Ohio State vs. Oregon Prediction, Betting Pick, Latest Odds
The Oregon Ducks will host the Ohio State Buckeyes for their first true Big Ten showdown since joining the conference. Can Dillon Gabriel and the Ducks keep up on the scoreboard against the second-ranked Buckeyes? Matt McCuen provides his betting pick and prediction for Ohio State vs. Oregon.
Matt McCuen - October 12, 2024, 11:30 AM EDT
5 minOhio State vs. Oregon Prediction, Betting Pick, Latest Odds
The Oregon Ducks and the Ohio State Buckeyes will meet for the potential game of the year on Saturday night.
Oregon pulls into this contest with a record of 5-0. That undefeated record has earned them a ranking of 3rd in the nation. The winner of this contest will drastically improve their odds of making the College Football Playoffs and winning the Big Ten.
Dan Lanning's squad is looking to make noise in its first year in the Big Ten. Entering the season, many questioned if the Ducks' style of play would fit in well with the Big Ten.
So far, so good for Oregon, who is 2-0 in conference play. The Ducks are coming off a blowout 31-10 home win against Michigan State last Friday.
Ohio State vs. Oregon Date, Time and Where to Watch
- Date: October 12, 2024
- Time: 7:30 pm ET
- Where to Watch: ABC
Ohio State vs. Oregon Odds
- Spread: Ohio State -3 (-115), Oregon +3 (-105)
- Total Odds: O 53.5 (-110), U 53.5 (-110)
- Moneyline Odds: Ohio State (-160), Oregon (+140)
Ohio State vs. Oregon Prediction
Veteran signal caller Dillon Gabriel commands the Oregon offense. Gabriel has thrown for 1,449 yards, eleven touchdowns, and three interceptions.
Nashville native Jordan James has scampered for a team-high 552 yards and five touchdowns.
Senior Tez Johnson has collected a team-high 395 yards and five touchdowns.
Oregon ranks 16th in points allowed per game (17.8).
Ohio State begins this matchup with a perfect 5-0 record. On paper, no team is better in college football than the Buckeyes.
Tonight will be the first real test of the Ohio State season. A win tonight would be a statement for the Buckeyes. Ohio State blew out Iowa 35-7 in their last game, and the Buckeyes have outscored their opponents 230-34 this season.
Will Howard leads the Buckeye offense, throwing for 1,248 yards, 12 touchdowns, and three interceptions.
Quinshon Judkins has rushed for a team-high 468 yards and five touchdowns.
Freshman Jeremiah Smith has been the top target in the passing game, racking up 453 yards and six touchdowns.
Ohio State ranks first in points allowed per game (6.8).
Ohio State vs. Oregon Pick
We should see a fun, high-scoring contest tonight.
These are two of the best offenses in college football.
Oregon will play this game with tempo, forcing Ohio State to match.
While Ohio State has the best defense statistically, it has yet to face an elite offense.
The pace of this contest will favor the over tonight.
Pick: Ohio State/Oregon Over 53.5 -120 Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds
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