season opener on the road, posting a 23-3 win at Indiana last Saturday. While the offense looked like a work in progress, Ohio State’s defense held IU to just 82 passing yards and 153 total yards. The Buckeyes were a dismal 2-for-12 in 3rd down efficiency, but Ohio State did post 22 first downs to just 8 for the Hoosiers.

Ohio State No. 4 in the USA TODAY Sports AFCA Coaches Poll.

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Youngstown State at Ohio State odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 6:50 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Off the board (OTB)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Youngstown State +41.5 (-110) | Ohio State -41.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 56.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Youngstown State at Ohio State picks and predictions

Prediction

Ohio State 48, Youngstown State 10

Moneyline

OTB.

There was no moneyline available at the time of publishing, but it wouldn’t have been worth pursuing anyway.

Against the spread

YOUNGSTOWN STATE +41.5 (-110) looked rock-solid last weekend against Valparaiso, moving the ball up and down the field. Obviously, that all stops against Ohio State at “The Shoe”, but it should be able to at least hit double digits.

The Buckeyes should find their rhythm on offense against the FCS foe after struggling to move the chains last week in a 23-3 win at Indiana. However, it is likely going to take a 50-burger for the Buckeyes to cover, and there were no signs of that last weekend.

Over/Under

OVER 56.5 (-110) is the lean, but go very, very lightly.

The Penguins were able to roll up 52 points last week, and they should be able to find the end zone at least once. Total bettors need the Buckeyes to do the heavy lifting, and they “should” be able to score plenty of points. But, Ohio State should have done it last week, too, and the Buckeyes struggled against a subpar Indiana side. Be cautious.

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Ohio State at Indiana odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Ohio State at Indiana odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Ohio State Buckeyes and the Indiana Hoosiers open the regular season at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington on Saturday. Kickoff is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. ET (CBS). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Ohio State at Indiana odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Buckeyes head west on Interstate 70 to The Rock to open their season, and QB Kyle McCord has won the starting job for coach Ryan Day. However, expect to see QB Devin Brown also factor in at some point.

These teams faced each other in the 2017 season opener on a Thursday night, with the Buckeyes coming away with a 49-21 victory. In fact, Ohio State has won 27 straight meetings in this series dating back to 1991, with just 1 of the previous 7 meetings decided by less than 21 points.

The Hoosiers had a solid run in 2020, the only time Indiana kept it within 7 points against Ohio State. However, coach Tom Allen has struggled in the past 2 years to maintain consistency. He turns to Tennessee transfer QB Tayven Jackson to run the offense, but there will likely be a lot of growing pains along the way.

Ohio State is No. 4 in the USA TODAY Sports AFCA Coaches Poll.

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Ohio State at Indiana odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 12:42 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Ohio State -10000 (bet $10,000 to win $100) | Indiana +2000 (bet $100 to win $2,000)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Ohio State -30.5 (-110) | Indiana +30.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 59.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Ohio State at Indiana picks and predictions

Prediction

Ohio State 45, Indiana 13

Moneyline

Ohio State (-10000) will cost you $100 for every $1 won, when it picks up the road victory. There is never a reason to risk anywhere close to that kind of money, especially for such a minuscule return. It shouldn’t have to be said, but PASS.

Against the spread

OHIO STATE -30.5 (-110) will drive you nuts at first. The Buckeyes will be breaking in a new QB in McCord, and there could be some bumps along the way as he gets his feet wet. However, the Buckeyes still have a very good run game, and WR Marvin Harrison Jr. is one of the best in the nation. This offense will hit its stride and start to pull away by the 3rd quarter, so be patient.

Over/Under

UNDER 59.5 (-115) is the lean, but play a half-unit at best.

I like the Buckeyes to get on the board early and often in the 1st half. Ohio State should have a rather sizable lead into the 2nd half before calling off the dogs. Will the Hoosiers be able to contribute anything to the total? I don’t think Indiana will be able to cobble together a lot of offense, and that’s why the lean is to go low.

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Big Ten Tournament: Ohio State vs. Purdue odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Ohio State vs. Purdue odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Ohio State Buckeyes (16-18) battle the No. 3 Purdue Boilermakers (27-5) Saturday in the semifinal round of the Big Ten Tournament. Tip from United Center is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET (CBS). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Ohio State vs. Purdue odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Ohio State took down Michigan State 68-58 Friday in the quarterfinal round of the tournament to cover as 6-point underdogs. It has now won 5 of its last 6 games and is 6-0 against the spread (ATS) in that span. The Buckeyes are 14-20 ATS this season.

Purdue beat Rutgers 70-65 while failing to cover as 6.5-point favorites on Friday in the quarterfinal. It has now won 3 games in a row and is 6-4 in its last 10. In that span, the Boilermakers are 3-7 ATS to fall to 12-18-2 ATS on the season.

Purdue swept the season series beating Ohio State 71-69 to cover as 2-point road underdogs in early January and winning 82-55 and covering as 12.5-point home favorites in late February.

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Ohio State vs. Purdue odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:30 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Ohio State +280 (bet $100 to win $280) | Purdue -360 (bet $360 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Ohio State +7.5 (-105) | Purdue -7.5 (-115)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 134.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Ohio State vs. Purdue picks and predictions

Prediction

Purdue 71, Ohio State 67

Moneyline

PASS.

The moneyline odds do not present any value on Purdue in this matchup.

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Against the spread

LEAN OHIO STATE +7.5 (-105).

Ohio State has hit a hot streak at the best time of the season and has become somewhat of the conference version of a Cinderella team. It is 6-0 ATS in its last 6 games, including 5-0 in its last 5 games following a ATS win and 4-0 ATS in its last 4 games following an outright win.

Purdue has struggled against the spread recently. It is 0-4 ATS in its last 4 games, 0-5 ATS in its last 5 games following an outright win, 0-9 ATS in its last 9 Saturday games and 1-4 ATS in its last 5 games following a ATS loss.

Over/Under

BET OVER 134.5 (-110).

The Over is 5-0 in the Buckeyes’ last 5 Saturday games, 3-0-1 in their last 4 games against a team with a winning outright record and 9-7 this season in 16 day games.

For Purdue, the Over is 7-1 in its last 8 games following an outright win and 3-0-1 in its last 4 games.

The Over is also 3-0-1 in the last 4 meetings between these programs.

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