Ohio State vs. Penn State Prediction, Betting Picks, Latest Odds
The Ohio State Buckeyes are looking to avoid a second loss when they head on the road to take on the No. 3 Penn State Nittany Lions. Can Will Howard and the Buckeyes excel in Happy Valley and emerge unscathed? Matt McCuen is targeting the Buckeyes in his Ohio State vs. Penn State prediction and betting picks.
Matt McCuen - November 2, 2024, 9:00 AM EDT
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The Penn State Nittany Lions will host the Ohio State Buckeyes for a highly anticipated matchup Saturday afternoon. Happy Valley will be the site for one of the season's biggest games.
Ohio State begins this contest with a record of 6-1. That record has the Buckeyes ranked 4th in the nation. Ryan Day's team only has one loss on the season, and it came against the top-ranked Oregon Ducks.
Ohio State was the betting favorite to win the National Championship entering the season. A win today would be crucial for the Buckeyes and would essentially secure them a playoff berth. However, a loss could put Ohio State in danger of missing the postseason. Ohio State is coming off a hard-fought 21-17 win over Nebraska last weekend.
Ohio State vs. Penn State Odds
Ohio State vs. Penn State Date, Time and Where To Watch
- Date: November 2, 2024
- Time: 12:00 pm ET
- Where To Watch: FOX
Ohio State vs. Penn State Prediction
West Chester, Pennsylvania native Will Howard leads the Buckeyes' offense. Howard has thrown for 1,795 yards, 17 touchdowns, and four interceptions. Howard grew up a Penn State fan and was not offered a scholarship by the Nittany Lions out of high school.
Ole Miss transfer Quinshon Judkins leads the ground game with 520 yards and six touchdowns.
Freshman standout Jeremiah Smith leads the squad with 623 receiving yards and eight touchdowns.
Ohio State ranks second in the nation in points allowed per game (11.9).
Penn State rolls into play with a perfect 7-0 record, ranked third in the nation. The third overall ranking is the highest ranking for Penn State in the James Franklin era. A win today would be program changing for Penn State and lock them up a playoff spot. Penn State has struggled against the Buckeyes lately.
Ohio State has defeated Penn State in seven consecutive seasons. James Franklin is 1-9 in his career against Ohio State. Penn State is coming off a 28-13 road win in Madison over the Badgers last weekend.
Signal caller Drew Allar is expected to start today. Allar leads the offensive unit with 1,640 yards, twelve touchdowns, and four interceptions.
Junior Kaytron Allen has dashed for a team-best 509 yards and four touchdowns.
Tight end Tyler Warren has enjoyed an outstanding season with 559 receiving yards and four touchdowns.
The Nittany Lion's defense has allowed 14.3 points per game, ranking 7th in college football.
Ohio State vs. Penn State Betting Picks
- Pick: Ohio State ML -155 Click here to see the latest Ohio State vs. Penn State odds
- Pick: Ohio State -3 -115 Click here to see the latest Ohio State vs. Penn State odds
We will ride with the road team today.
After losing on the road against Oregon, the Buckeye's margin for error is slim to none.
Ohio State has dominated this Penn State team over the years and will flex its muscles on them once again today.
The Buckeyes have the best defense in college football, which will limit the Nittany Lions' offense and be the difference in the game.
Let's stay the day with a winner!
